This course will enable the student
· Apply various techniques in counseling and guidance.
· Understand various problems in children which require guidance.
· Apply different therapies of counseling.
· Frame case profile of a disturbed individual.
Contents:
1. Compiling articles related to guidance.
2. Prepare theme related brochures, pamphlets etc. for guidance
3. Visit to a guidance and counseling center-
· Organizational structure
· Objectives/ purpose
· Competencies of personnel and process
· Clients views about center
· Financial management
· Records and registers
4. Need based program planning/ organizing guidance session of a particular age group / with specific problems.
5. Participation in counseling process/ assistance in preparation of case history / study in the clinic ( Presentation of case in classroom)
6. Skill development through mock activity- Rapport technique, questioning, listening, reflection, acceptance, silence, leading, reassurance, non- verbal cues, terminating skills.
Books Recommended:
· Blackham, G.J. & Silberman, A. (1980). Modification of child and adolescent behavior.
· Cohen, D.H. & Stern, V. (1958). Observing and recording the behavior of young children.
· New York: Bureau of Publications Teachers College - Columbia University.
· Cormier, W.H. & Cormier, L.S. (1979). Interviewing strategies for helpers: A guide to assessment, treatment, and evaluation.