Postgraduate Certificate in Guidance and Pupil Support: The Impact of the Course on Practice |
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| Authors: | Leila Holm Claude Knights & Jennifer Tuson |
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| Institution: | Educational Studies, Northern College, Aberdeen |
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| Abstract: | This paper reports an investigation into the impact of a postgraduate certificate in guidance and pupil support on the practice of its recent graduands. The Certificate is one delivered within the Postgraduate Award Scheme of Northern College. The writers' investigation showed that the course had a major impact on graduands' professional practice, particularly in their effective use of enhanced interpersonal skills and counselling approach. Given the current climate, work which demonstrates the value of training in relation to the affective area is particularly valuable. A full report of the study is available from Northern College. |
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