SFU-020 - Module 2 (Learning Objectives)

Learning Objectives

During this module we'll outline the key concepts you need to understand before starting the simulation. We'll also cover the goals you should aim to achieve, ensuring you're well-prepared for the tasks ahead.

Remembering

Understanding

Applying

Analysing

Evaluating

Creating

Detailed breakdown

Here's a breakdown of what's to come in the course.

Learning objectives

Remembering: Identify the key principles and tools of Positive Psychology relevant to counselling.Understanding: Explain why these principles and tools are essential for enhancing client well-being and resilience.

Preparation Task

(10 minutes)

Applying: Research different Positive Psychology interventions and note down their principles, benefits, and practical applications.Analysing: Describe how each intervention can be tailored to address specific client issues.

Research Task

(20 minutes)

Applying: Given a fictional client profile, determine the most suitable positive psychology techniques.Analysing: Evaluate the client's background and goals to analyse the potential effectiveness of selected interventions.

Analysis Task

(20 minutes)

Detailed breakdown

Here's a breakdown of what's to come in the course.

Learning objectives

Applying: Develop a structured plan for a counselling session incorporating the chosen Positive Psychology techniques.Creating: Structure the session plan to include an introduction, main activities, and a conclusion, detailing how each technique will be applied.

Create Task

(30 minutes)

Creating: Compile your session plan into a visually appealing presentation or document.Evaluating: Present the plan to a peer or mentor for feedback, refining it based on the received inputs.

Document and Present Task

(20 minutes)

Evaluating: Reflect on the entire process, identifying what went well and areas for improvement.Understanding: Think about how you can apply the learned Positive Psychology techniques in future counselling sessions to enhance client outcomes.

Reflection Task

(10 minutes)

Conclusion

By the end of this activity, you will have developed a structured counselling session plan that incorporates Positive Psychology techniques. This hands-on experience will allow you to understand the practical applications of Positive Psychology in improving client well-being and resilience, thus enhancing your skills within the counselling profession.Now that you're all prepped, mark this section as complete and let's make a start on the simulation module!

Learning objectives

• Identify key resources and tools critical to positive psychology, such as VIA Character Strengths Survey, Gratitude Journal Templates, and online courses or articles on positive psychology.
• List the fundamental principles and techniques of positive psychology like Gratitude Journaling, Strengths Identification, and Positive Affirmations.

• Explain the importance of integrating Positive Psychology into counselling practices to enhance client well-being and resilience.
• Describe how various Positive Psychology techniques can benefit clients with different backgrounds and issues, such as managing anxiety, boosting motivation, and improving overall happiness.

• Choose a specific fictional client profile with outlined issues (e.g., a university student struggling with anxiety and lack of motivation).
• Develop a session plan incorporating Positive Psychology techniques tailored to the client's needs, including specific activities and discussion points.

• Evaluate the fictional client's background, current mental state, and goals to determine which Positive Psychology interventions would be most applicable.
• Use critical thinking to analyse the potential effectiveness of selected techniques within the context of the client's profile.

• Assess the suitability and potential impact of the selected Positive Psychology interventions on the fictional client's well-being and mental health improvement.
• Evaluate the structure and content of the developed session plan, ensuring it aligns with the goals for client improvement.

• Develop a detailed counselling session plan incorporating selected Positive Psychology techniques.
• Create a comprehensive presentation or document summarising the client profile, chosen interventions, and session plan.
• Reflect on the process, considering the practical applications of Positive Psychology techniques in counselling and identifying areas for future improvement.