Counselling Papers - Year 1

Year One papers are identical for these qualifications:

• Certificate in Interpersonal Skills (Level 5)
• Diploma of Counselling (Level 6)
• Bachelor of Counselling (Level 7)

Year One Overview

The first year of the degree helps students develop a strong understanding of theory, including counselling process, self-awareness, human development, boundaries and principles of psychology. Person-Centred counselling skills are
developed within the class environment, in preparation for agency placement in Years 2 and 3. Students attend regular classes on campus.

Core Papers

• Person-Centred Counselling 1
• Counselling Approaches 1
• Introduction to Psychology & Assessment
• Introduction to Theology
• Personal and Professional Formation
• Aotearoa New Zealand Society
• Lifespan Human Development

Qualification:

Students who finish after Year 1 can achieve the Certificate in Interpersonal Skills (Level 5). A maximum of 2 years can be taken to achieve this year of study.