RM016 Certificate in Behaviour, Learning and Change: Counselling Skills in Practice
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Course description
This course develops the skills and knowledge required to apply learning theories in a counselling context. Learners will explore how behaviour is learned, reinforced, observed and changed over time, and how these principles can be used to support clients with personal, emotional and psychological issues.
The course focuses on practical counselling application, including behaviourism, social learning theory, modelling, reinforcement, skill development, goal setting, monitoring progress and reviewing outcomes. Learners will consider how clients’ thoughts, behaviours, environments, relationships and previous experiences can influence their current responses and choices.
Throughout the course, learners will strengthen their ability to work ethically and professionally, maintain appropriate boundaries, support client self-determination and apply learning theory in ways that are respectful, person-centred and aligned with organisational policies and procedures.
This course is suitable for learners preparing for or working in counselling, mental health, community services, youth work, family support, wellbeing, case work or human services roles where behaviour change, client support and reflective practice are part of the work.
Learning outcomes
By the end of this course, learners will be able to:
- Explain key principles of behaviourism and social learning theory.
- Identify how learning theories apply to counselling practice.
- Recognise how behaviour can be shaped by reinforcement, modelling, observation and environment.
- Use counselling skills to support clients to explore behaviour patterns.
- Assist clients to identify goals for behaviour change.
- Apply learning theory to develop practical strategies with clients.
- Support clients to practise new behaviours and responses.
- Monitor client progress and review behaviour change strategies.
- Work within ethical, legal and organisational requirements.
- Maintain professional boundaries when supporting client change.
- Use reflective practice to review the effectiveness of counselling strategies.
- Recognise when referral or additional support may be required.
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Section 1: RM 005 Course IntroductionThis course covers the application of behaviourism and social learning theories to develop and monitor behaviour change programs in a counselling context. It focuses on research, analysis, and formulation of change programs, while considering legislative and industry standards.
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2Section 2: RM 005 Identifying Reliable Sources of Information
Enhance your ability to identify and access reliable sources of information on learning theories. This course focuses on understanding various types of data, ensuring its accuracy, relevance, and completeness while observing privacy legislation in an educational context.
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3Section 3: RM 005 Learning Theories in Counselling
Explore the key learning theories essential for effective counselling practice, including behaviourism, cognitivism, and constructivism. Gain practical insights into applying these theories through techniques such as reinforcement, behaviour analysis, and cognitive-behavioral therapy.
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4Section 4: RM 005 Guidelines on Confidentiality
Learn how to efficiently organise and record information in counselling to support ethical practices, adhere to confidentiality guidelines, and understand legal obligations.
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5Section 5: RM 005 Understanding Behavioural Modelling
Explore how behavioural modelling and environmental influences impact client change in counselling, learn to analyse individual responses, and understand the effects of dysfunctional environments.
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6Section 6: RM 005 Response Techniques in Counselling Practice
Learn to apply stimulus and response techniques in counselling practice, explore reinforcement methods to support behaviour change, and develop strategies for program monitoring and intervention.
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7Section 7: RM 005 Understanding Change and Learning in Counselling
Learn to identify necessary changes to achieve outcomes, record a change program, set practical goals, and explore actions for client empowerment. Emphasis is placed on understanding learning, using SMARTIES goals, and engaging with client rights and responsibilities.
