UNIVERSITY OF ILORIN, FACULTY OF EDUCATION, DEPARTMENT OF COUNSELLOR EDUCATION COURSEWARE CED 307 (REHABILITATION COUNSELLING)

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1 UNIVERSITY OF ILORIN, FACULTY OF EDUCATION, DEPARTMENT OF COUNSELLOR EDUCATION COURSEWARE CED 307 (REHABILITATION COUNSELLING) Course: CED 307 Rehabilitation Counselling (2 Credits-Compulsory) Course Duration: Two hours per week for 15 weeks (30 hours) Lecturer: OMOTOSHO, Joshua A. Ph.D. Guidance and Counselling (Athens, Ohio), M.L.S. Library Science (Zaria), B.Sc. Technical Education. (Nsukka) Location: Room 9 Counsellor Education Department Block, Faculty of Education, University of Ilorin, Ilorin, Nigeria. Consultation Hours: 11.00am-1.00pm (Mondays and Wednesdays) Course Content The psychological and vocational rehabilitation of the disabled and the handicapped for better integration into the society. Diagnostic methods and techniques for categorizing the disabled and for identifying the types of counselling and vocational training needed. Course Description The course attempts a definition of the concept of rehabilitation counselling. It also focuses on the philosophy of rehabilitation and the basic principles of it. It gives a brief historical background to rehabilitation. The major concepts of rehabilitation as well as the role, function and scope of the practice of rehabilitation counselling are examined. Processes for establishing autonomy as key elements of rehabilitation counselling as a profession are exemplified by accreditation, certification, 1

2 licensure and registration are explored. The course examines certain guidelines for talking about disability and the rules for appropriate language for use with persons with disability. Course Justification Helping others encompasses a responsibility to acquire and maintain knowledge and skills, as well as to recognize that the potential for unintended harm is always present. The justification for this course is premised, therefore, on the fact that it is important for those entering this helping relationship area to acquire basic knowledge which will help to develop the right professional identity for helping indeed. Course Objectives The main objective of the course is to introduce learners to the processes involved in rehabilitation counselling. As a result of participating in this course, learners will be able to: Define the term rehabilitation counseling to the understanding of a novice in the profession. Identify the basic rehabilitation counselling services that are available. Identify the variety of roles and functions of the rehabilitation counsellor. Identify the leadership and advocacy roles of rehabilitation counsellors. Identify the roles of various people and agencies in developing and maintaining a rehabilitation agency. Develop an understanding of the psychosocial impacts of disability. Demonstrate skill in using appropriate guidelines for talking about disability. Demonstrate skill and capability in exhibiting appropriate behaviour when meeting persons with disabilities. 2

3 Course Requirements In addition to online interaction, learners will be required to read widely literature that are relevant for understanding the course well. Students will visit a rehabilitation agency or a school for the handicapped that is school closest to them and interact with its teachers and students in order to get hands-on experience of the content of the course. Learners are expected to attend classes 75% of the total number of classes before they can sit for the examination. Methods of Grading S/N Type of Grading Score (%) 1 Continuous Assessment 30 2 Final examination 70 Total 100 Course Delivery Strategies Online contact will be the major method of course delivery. Learners will be expected to present assignments on various topics. 3

4 Lecture Content Week 1: Nature and Purpose of Rehabilitation Counselling Objective: The objectives of the week are to define/describe what rehabilitation counselling is, how it is related to counselling. Description An overview of the course, definition of rehabilitation counselling, its purpose. 1. What would your definition of the term rehabilitation counselling be? 2. What is the purpose of rehabilitation counselling? 3. How is rehabilitation counselling related counselling? 4. What are the functions of rehabilitation counselling? Reading List 1. Executive Summary 3. Retrieved August 12, 2012 from Omotosho 4, J.A. (2010). Class notes on CED 209 (Introduction to Rehabilitation Counseling). Ilorin: Department of Counselor Education, University of Ilorin. 3. Omotosho 4, J.A. (2010). Class notes on CED 307 (Rehabilitation Counselling). Ilorin: Department of Counselor Education, University of Ilorin. 4. Parker 4, R.M.; Szymansk;, E.M.; & Patterson, J.B. (Eds.). (2005). Rehabilitation Counseling: Basics and 5. Rehabilitation counseling 3. Retrieved August 12, 2012 from 6. Rubin 1,4, S.E.; Roessler, R.T. (1978). Foundations of the rehabilitation process. Baltimore: University Park Press. ISBN

5 Week 2: Historic Roots of Rehabilitation Objectives The main objective of the week is to examine the historical roots of modern rehabilitation practices. Description A brief history of rehabilitation counselling as an offshoot of the guidance movement. 1. Trace a brief history of the guidance movement. 2. What was the unique contribution of Frank Parsons to the development of vocational rehabilitation? 3. Explain to a layman the term agents or caseworkers. 4. Would you agree or disagree that careers education and vocational education are synonymous terms? Explain. Reading List 1. Attitudes about disability 3. Retrieved August 12, 2012 from 2. Parker 4, R.M.; Szymansk;, E.M.; & Patterson, J.B. (Eds.). (2005). Rehabilitation Counseling: Basics and 3. Rehabilitation process 3. Retrieved August 12, 2012 from. 5

6 Week 3: Role and Function of Rehabilitation Counsellor Objectives The main objective of this week is to investigate the role and function of the rehabilitation counsellor. Description The roles and functions of rehabilitation counsellors are investigated. Some common roles examined include assessment and appraisal; diagnosis and treatment planning, career (vocational) counselling, etc. 1. Make a list of tasks you would perform as a rehabilitation counsellor in a rehabilitation agency. 2. Make a list of various persons who may benefit from the rehabilitation counsellors. 3. Which type of disabilities would require the services and functions of a rehabilitation counsellor? 4. What are some factors which will influence your assignment of specific/certain roles to a rehabilitation counsellor? 5. Which categories of people will benefit most from the rehabilitation counsellor s role as a referral source? Reading List 1. Omotosho 4, J.A. (2010). Class notes on CED 307 (Rehabilitation Counselling). Ilorin: Department of Counselor Education, University of Ilorin. 2. Parker 4, R.M.; Szymansk;, E.M.; & Patterson, J.B. (Eds.). (2005). Rehabilitation Counseling: Basics and 3. Rehabilitation Counselor 3. Retrieved August 12, 2012 from. 6

7 4. Wright 4,5, G.N.; & Butler, A.J.(1968). Rehabilitation counselor functions: Annotated references. Madison, W.I.: University of Wisconsin. Week 4: Scope of Practice in Rehabilitation Counselling. Objectives The main objective of the week is to examine the scope of the rehabilitation worker s practice. It is also the objective this week to spell out the diverse contexts of this scope. Description A look at scope of the work of the rehabilitation counsellor in its evolution from its early history as an occupation practiced in a limited number of settings to its current status as a profession that is practiced in diverse settings. 1. What factors that are related to disabilities differentiate the rehabilitation counsellor from other types of counsellors? 2. Make a list of settings that depict the scope of the rehabilitation counsellor s scope of practice. 3. Would you say that the scope of the services of the rehabilitation counsellor has grown or diminished over the years? Explain. 4. How does the philosophy of rehabilitation affect the scope of practice in rehabilitation counselling? 5. Mention and describe one of the typical settings you would expect to find a rehabilitation counsellor in today s Nigeria? 7

8 Reading List 1. Parker 4, R.M.; Szymansk;, E.M.; & Patterson, J.B. (Eds.). (2005). Rehabilitation Counseling: Basics and 2. Rehabilitation counseling 3. Retrieved August 12, 2012 from 3. Rubin 1,4, S.E.; Roessler, R.T. (1978). Foundations of the rehabilitation process. Baltimore: University Park Press. ISBN Wright 4,5, G.N.; & Butler, A.J.(1968). Rehabilitation counselor functions: Annotated references. Madison, W.I.: University of Wisconsin. Week 5: Rehabilitation Philosophy Objectives The main objective of the week is to examine the philosophical basis for rehabilitation counselling. Description A review of rehabilitation philosophy revealing a belief in, and advocacy for, the rights of people with disabilities. A list of other underlying values that propel the philosophy is made and studied. 1. Beginning from a working definition of rehabilitation, give some initial philosophical basis of rehabilitation counselling. 2. What are the basic values and beliefs that undergird rehabilitation philosophy? 3. Why would you (or would you not) include belief in the dignity and worth of all people as one of the philosophy of rehabilitation counselling? 4. Defend the statement: Recognition of the importance of focusing on the assets of the person as a philosophy of rehabilitation counselling. 8

9 5. What list would you display as a full array of rehabilitation counselling philosophy for use in Nigeria? Reading List 1. McGowan 1,4, J.F.; & Porter, T.L. (1976). An introduction to the vocational rehabilitation process (rev. ed.). Washington, D.C.: US Government Printing Office. ISBN Parker 4, R.M.; Szymansk;, E.M.; & Patterson, J.B. (Eds.). (2005). Rehabilitation Counseling: Basics and 3. Rubin 1,4, S.E.; Roessler, R.T. (1978). Foundations of the rehabilitation process. Baltimore: University Park Press. ISBN Wright 4,5, G.N.; & Butler, A.J.(1968). Rehabilitation counselor functions: Annotated references. Madison, W.I.: University of Wisconsin. Week 6: The Rehabilitation Process I Objective The main objective of this week is to familiarize students with the first four of some seven steps in the rehabilitation process when following a case. Description Making the Initial Contact. Arriving at a Diagnostic Workup. Evaluation and Certification. Vocational Assessment. 9

10 1. Describe the first step you would take in the Rehabilitation Process 2. From what three areas would you assemble data for arriving at your client s diagnostic workup? 3. Why should a counsellor, though highly skilled, still need to make referrals? 4. Give some objectives of vocational assessment. 5. Why would you say that lack of thorough evaluation is the bane of Rehabilitation Process? Reading List 1. McGowan 1,4, J.F.; & Porter, T.L. (1976). An introduction to the vocational rehabilitation process (rev. ed.). Washington, D.C.: US Government Printing Office. ISBN Omotosho 4, J.A. (2010). Class notes on CED 307 (Rehabilitation Counselling). Ilorin: Department of Counselor Education, University of Ilorin. 3. Parker 4, R.M.; Szymansk;, E.M.; & Patterson, J.B. (Eds.). (2005). Rehabilitation Counseling: Basics and 4. Rehabilitation process 3. Retrieved August 12, 2012 from Rubin 1,4, S.E.; Roessler, R.T. (1978). Foundations of the rehabilitation process. Baltimore: University Park Press. ISBN Wright 4,5, G.N.; & Butler, A.J.(1968). Rehabilitation counselor functions: Annotated references. Madison, W.I.: University of Wisconsin. Week 7: The Rehabilitating Process II The main objective for Week 7 lesson is to familiarize students with the remaining steps required for completing the Rehabilitation Process. 10

11 Description Introduction: Review of the first four steps of the Rehabilitation Process which was begun last week. Service Planning. Placement. Postemployment Services. 1. What pathway would you take a prospective client through whose disability has indicated the necessity for rehabilitation? 2. What conditions would call for referral services during the Rehabilitation Process? 3. Proffer solutions to two of the possible you may encounter in placement. 4. What are the future prospects of rehabilitation counselling in Nigeria? 5. How would you define the term Rehabilitation Process? Reading List 1. McGowan 1,4, J.F.; & Porter, T.L. (1976). An introduction to the vocational rehabilitation process (rev. ed.). Washington, D.C.: US Government Printing Office. ISBN Omotosho 4, J.A. (2010). Class notes on CED 307 (Rehabilitation Counselling). Ilorin: Department of Counselor Education, University of Ilorin. 3. Parker 4, R.M.; Szymansk;, E.M.; & Patterson, J.B. (Eds.). (2005). Rehabilitation Counseling: Basics and 4. Rehabilitation process 3. Retrieved August 12, 2012 from. 11

12 5. Rubin 1,4, S.E.; Roessler, R.T. (1978). Foundations of the rehabilitation process. Baltimore: University Park Press. ISBN Wright 4,5, G.N.; & Butler, A.J.(1968). Rehabilitation counselor functions: Annotated references. Madison, W.I.: University of Wisconsin. Week 8: Attitudes about Disability Objective The objective of this lesson is to trace the history of the attitudes of people about disability from antiquity to contemporary times. It is also the objectives of this lesson to help learners examine the nature of their own attitudes and to modify such if need be. Description Introduction: History of attitudes to disabled persons and to illness. Attitude of learner s own community and of self to disabled persons and to illness. Need to have right, healthy attitude. 1. What are the possible roots of prejudice against disabled persons? 2. Trace a brief history of the negative attitudes which people often display against the handicapped in your home community. 3. Who are eugenicists? What is your view about their attitude towards disabled persons? 4. What factors may tend to colour the perception of the rehabilitation counsellor against the handicapped person? 5. Would you say that the child-rearing practices of your people can be a root of prejudice against disabled persons? Explain. 12

13 Reading List 1. Attitudes about disability 3. Retrieved August 12, 2012 from 2. Executive Summary 3. Retrieved August 12, 2012 from Kaplan 3, D. (n.d.). Disability as a social problem. Retrieved August 12, 2012 from 4. McGowan 1,4, J.F.; & Porter, T.L. (1976). An introduction to the vocational rehabilitation process (rev. ed.). Washington, D.C.: US Government Printing Office. ISBN Omotosho 4, J.A. (2010). Class notes on CED 307 (Rehabilitation Counselling). Ilorin: Department of Counselor Education, University of Ilorin. 6. Parker 4, R.M.; Szymansk;, E.M.; & Patterson, J.B. (Eds.). (2005). Rehabilitation Counseling: Basics and 7. Rubin 1,4, S.E.; Roessler, R.T. (1978). Foundations of the rehabilitation process. Baltimore: University Park Press. ISBN Wright 4,5, G.N.; & Butler, A.J.(1968). Rehabilitation counselor functions: Annotated references. Madison, W.I.: University of Wisconsin. Week 9: Different Types of Impairment Leading to Disability. Objectives The main objective of this week is to learn about and become familiar with different types and severities of impairment which lead to disabilities. It is also to acknowledge the fact that each of these impairments may present different barriers and needs to be addressed with different strategies. 13

14 Description Introduction: Some types of impairment. Variations and degrees of impairment. Different strategies for addressing impairments. 1. Make a list of some impairment which may lead to disabilities. 2. What specific types of disability can each of the impairments you listed in Question 1 lead to? 3. The severity of an impairment determines the type of disability experienced. Discuss. 4. What are some implications of impairment on computer use? 5. Make a list of some causes of cognitive/language impairment that you know of. Reading List 1. Parker 4, R.M.; Szymansk;, E.M.; & Patterson, J.B. (Eds.). (2005). Rehabilitation Counseling: Basics and 2. Problems of persons with disability 3. Retrieved August 12, 2012 from Problems of Rehabilitation counseling 3. Retrieved August 12, 2012 from 4. Rubin 1,4, S.E.; Roessler, R.T. (1978). Foundations of the rehabilitation process. Baltimore: University Park Press. ISBN Wright 4,5, G.N.; & Butler, A.J.(1968). Rehabilitation counselor functions: Annotated references. Madison, W.I.: University of Wisconsin. 14

15 6. Zunker 1,4, V.G. (2006). Career counseling: A holistic approach. Belmont, C.A.: Thomson Brooks/Cole. ISBN Week 10: Physical Impairments as a Major and Common Category Objectives The main focus of this week is to examine the nature of physical impairments as a common, major category that is often easily obvious. To recognize paralysis, spinal cord injury, stroke, arthritis, multiple sclerosis, muscular dystrophy, etc. as examples of physical impairment. Description Introduction: Various types of physical impairment. Causes of physical impairment. Functional limitations caused by physical impairments. 1. Make a list of the physical impairments you have discussed in class. 2. What are the possible causes of the list you made in Question 1? 3. What are the functional limitations caused by physical impairments? 4. A huge array of injuries come under the term head injury. Name and describe two of them in detail. 5. Cite two of the difficulties that an individual who can use only one hand or who uses a headstick or mouthstick to operate the keyboard may have. 15

16 Reading List 1. Parker 4, R.M.; Szymansk;, E.M.; & Patterson, J.B. (Eds.). (2005). Rehabilitation Counseling: Basics and 2. Problems of persons with disability 3. Retrieved August 12, 2012 from Problems of Rehabilitation counseling 3. Retrieved August 12, 2012 from 4. Rubin 1,4, S.E.; Roessler, R.T. (1978). Foundations of the rehabilitation process. Baltimore: University Park Press. ISBN Zunker 1,4, V.G. (2006). Career counseling: A holistic approach. Belmont, C.A.: Thomson Brooks/Cole. ISBN Week 11: Establishing a Vocational Rehabilitation Diagnosis Objective This week s main objective is to appreciate the need for care in selecting a vocational rehabilitation diagnosis. Description Introduction: Need to exercise care in the establishment of a vocational rehabilitation diagnosis. Factors determining eligibility. Medical, Psychological, Socio-cultural and vocational aspects of client study. 1. What does vocational rehabilitation diagnosis mean to you. 16

17 2. Why do you think that care must be exercised in establishing a vocational rehabilitation diagnosis? 3. On what factors is eligibility for services in vocational rehabilitation diagnosis based? 4. Write brief notes on: (a) Client Study: Medical ; and (b) Client Study: Socio-cultural. 5. How crucial is client study in getting the necessary information relative to a client s vocational interests and skills, work habits and occupational maturity? Reading List 1. Discipline of Rehabilitation counseling 3. Retrieved August 12, 2012 from 2. Kaplan 3, D. (n.d.). Disability as a social problem. Retrieved August 12, 2012 from 3. McGowan 1,4, J.F.; & Porter, T.L. (1976). An introduction to the vocational rehabilitation process (rev. ed.). Washington, D.C.: US Government Printing Office. ISBN Omotosho 4, J.A. (2010). Class notes on CED 307 (Rehabilitation Counselling). Ilorin: Department of Counselor Education, University of Ilorin. 5. Parker 4, R.M.; Szymansk;, E.M.; & Patterson, J.B. (Eds.). (2005). Rehabilitation Counseling: Basics and 6. Rehabilitation process 3. Retrieved August 12, 2012 from. Week 12: Rehabilitation Counselling: Problems and Techniques Objective The main objective of this week is to examine and appreciate the problems associated with Rehabilitation Counselling. Another objective is to examine some counselling techniques needed for enhancing success. 17

18 Description Introduction: Problems encountered in rehabilitation counselling as a profession. A survey of problems due to environmental and situational factors. A survey of problems due to the nature of the case load. A survey of problems due to personal variables within the rehabilitation counsellor. 1. What environmental or situational factors cause problems in rehabilitation counselling? 2. Name at least three of the variables within the rehabilitation counsellor which may militate against the rehabilitation counselling process. 3. In what ways can the nature of the case load aggravate the problems experienced in rehabilitation counselling? 4. What critical suggestions would you offer in order to enhance success in the initial interview between the rehabilitation counsellor and a prospective client? 5. Make four salient suggestion for ensuring effective test use and interpretation. Reading List 1. Kaplan 3, D. (n.d.). Disability as a social problem. Retrieved August 12, 2012 from 2. Omotosho 4, J.A. (2010). Class notes on CED 307 (Rehabilitation Counselling). Ilorin: Department of Counselor Education, University of Ilorin. 3. Parker 4, R.M.; Szymansk;, E.M.; & Patterson, J.B. (Eds.). (2005). Rehabilitation Counseling: Basics and 4. Problems of Rehabilitation counseling 3. Retrieved August 12, 2012 from 18

19 5. Rehabilitation Counselor 3. Retrieved August 12, 2012 from Zunker 1,4, V.G. (2006). Career counseling: A holistic approach. Belmont, C.A.: Thomson Brooks/Cole. ISBN Week 13: Counsellor Role in Rehabilitation Programmes Objective The major objective of this week is to examine the major roles of a counsellor in a rehabilitation programme. Description Introduction: Rehabilitation counsellor s role seen in terms of the fact that he works in many settings and under differing plans from one rehabilitation agency to another. Major among the roles of the rehabilitation counsellor include: (a) Counselling, (2) Testing (3) Office Routine, (4) Placement, (5) Occupational Information, (6) Public Relations, (7) Counsellor Self- Improvement, and (8) Incidental Services. 1. Attempt a formulation of job description for the Nigerian rehabilitation counsellor and another for an American one. In what ways are they: (a) similar (b) dissimilar/different? 2. Why do you think (a) Office routine; (b) Public relations; and (c)incidental services should be roles for a rehabilitation counsellor? 3. Discuss the statement: Counselling is the hub or centre of the rehabilitation counsellors work. 19

20 4. Would you agree or not agree that Placement is as important as Occupational & Information as a counsellor role? Explain. 5. What is your projection for the job outlook for rehabilitation counsellors in Nigeria in the next decade or so? Reading List 1. Executive Summary 3. Retrieved August 12, 2012 from Omotosho 4, J.A. (2010). Class notes on CED 209 (Introduction to Rehabilitation Counseling). Ilorin: Department of Counselor Education, University of Ilorin. 3. Omotosho 4, J.A. (2010). Class notes on CED 307 (Rehabilitation Counselling). Ilorin: Department of Counselor Education, University of Ilorin. 4. Parker 4, R.M.; Szymansk;, E.M.; & Patterson, J.B. (Eds.). (2005). Rehabilitation Counseling: Basics and 5. Rehabilitation Counselor 3. Retrieved August 12, 2012 from Rehabilitation process 3. Retrieved August 12, 2012 from Zunker 1,4, V.G. (2006). Career counseling: A holistic approach. Belmont, C.A.: Thomson Brooks/Cole. ISBN Week 14: Revision Objectives Learners would be expected to seek explanations on any difficult concepts or topics treated in the course. They would be expected to appreciate the integration of the various topics treated in the course as a complete package. 20

21 1a. What is the purpose of rehabilitation counselling? b. How is rehabilitation counselling related to counselling? 2. Trace a brief history of the guidance movement. 3. What are some factors which will influence your assignment of specific/certain roles to a rehabilitation counsellor? 4. Make a list of settings that depict the scope of the rehabilitation counsellor s scope of practice. 5. What are the basic values and beliefs that undergird rehabilitation philosophy? 6. From what three areas would you assemble data for arriving at your client s diagnostic workup? What conditions would call for referral services during the Rehabilitation Process? 7. What pathway would you take a prospective client through whose disability has indicated the necessity for rehabilitation? 8. What factors may tend to colour the perception of the rehabilitation counsellor against the handicapped person? 9. What specific types of disability can each of the impairments you listed in Question 1 lead to? 10. What are the functional limitations caused by physical impairments? 11. On what factors is eligibility for services in vocational rehabilitation diagnosis based? 12. In what ways can the nature of the case load aggravate the problems experienced in rehabilitation counselling? 13. Why do you think (a) Office routine; (b) Public relations; and (c)incidental services should be roles for a rehabilitation counsellor? 21

22 Reading List 1. Attitudes about disability 3. Retrieved August 12, 2012 from 2. Discipline of Rehabilitation counseling 3. Retrieved August 12, 2012 from 3. Executive Summary 3. Retrieved August 12, 2012 from Kaplan 3, D. (n.d.). Disability as a social problem. Retrieved August 12, 2012 from 5. McGowan 1,4, J.F.; & Porter, T.L. (1976). An introduction to the vocational rehabilitation process (rev. ed.). Washington, D.C.: US Government Printing Office. ISBN Omotosho 4, J.A. (2010). Class notes on CED 209 (Introduction to Rehabilitation Counseling). Ilorin: Department of Counselor Education, University of Ilorin. 7. Omotosho 4, J.A. (2010). Class notes on CED 307 (Rehabilitation Counselling). Ilorin: Department of Counselor Education, University of Ilorin. 8. Parker 4, R.M.; Szymansk;, E.M.; & Patterson, J.B. (Eds.). (2005). Rehabilitation Counseling: Basics and 9. Problems of persons with disability 3. Retrieved August 12, 2012 from Problems of Rehabilitation counseling 3. Retrieved August 12, 2012 from Rehabilitation counseling 3. Retrieved August 12, 2012 from Rehabilitation Counselor 3. Retrieved August 12, 2012 from. 22

23 13. Rehabilitation process 3. Retrieved August 12, 2012 from Rubin 1,4, S.E.; Roessler, R.T. (1978). Foundations of the rehabilitation process. Baltimore: University Park Press. ISBN Wright 4,5, G.N.; & Butler, A.J.(1968). Rehabilitation counselor functions: Annotated references. Madison, W.I.: University of Wisconsin. 16. Zunker 1,4, V.G. (2006). Career counseling: A holistic approach. Belmont, C.A.: Thomson Brooks/Cole. ISBN LEGEND: 1 Available in the University Library 2 Available in Local Bookshops 3 Available on the web 4 Personal Collections 5 Available at Departmental Library Week 15: Examination 23