Workshops
- Introduction to Counselling – 17 May 2008
- Support Strategies for Sole Practitioners – 3 June 2008
Introduction to Counselling
This workshop will provide an opportunity for Career Development Practitioners to enhance their current counselling skills and gain improved outcomes when working with clients.
The program includes an introduction to basic counselling skills, theories and practices. It reviews a range of different counselling approaches and how to implement them.
Aims of the Day
The objectives of the workshop include:
- Providing a solid grounding in basic counselling skills
- Understanding different theories of change
- Being introduced to different counselling approaches such as person centred, systems, cognitive behavioural, narrative therapy, strategic and solutions focused
- Practice in implementing these skills
- Reflecting on the role of the self in the counselling process
The format of the workshop involves large and small group discussion, case studies, role plays and individual reflection exercises. Course notes provided.
Professional Standards*
6.3.3.f Advanced Communication Skills - Specialisation: Counselling Skills
* CPDA strongly recommends that you check with your relevant professional association to ensure that the workshop(s) you attend are in compliance with their Continuing Professional Development policies.
| Date | Saturday, 17th May 2008 |
| Time | 10am – 4.00pm (lunch included) |
| Venue | International House 241 Royal Parade Parkville |
| Facilitator | Debbie Ling |
| CICA Member | Non Member | |
| Early bird (before 24 April 2008) | $185 | $250 |
| Standard | $225 | $300 |
Support strategies for sole practitioners
This discussion style workshop will provide an opportunity for Career Development Practitioners working as sole practitioners in any setting (for example Private Practice, Education, Corporate) to identify the challenges and develop specific strategies to overcome professional isolation.
Scheduled during National Career Development Week 2008, participation in this event is essential for Career Development Practitioners seeking to better manage their own professional and personal well being and work life balance.
Continue your learning and networking by joining us for dinner at the conclusion of the workshop (optional).
Aims of the Workshop
The objectives of the workshop include:
- Identify the challenges associated with sole practice
- Review case studies
- Share solutions and strategies
- Develop an action plan to improve your work as a sole practitioner
Professional Standards*
| 6.3.4.c | Develop Relationships with other professionals |
| 6.3.7.e | Establish and maintain collaborative work relationships |
| 6.3.7.g | Use enterprise and innovation skills |
* CPDA strongly recommends that you check with your relevant professional association to ensure that the workshop(s) you attend are in compliance with their Continuing Professional Development policies.
| Date | Tuesday, 3 June 2008 |
| Time | 6.00 - 8.00pm followed by optional dinner at own expense. |
| Venue | TBC |
| Facilitators | Debbie Ling & Caitlin Burns. |
Registration includes Workshop, Light Refreshments, Course Notes and GST
| CICA Member | Non Member | |
| Early Bird (before 13 May) | $42 | $57 |
| Standard | $50 | $68 |