Certificate Programme in Career Guidance and Counselling

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Do you know your strengths and limits?

Can you make your point without damaging your relationship with others?

Are you leading youngsters on the right path in choice of career?

How does your personality influence your effectiveness at work?

Are you choosing the right career for yourself?

THE CHINESE UNIVERSITY OF HONG KONG

Faculty of Education Hong Kong Institute of Educational Research

Academic Consultant
Professor Lam Man Ping
Dip (H.K. Baptist), MS (Wagner), PhD (Illinois, Urbana-Champaign)
Professor, Department of Educational Psychology, CUHK

Programme Director
P r o f e s s o r Wo n g H i n Wa h
BSSc, DipEd, MA (Ed) (CUHK), EdD (UCLA)
Associate Director, Hong Kong Institute of Educational Research, CUHK

Programme Co-ordinator
Ms. Ma Yuk Chun
BA (York), DipEd (CUHK), MEd (Sydney)
Programme Co-ordinator, Hong Kong Institute of Educational Research, CUHK

Advisory Board
Professor Lam Mong Chow
BSSc (CUHK), MSW (Minn.), PhD (S.Calif.)
Professor, Department of Social Work, CUHK

P r o f e s s o r L e u n g S e u n g M i n g A lv i n
BS, MS, PhD (Illinois, Urbana-Champaign), Licensed Psychologist (Texas, Nebraska)
Professor, Department of Educational Psychology, CUHK

P r o f e s s o r L a u S i u Yi n g Pa t r i c k
BSc, DipEd, MA (Ed), PhD (CUHK)
Associate Professor, Department of Educational Psychology, CUHK

Ms. Chan Po On Ella

BA (HKU), DipEd, MA(Ed) (CUHK), Cert in Gestalt Therapy (Gestalt Institute of Toronto)
Head, Academic Programmes Division, School of Continuing Education, HKBU

Mr. Cheung Kim Sing

BSc (Soc Sci) (Southampton), DipEd, MA(Ed) (CUHK)
Principal, China Holiness Church Living Spirit College

Mrs. Lau Stella

BA (Waterloo), PGCE (HKU), MA(Ed) (CUHK)
Principal, Diocesan Girls School
 Certificate Programme in Career Guidance and Counselling

Foreword
Our society is undergoing drastic changes at this moment in time. Alienation and lack
of communication are becoming the major causes of problems for Hong Kong people.
Among these problems, the increase in incidence and severity of youth and child
problems has left parents and teachers both struggling and feeling vulnerable. Many
have come to me for advice. However, each case is always different from the other,
and every problem has its own causes that are often complicated in nature.
Nevertheless, I always have one piece of advice psychological counsellor training
no matter whether the goal is to solve a problem, or to facilitate the healthy
development of youths and children. From my many years of experience in training
psychological counsellors, I can speak with certainty that knowledge of psychological
counselling can transform a person into an effective teacher or parent.

I am delighted to learn that the Faculty of Education and the Hong Kong Institute of
Educational Research of The Chinese University of Hong Kong have responded to
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societys needs by offering a series of courses on psychological counselling. These
courses have encompassed the three essential components of counsellor training:
(1) conceptual frameworks and basic knowledge; (2) methods and skills; and
(3) professional roles and personal growth. Many psychological counsellor training
programmes in Hong Kong focus only on the first two components, overlooking the
importance of the third. In this series of counselling courses, I am very happy, and
indeed very much encouraged, to see that much emphasis have been put on this third
component. We have here an exemplar of well-balanced and well-designed
counsellor training courses.

The Faculty of Education and the Hong Kong Institute of Educational Research of The
Chinese University of Hong Kong is renowned for its counsellor training programmes.
I am certain this is no exception. With carefully designed curricula and excellent
teachers and trainers, this new series of counsellor training courses will definitely
become the nurturing ground for teachers and parents who want to help our children
to grow up fine and healthy.

LAM MAN PING

 Introduction
Students, at different stages of their development, have a varying
need to gain more understanding about themselves and their career
options. Quality career advice at different stages of child
development is extremely important, regardless of whether the
individual is directly work-bound or aiming at higher education. For
this reason, people-helpers such as teachers at all levels, school
social workers and youth workers should acquire relevant
knowledge and practical skills in career guidance and counselling,
so that they can design useful career programmes and activities for
students.

In view of this need, the Faculty of Education in conjunction with the Hong Kong
Institute of Educational Research of The Chinese University of Hong Kong jointly
offer the Certificate Programme in Career Guidance and Counselling to provide
quality training. This is for all teachers, school social workers and youth workers
who are interested in career guidance and counselling. The programme is offered
2 in sequential modules which are designed to help participants acquire theoretical
knowledge and ability in the use of assessment tools in career guidance and
counselling. Strong emphasis will be put on application and practice with relevance
to the context of schooling in Hong Kong. The programme can be spread over one
or two years depending on participant's own work pace.

Objectives
The Programme is designed to meet the following objectives:

1. To enable participants to understand the major theories of career development and counselling and how
they can be applied to the school context in Hong Kong.

2. To facilitate participants awareness of their students developmental and career needs at different stages,
through self-exploration and cognitive learning.

3. To help participants to develop purposeful intervention programmes in schools through experience,

practice and use of assessment tools.

4. To engage participants in career planning processes, so that their intellectual growth in relation to career
# Subject to the approval of the relevant authority of the University, the curriculum will be restructured as follows:
i) The compulsory module CGC0004 will be changed to an elective module.
development can facilitate their effectiveness in the role of career advisor and as a professional teacher.
ii) Students will be required to complete a total of three compulsory modules and three elective modules to qualify for the award of the Certificate in
Guidance and Counselling.
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Curriculum The curriculum# consists of three compulsory modules and two elective modules, with each module taking up
21 contact hours. The entire programme thus adds up to a total of 105 hours.

Compulsory Modules:

Module Code Module Title Duration

CCG 0001 Introduction to Career Guidance and Counselling in Hong Kong 21 hours
CCG 0002 Career Counselling Theories and Concepts 21 hours
CCG 0003 The Use of Career Assessment Tools for Exploration 21 hours
and Development

Elective Modules:

Module Code Module Title Duration

CGC 0101 Introduction to Guidance and Counselling 21 hours 3
CGC 0102 Introduction to Group Guidance and Counselling 21 hours
CGC 0103 Understanding Adolescents Development and Needs 21 hours
CGC 0104 Enhancing Self-esteem and Self-image 21 hours
CGC 0105 Workshops for Sex-educators 21 hours
CGC 0106 Personal Growth Group Experience 21 hours
CGC 0107 Effective Communication Skills 21 hours
CGC 0108 Enhancing Emotional Intelligence (EQ) Workshops 21 hours
CGC 0110 Comprehensive Guidance Programme - 21 hours
Concepts and Theories
CGC 0111 Comprehensive Guidance Programme - 21 hours
Workshops on Guidance Curriculum
CSD 0101 School Discipline Models in the Hong Kong Context 21 hours
CPE 0101 Legal and Contentious Issues in Child Rearing 21 hours
CPE 0102 Effective Behaviour Management 21 hours

(For a detailed description of each module, please refer to the appendix.)

# Subject to the approval of the relevant authority of the University

 Award
Modules can count towards the following awards:
1. Certificate in Career Guidance and Counselling
To qualify for this certificate, participants must:
a. complete a total of THREE compulsory modules and TWO elective modules within TWO years from the date
of registration; and
b. attend no less than 80% of the required modules set in the curriculum and complete all written
assignments satisfactorily.*
2. Certificate of Attendance
To qualify for this certificate, participants must attend at least 80% of the meetings of any ONE of the ELECTIVE modules.*
*Full attendance is required for CGC 0106.

Target
Participants
Applicants for the Certificate in Career Guidance and Counselling must be:
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1. Full-time teachers in Primary or Secondary Schools in Hong Kong who are serving in career
guidance teams or who are interested in career guidance and counselling; or

2. Full time school social workers or youth workers; or

3. Teaching professionals or administrators in educational institutes; or

4. Those who are serving in a helping profession and have at least matriculated level or equivalent qualification
with at least three years working experiences.

Medium of
Instruction
Cantonese will be used as much as possible. Where necessary, English will be used as a
supplement.
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Schedule of
Meetings
1. Regular Meetings
Each Module will consist of seven 3-hour meetings. Each meeting will take place on one evening
(Monday to Friday) at 6:30 p.m. or Saturday morning at 9:30 a.m. or Saturday afternoon at 2:30 p.m.

2. Workshops and Growth Groups

These will be held during school holidays or on Saturdays.

Exemption 5

Policy
1. Recipients of the Certificate in Career Guidance and Counselling wishing to proceed to the
Advanced Postgraduate Diploma in Education (Guidance and Counselling) Programme may apply
for exemption from a maximum of 42 contact hours of elective study.

Also, they may be given an exemption up to a maximum of TWO Elective Modules for the following
certificate programmes offered by the Faculty of Education and the Hong Kong Institute of
Educational Research, should they meet the respective programmes relevant requirements:

a. Certificate Programme in Guidance and Counselling;

b. Certificate Programme in School Discipline and Classroom Management;
c. Certificate Programme in Parent Education;
d. Certificate Programme in Values Education.

2. Holders of the a) Advanced Postgraduate Diploma in Education (Guidance and Counselling), b)

Certificate in Guidance and Counselling, c) Certificate in School Discipline and Classroom
Management, d) Certificate in Parent Education, or e) Certificate for Helping Para-professionals in
Guidance and Counselling wishing to proceed to the Certificate Programme in Career Guidance
and Counselling may apply for an exemption up to a maximum of TWO Elective Modules.

3. Holders of the Certificate in Values Education wishing to proceed to the Certificate Programme in
Career Guidance and Counselling may apply for an exemption of ONE Elective Module only.
 Tuition Fee
1. The tuition fee for each module is HK$2,200.

2. The tuition fee for the complete programme of the Certificate of Career Guidance and Counselling is
HK$11,000. The amount can be paid by instalments. The first instalment i.e. HK$6,600 should be
paid within one week of the issue date on the official notice ofadmission. The balance should be
paid in December of the same year.

3. The tuition fee should be paid by crossed cheque or bank draft made payable to The Chinese
University of Hong Kong. Fees paid are NOT refundable or transferable.

4. The fee covers the cost of instruction, handouts and marking of assignments.

Application
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Procedure
Application form for the programme should be downloaded from the website at http://www.fed.cuhk.edu.hk/~hkier. The
completed form should be sent to the Hong Kong Institute of Educational Research along with:

1. Photocopies of academic/professional certificates and transcripts.

2. The non-refundable, non-transferable application fee of HK$180, by crossed cheque or bank draft made payable
to The Chinese University of Hong Kong.

Applications should be sent to:

Hong Kong Institute of Educational Research
The Chinese University of Hong Kong
Room 204, Ho Tim Building, Shatin, New Territories
[Envelope should be marked: Certificate Programme in Career Guidance and Counselling (CCG)]

Applicants will be selected on a competitive basis. Results of application will be notified within six weeks of the closing
date.
Enquiries about application, admission and enrolment should be directed to the Hong Kong Institute of
Educational Research:
1. by telephone on 2609 6999 during office hours;
2. in writing to the Hong Kong Institute of Educational Research, The Chinese University of Hong Kong,
Room 204, Ho Tim Building, Shatin, New Territories;
3. by fax to our office (fax no. 2603 6850);
4. by e-mail to: hkier-training@cuhk.edu.hk
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Appendix
Module Description**

Compulsory Modules:

CCG 0001 Introduction to Career Guidance and Counselling in Hong Kong

This Module offers an overview of existing career guidance and counselling services in Hong Kong schools.
Topics to be covered include: understanding the present picture of career education in Hong Kong; the needs
and importance of career education; the growth of the whole person; ethical principles in career education; the
decision-making process; and developing programmes for students progressing to work and those targeting
further education.

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CCG 0002 Career Counselling Theories and Concepts

This Module is designed to provide an introduction to important career counselling theories and
concepts. Related skills and their practice will be the major focus of this Module. Areas to be
covered include: developmental theory; person-environment fit theories; social learning and self-
efficacy theories; and sociological theories. Basic counselling skills required in the career
counselling process will be introduced and practised.

CCG 0003 The Use of Career Assessment Tools for Exploration and Development

This Module is designed to provide participants with the characteristics and features of several standardized career
assessment tools. A range of exploration exercises and activities will be introduced to help clients explore self
and the occupational world. Discussions on ethical principles and issues related to career assessment in the process
of career counselling will also be delivered. Topics covered include: role of career assessment; exploration of
career interest; values assessment, exploration exercises and skills practice; career skills assessment; personality
assessment; and assessment resources in the primary or secondary school settings.
Elective Modules:

CGC 0101 Introduction to Guidance and Counselling

This Module is designed to introduce the essential elements in guidance and counselling in
various contexts including family, school and community. Topics include:

1. Definition and aims of guidance and counselling;

2. The importance of the counsellor as a person;
3. Core conditions in counselling; and
4. The motivation and self-care of the counsellor and people-helper.

CGC 0102 Introduction to Group Guidance and Counselling

This Module is designed to provide an overview to important elements in group guidance and
counselling. Topics include:

1. Kinds of groups;
2. Group leadership styles and what makes an effective leader;
3. Potential group problems; and
4. Group processes and dynamics.
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Special emphasis will be put on suitability and application in the Hong Kong context.

(Note: Basic training in counselling is a pre-requisite for this module.)

CGC 0103 Understanding Adolescents Development and Needs

This Module is designed to provide an overview of the developmental needs of

adolescents. Emphasis will be put on how the adolescent is influenced by family,
school, peers and society. Topics include:

1. Basic concepts of adolescent development; cognitive development; moral

development; social and personality development;
2. Factors influencing the adolescent; and
3. Specific developmental issues and problems of Hong Kong adolescents.

CGC 0104 Enhancing Self-esteem and Self-image

This Module is designed to provide an insight into various ways of enhancing a persons
self-esteem and self-image. Topics include:

1. Understanding ourselves as humans;

2. Feelings and changes;
3. Growing towards autonomy;
4. Enabling a responsible generation; and
5. A new way to praise and ways to enhance self-esteem in the classroom and at home.
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CGC 0105 Workshops for Sex-educators

This Module is designed to provide participants with an opportunity to:

1. Reflect on and explore their own values, attitudes and knowledge of sexuality;
2. Acquire appropriate skills and methods to implement sex education for children and
adolescents; and
3. Examine and discuss the controversial issues on human sexuality.

CGC 0106 Personal Growth Group Experience (Full attendance is required for this module.)

This Module consists of three 7-hour sessions aimed at providing participants with a personal growth
group experience. The group is semi-structured to meet the specific needs of the participants. It is hoped
that through such group experience, participants can:
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1. Learn more about themselves and others;
2. Have a greater awareness of feelings about themselves and others;
3. Improve interpersonal communications; and
4. Re-assess their values in an atmosphere of honest sharing and listening.

CGC 0107 Effective Communication Skills

This Module is designed to provide basic skills and practice for effective inter-personal communication.
Topics include:

1. Knowing your own communication styles;

2. Awareness of non-verbal language;
3. Basic active listening skills;
4. Effective responding skills;
5. Appropriate assertiveness; and
6. Life situation practice.

Learning takes place through interaction, experience and trying out new skills.

CGC 0108 Enhancing Emotional Intelligence (EQ) Workshops

This Module is designed to provide learning and practice in how to effectively manage ones emotions.
Topics include:

1. Key to emotional intelligence;

2. Knowing your limits and boundaries;
3. Managing with your heart and mind; and
4. Application in classroom and family settings.

This Module requires participants active involvement and honest sharing for its best outcome.
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CGC 0110 Comprehensive Guidance Programme - Concepts and Theories

This Module is designed to provide an overview of the concept of Comprehensive Guidance

Programme in a changing context-system perspective of guidance service in primary educational
setting. Topics include:
1. Challenges and issues facing children and adolescents;
2. Personal and social assets that facilitate positive youth development;
3. Objectives of school guidance work, essential qualities of an effective guidance teacher; and
4. Components of the comprehensive guidance programme and the essential elements lead to
successful implementation.

CGC 0111 Comprehensive Guidance Programme - Workshops on Guidance Curriculum

This Module is designed to provide learning and practice in how to design and deliver
guidance curriculum in school setting. Topics include:

1. Strands and objectives of guidance curriculum in the Hong Kong educatonal setting;
2. Essential elements and skill needed of implementing guidance curriculum; and
3. Exploration of different guidance curriculum carried out in different schools through case
presentation under supervision.

CSD 0101 School Discipline Models in the Hong Kong Context

This Module is designed to enhance teachers' critical understanding of existing models of school discipline
in Hong Kong. Topics include:
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1. Factors or culture affecting the orientation of school discipline in Hong Kong;
2. A review of school rules and regulations;
3. Case studies on different school discipline models;
4. The role of teamwork in school discipline; and
5. The role of parents in handling students with behavioral problems.

CPE 0101 Legal and Contentious Issues in Child Rearing

This Module tackles some legal and contentious issues related to child rearing in Hong Kong.
Topics include:

1. Children and domestic violence;

2. Sex education in the family;
3. Youth and substance abuse;
4. Child protection; and
5. Parents in the rehabilitation of delinquent children.

CPE 0102 Effective Behaviour Management

This Module provides participants with an opportunity to reflect on and explore their own experiences,
values, and attitudes built on discipline. Appropriate skills and methods of parenting will be discussed.
Topics include:

1. Behaviour management versus behaviour modification;

2. Children's views on the process of discipline;
3. Discipline as a constructive reaction to the needs of children;
4. Enhancing self-management; and
5. Mental health of parents.