Unit 03: Diversity and ethics in the use of counselling skills
This unit focuses on the ethical considerations and the importance of embracing diversity in counselling practice. It aims to prepare learners to navigate the complexities of working with clients from various backgrounds while adhering to ethical standards.
The unit addresses the significance of understanding and respecting diversity, including cultural, religious, gender, and socioeconomic differences. Learners will explore how individual differences impact both the counselling relationship and the therapeutic process. They will learn strategies for working effectively with diverse client populations, ensuring that every client feels valued and understood.
A substantial part of the unit focuses on ethical guidelines and professional conduct. Learners will study key ethical principles such as confidentiality, informed consent, and the importance of setting boundaries. The unit will cover various ethical dilemmas that may arise and equip learners with decision-making frameworks to handle these situations effectively.
By completing Unit 03, learners will gain a deep understanding of the ethical and diversity issues that underpin effective counselling practice. They will be equipped to provide inclusive, respectful, and ethical support to clients, setting a strong foundation for their professional development in the counselling field.
1. Know how an ethical framework relates to the use of counselling skills
- 1.1. Identify an ethical framework
- 1.2. Identify key aspects of the ethical framework
- 1.3. Describe how the ethical framework informs own use of counselling skills
2. Know what discrimination means
- 2.1. Outline ways in which people experience discrimination
- 2.2. Describe own experiences or observations of possible discrimination
3. Understand about anti-discriminatory practice
