Training activity information
Details
Recognise and reflect on the adaptation process individuals and families go through as they adjust to their genetic situation in one of more cases
Type
Developmental training activity (DTA)
Evidence requirements
Evidence the activity has been undertaken by the trainee​.
Reflection on the activity at one or more time points after the event including learning from the activity and/or areas of the trainees practice for development.
An action plan to implement learning and/or to address skills or knowledge gaps identified.
Considerations
- Active listening skills to elicit this information
- Ability to establish a good rapport with individual/family
- Models of grief and loss
- Support mechanisms
- Family communication
- Different responses, such as guilt and shame
Relevant learning outcomes
| # | Outcome |
|---|---|
| # 1 |
Outcome
Apply counselling skills within genetic and genomic counselling consultations. |
| # 5 |
Outcome
Use counselling supervision and reflection to appraise practice and develop counselling skills. |