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FINAL PLACEMENT REPORT
Bachelor of Counselling
This report is to be completed by the placement supervisor within the last 2 weeks of the placement and submitted
within 1 week after completion of placement. Please meet with the student to go through your comments with them.
STUDENT DETAILS
ACAP student ID number:
Title:
Family Name:
Given Name(s):
SUPERVISOR DETAILS
Title:
Family Name:
Organisation Name:
Given Name(s):
FINAL PLACEMENT REPORT (Part A – Competencies)
Complete this section by typing ‘X’ in the following boxes along side corresponding competencies that you observed from the
student during their placement. Space is provided at the bottom of the table to record further competencies that are not
listed. Mark only those that are applicable.
1=Not Satisfactory 2=Satisfactory 3=Good 4=Very Good 5=Excellent
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Applies a range of basic counselling micro-skills; attending, active listening,
reflective listening, paraphrasing, questioning and summarising
Demonstrates ability to self-reflect and identify strengths and weaknesses
Applies a range of counselling models
Accurately and clearly records case notes
Understands and applies the principles of confidentiality
Demonstrates clear professional boundaries
Understands ethical aspects of practice including the PACFA Code of Ethics and
the organisation’s Code of Conduct
Maintains a client-centred focus
Works confidently and challenges appropriately while maintaining respect for
client views
Demonstrates a non-judgemental approach when working with clients
Establishes an appropriate and effective therapeutic relationships with clients
Identifies personal strengths
Able to accept and integrate feedback
Uses supervision time effectively
Tries out new behaviours and skills
Works collaboratively with client and supervisor to develop an intervention plan
Applies the Agency’s preferred counselling models as required
Implements appropriate counselling models to meet client needs
Adapts and changes counselling models as required
Forms effective working relationships with colleagues
Demonstrates effective teamwork
Can work independently
Shows awareness of his or her current level of skill
Sydney Campus
(NSW, ACT and offshore)
T 02 9964 6300
studentplacementsyd@acap.edu.au
Brisbane Campus
(QLD and NT)
T 07 3234 4416
studentplacementbris@acap.edu.au
Melbourne Campus
(VIC)
T 03 8613 0600
studentplacementmelb@acap.edu.au
Adelaide Campus
(SA, TAS and WA)
T 08 81104018
studentplacementadel@acap.edu.au
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 Shows initiative
 Demonstrates conflict resolution skills
 Effectively relates to a wide range of people
 Demonstrates ability to work under pressure
 Communicates effectively and clearly by telephone
Please list other competencies observed:
Sydney Campus
(NSW, ACT and offshore)
T 02 9964 6300
studentplacementsyd@acap.edu.au
Brisbane Campus
(QLD and NT)
T 07 3234 4416
studentplacementbris@acap.edu.au
Melbourne Campus
(VIC)
T 03 8613 0600
studentplacementmelb@acap.edu.au
Adelaide Campus
(SA, TAS and WA)
T 08 81104018
studentplacementadel@acap.edu.au
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FINAL PLACEMENT REPORT (Part B – Written Report)
Rating
1=Not Satisfactory 2=Satisfactory 3=Good 4=Very Good 5=Excellent
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Please tick one box to rate the student then provide a brief comment on the student in relation to the outcomes of
placement:
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Effectively presents and reflects on counselling practice
Comment:
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Demonstrates skilled intervention planning and applies counselling models to
meet client needs
Comment:
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Demonstrates the ability to apply supervisor feedback to improve practice
Comment:
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Demonstrates ethical thinking and decision-making skills
Comment
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Demonstrates respect for the rights and autonomy of clients
Comment:
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Applies theoretical knowledge and counselling skills to practice with
clients
Comment:
Sydney Campus
(NSW, ACT and offshore)
T 02 9964 6300
studentplacementsyd@acap.edu.au
Brisbane Campus
(QLD and NT)
T 07 3234 4416
studentplacementbris@acap.edu.au
Melbourne Campus
(VIC)
T 03 8613 0600
studentplacementmelb@acap.edu.au
Adelaide Campus
(SA, TAS and WA)
T 08 81104018
studentplacementadel@acap.edu.au
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Able to describe the influence of organisational, social and
cultural contexts on counselling practice
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Comment:
8. Able to reflect on counselling efficacy
and prepare for future clinical practice
Comment:
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Overall rating, and advice regarding areas for further development:
Final comment:
STUDENT PLACEMENT RESULT:
Please note that the placement result listed below is the final result of the placement regardless of ratings provided on page 1 and 2 of this document.
Overall placement result:
Satisfactory
Not satisfactory
The total number of placement hours shown on the Experience Log includes
_______ of placement in total.
Result withheld
hours of counselling and
*Counselling for the purposes of placement is direct, face-to-face counselling sessions. Group work, and co-therapy
or co facilitation of a therapy group will be counted as counselling work as long as the student takes a lead role and
is not observing the group or assisting the group. Case management, pastoral care, mentoring, counselling research,
telephone crisis counselling and informal work with individuals, children and families would not be considered
clinical counselling work.
Supervisor Signature
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SIGN HERE
Date
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Date Received
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If you have questions about this please contact the Placement Department (your student has the contact details).
Sydney Campus
(NSW, ACT and offshore)
T 02 9964 6300
studentplacementsyd@acap.edu.au
Brisbane Campus
(QLD and NT)
T 07 3234 4416
studentplacementbris@acap.edu.au
Melbourne Campus
(VIC)
T 03 8613 0600
studentplacementmelb@acap.edu.au
Adelaide Campus
(SA, TAS and WA)
T 08 81104018
studentplacementadel@acap.edu.au