Counselling: Bachelor of Arts Minor
Description
The B.A. Minor in Counselling was designed to provide students with a strong theoretical and practical understanding of the interdisciplinary field of counselling. Students in the program will develop a sound knowledge of theories in counselling, develop basic counselling skills (e.g., active listening, assessment, case conceptualization, goal-setting, counselling interventions) through engagement in practical and experiential learning opportunities, and learn about and reflect deeply on issues related to work in the helping professions (e.g., self-care, power dynamics, cultural considerations, professional ethics, boundaries of competence).
In the first year, students will be required to take Introduction to Higher Education in order to develop the appropriate attitude and disposition towards interdisciplinary scholarly inquiry that studies in Counselling requires. In the second year, students will take Abnormal Psychology (through the Psychology Department) so they can understand categories of mental disorders in order to strengthen their awareness regarding boundaries of competence. The third year involves developing an understanding of the theoretical foundations of counselling through courses on theories, career counselling, and cultural considerations in counselling. The fourth year courses involve a shift from theoretical understanding to practical and experiential learning with courses on reflective practice, counselling relationships and basic skills, and group facilitation.
Admission Requirements
Students pursuing a minor in Counselling must be admitted to the Faculty of Arts.
Declaration Requirements
Students pursuing this minor must declare their intention prior to graduation.
Curricular Requirements
Students pursuing a Bachelor of Arts degree must complete all requirements in the Bachelor of Arts framework in addition to their major or minor program requirements.
Students must complete all of the following requirements for the Counselling Minor:
1000 Level
One of: |
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EDUC 1100 | Introduction to Higher Education | 3 credits | |
EDUC 1101 | Introduction to Higher Education for Student Athletes | 3 credits | |
EDUC 1102 | Introduction to Higher Education for Aboriginal Students | 3 credits | |
EDUC 1150 | Introduction to Higher Education for International Students | 3 credits | |
EDUC 1190 | Introduction to Higher Education for High School Students | 3 credits |
2000 Level
All of: |
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PSYC 2350 | Psychopathology | 3 credits |
Notes:
EDUC 2220 Introduction to Educational Psychology is highly recommended.
PSYC 2350 requires completion of PSYC 1100 and PSYC 1200 with a grade of C in each course as prerequisites.
3000 Level
All of: |
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CNPS 3310 | Theories of Counselling | 3 credits | |
CNPS 3320 | Career Counselling & Career Education | 3 credits |
4000 Level
All of: |
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CNPS 4300 | Counselling Relationships & Basic Skills | 3 credits | |
CNPS 4310 | The Reflective Practitioner | 3 credits |
Electives
Students must also complete one of the following courses: |
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CNPS 3330 | Cultural Considerations in Counselling | 3 credits | |
CNPS 4330 | Group Facilitation | 3 credits |
Credential Awarded
Upon successful completion of the minor as part of a Bachelor of Arts program, transcripts will indicate a Minor in Counselling.
At a Glance
Faculty of Arts
Program Type:
- Undergraduate
Credential Granted:
- Baccalaureate Degree
Offered At:
- Richmond
- Surrey
Start Date(s):
- September
- January
- May
Intake Type:
- Open intake
Format:
- Full-time
- Part-time
Minimum Credits Required:
- 120
Instructional Cycle:
- Semester-based
Curriculum Effective Date:
- 01-Sep-2015