Counselling Skills for the RPN - Individual and Group

This course will build on the RPN’s previous knowledge of being an effective communicator in establishing and maintaining a helping relationship with the client and families. The student is able to increase knowledge and skill in the counselling role of the individuals and groups. The student will build on knowledge of life cycle developmental changes. They will be able to carry out a comprehensive nursing assessment for mental health disorders and analyse this information to determine course of action.