Course Co-ordinator: Dr Barbara Foad

Pre-requisite(s): KL 151R or equivalent

Co-requisite(s): None

This course will introduce the basic theoretical concepts of a tranactional analysis approach to counselling skills which include the importance of contract making, theory of ego states, tranactional analysis, game analysis and script analysis. Transactional analysis provides an integrated model of counselling skills and the course will therefore build on previous training and/or practical experience.

10 x 3 hr weekly seminars in addition to private study.

1st Attempt: Two essays, one of 1200-1500 words (30%) , second 3000 words (50%), plus weekly learning logs (20%).

Resit: Resubmisssion of essays. Candidates should note that a resit is not permitted for learning logs.

To achieve credit for the course overall, a pass in each element is required.