Module Code - Title:
EN6141
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PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE IN GUIDANCE COUNSELLING
Year Last Offered:
2025/6
Hours Per Week:
Grading Type:
N
Prerequisite Modules:
Rationale and Purpose of the Module:
To introduce students to the key areas of professional practice in guidance counselling within a lifelong guidance counselling context.
Syllabus:
An overview of philosophical, theoretical and political debates and practice based models in lifelong guidance is provided. The integrated model of guidance counselling (personal, educational and career) in post-primary, FET and higher education are addressed. A range of professional issues pertinent to the role of the guidance counsellor, such as ethics, social justice, multiculturalism and use of ICT are addressed. Also includes methodologies related to service planning and quality assurance in the delivery of a contemporary guidance service.
Learning Outcomes
Learning Outcomes:
Cognitive (Knowledge, Understanding, Application, Analysis, Evaluation, Synthesis)
Critically examine theoretical and political perspectives informing contemporary guidance counselling in post-primary, further education and higher education.
Evaluate current guidance practice in the context of educational curricula and the role of legislative measures in relation to such issues such as learning and development, diversity and wellbeing.
Demonstrate ability to inform clients of relevant education and careers information related to their individual needs, decision-making and future progression options.
Exhibit an understanding of the processes involved in the delivery of a professional guidance service which is underpinned by professional and ethical practice.
Demonstrate the application of ICT and web-based guidance tools as part of a blended delivery of guidance to clients.
Demonstrate knowledge of guidance service planning, evaluation and quality assurance methods.
Affective (Attitudes and Values)
Display effective networking, teamwork, leadership and communication skills that encourage a creative and innovative approach to the delivery of a guidance service in different sectors.
Psychomotor (Physical Skills)
N/A
How the Module will be Taught and what will be the Learning Experiences of the Students:
Lectures, small group teaching, case study, role play, and ICT programmes. Critical pedagogical techniques used to develop reflective skills and attributes
Research Findings Incorporated in to the Syllabus (If Relevant):
Prime Texts:
Barnes, A., Bassot, B., & Chant, A., (2010)
An Introduction to Career Learning and
Development 11-19.
, London: Routledge
Herr, E. L., Cramer, S.H., & Niles, S.G. (2004)
Career Guidance and Counseling Through the
Lifespan; Systematic Approaches, 6th edn
, Boston: Pearson Education
Kidd, J.M. (2006)
Understanding Career Counselling, Theory, Research and Practice
, London:
Sage
Smyth, E., Darmody, M., & Dunne, A. (2006)
Guidance for All? Guidance Provision in Second-
Level Schools
, Dublin: Liffey Press in association with the ESRI
Watts, A.G., Law, L., Killeen, J., Kidd, J.M., & Hawthorn, R. (1996)
Rethinking Careers
Education and Guidance; Theory, Policy and Practice
, London: Routledge
Bassot, B., Barnes, A. & Chant, A. (2014)
A Practical Guide to Career Learning and Development; Innovation in Careers Education 11-19
, London: Routledge.
Foxx, S. P., Baker, S. B. & Gerler Jr., E. R. (2017)
School Counseling in the 21st Century, 6th ed.
, New York: Routledge.
Gysbers, N. & Henderson, P. (2012)
Developing and Managing Your School Guidance and Counseling Program, 5th ed.
, Alexandria, VA: American Counseling Association.
Other Relevant Texts:
Bond, T. (2000)
Standards and Ethics for Counselling in Action, 2nd ed.
, London: Sage.
Programme(s) in which this Module is Offered:
Semester(s) Module is Offered:
Autumn
Module Leader:
petra.elftorp@ul.ie