This course is geared towards those interested in the field of counselling. Students are introduced to the foundational skills required for effective counselling and interviewing. Topics include counselling as a developmental process; the importance of self awareness; the role of the counselling relationship in effecting change; facilitation of client self exploration; the importance of counsellor empathy; appreciation of ethics, diversity and personal and professional development. An important focus of this course is to provide participants with experiential learning regarding the client-counsellor relationship. The course examines the nature and process of client-centred counselling; teaches skills foundational to most models of counselling and practice in a supervised setting.
A Criminal Record Check from the Ministry of Justice is required for CNSK 1401 Basic Counselling Skills. This must be completed at the Continuing Studies registration desk and be returned directly to VCC. No other CRC is accepted. |
These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
As Vancouver Community College is a post-secondary institution committed to educating adult learners, applicants should be 18 years of age or older or a graduate of a secondary school.
Please see www.vcc.ca for program entrance requirements |
* We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.