Counseling  ·  Level 6
Addiction Counselling
Chapter 5: Terminate addiction counselling
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Chapter Practical Activities

Practical 1: Conduct Final Addiction Counselling Session

Counseling · Level 6
Addiction Counselling
PRACTICAL ASSESSMENT
TIME: 4 HOURS
⬇ PDFCandidate Instructions (Candidate Tool)

Type: Individual

INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATE:
1.  You are required to perform the following task:
i.  Conduct a 45-minute final addiction counselling session summarizing client progress and terminating counselling according to standards.
2.  You have been provided with the following resources for the practical task:
Tools & EquipmentMaterials
PensAccess to drinking water with cups
Writing pads
Soft tissues
Referral form
Consent form
Client intake form
⬇ PDFResources Required (Cutting List)
S/NItemQuantity
1Soft tissues1 box per Candidate
2Identical Chairs2 per Candidate
3Small sized table1 per Candidate
4Working wall clock1 per counselling room
5Small waste bin1 per Candidate
6Access to drinking water with cups1 dispenser and 3 cups per counselling room
7Client intake form1 per Candidate
8Consent form1 per Candidate
9Referral form1 per Candidate
10Pens1 per Candidate
11Writing pads1 per Candidate
12Client (role-player)1 per Candidate
⬇ PDFAssessor Guide
Items to be EvaluatedMarks AvailableMarks ObtainedComments
TASK 1: Prepare and Orient Client
Wore appropriate counselling attire and followed PPE guidelines
(Award 1 mark if PPE and professional appearance observed, 0 if not)
1
Greeted the client appropriately and invited to sit
(Award 1 mark if client greeted and offered choice of seating, 0 if not)
1
Invited client to self-introduce and portrayed appropriate body language
(Award 1 mark if client invited to introduce self and counsellor used open posture and eye contact, 0 if not)
1
Sub-Total3
TASK 2: Conduct Final Counselling Session
Reviewed client progress and summarized key counselling outcomes
(Award 2 marks if clear, concise summary of client progress given, 0 if inadequate)
2
Used appropriate closure techniques including checking client readiness to terminate
(Award 2 marks if closure techniques used effectively, 0 if not)
2
Addressed any client concerns or emotional responses during termination
(Award 2 marks if client concerns addressed empathetically, 0 if ignored)
2
Discussed follow-up plans including referrals or future appointments if needed
(Award 2 marks if referral or follow-up booked appropriately, 0 if not)
2
Sub-Total8
TASK 3: Documentation and Referral
Completed and signed final session counselling forms including referral if applicable
(Award 2 marks if forms correctly filled and signed, 0 if incomplete)
2
Ensured confidentiality and properly stored client records
(Award 1 mark if confidentiality maintained and records secured, 0 if not)
1
Sub-Total3
PRODUCT CHECKLIST
Final counselling session conducted within 40-50 minutes as per standards
(Award 1 mark if session length appropriate, 0 if too short or excessively long)
1
Summary of client progress is accurate and comprehensive
(Award 2 marks if summary covers key progress areas, 0 if incomplete)
2
Referral form correctly filled and client given clear instructions
(Award 2 marks if referral form complete and instructions clear, 0 if missing or unclear)
2
Counselling termination conducted with clear closure and next steps outlined
(Award 2 marks if termination is gradual and client is prepared, 0 if abrupt or unclear)
2
Sub-Total7
GRAND TOTAL21
ASSESSMENT OUTCOME:   ☐ Competent    ☐ Not Yet Competent (competent if at least 50%)

Practical 2: Develop a relapse prevention plan for a client terminating addiction counselling

Counseling · Level 6
Addiction Counselling
PRACTICAL ASSESSMENT
TIME: 4 HOURS
⬇ PDFCandidate Instructions (Candidate Tool)

Type: Individual

INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATE:
1.  You are required to perform the following task:
i.  Develop and explain a detailed relapse prevention plan document tailored to a client, approximately 4 pages long, covering triggers, coping strategies, support systems, and follow-up schedule.
2.  You have been provided with the following resources for the practical task:
Tools & EquipmentMaterials
PensClient intake form
Writing padConsent form
Small tableRelapse prevention plan template form
Wall clockSoft tissues
Access to drinking water with disposable cups
⬇ PDFResources Required (Cutting List)
S/NItemQuantity
1Client intake form1 Pc per Candidate
2Consent form1 Pc per Candidate
3Relapse prevention plan template form1 Pc per Candidate
4Pens1 Pc per Candidate
5Writing pad1 Pc per Candidate
6Counselling room with three identical chairs1 Set per Candidate
7Small table1 Pc per Candidate
8Wall clock1 Pc in counselling room
9Waste bin1 Pc per Candidate
10Access to drinking water with disposable cups1 Dispenser per counselling room with 3 cups
11Soft tissues1 Box per Candidate
12Client (role player)1 Pc per Candidate
⬇ PDFAssessor Guide
Items to be EvaluatedMarks AvailableMarks ObtainedComments
TASK 1: Prepare client for relapse prevention planning
Greeted client appropriately and oriented to session purpose
(Award 1 mark if greeting and orientation done properly, else 0)
1
Demonstrated appropriate body language and tone of voice
(Award 1 mark if body language and tone appropriate, else 0)
1
Ensured client comfort by allowing choice of seating
(Award 1 mark if client allowed to choose seat, else 0)
1
Sub-Total3
TASK 2: Identify client-specific relapse triggers and coping strategies
Asked open-ended questions to identify at least 3 personal relapse triggers
(Award 2 marks if at least 3 triggers identified, else 0)
2
Explored at least 3 effective coping strategies relevant to client
(Award 2 marks if at least 3 coping strategies discussed, else 0)
2
Involved client actively in developing the prevention plan
(Award 1 mark if client involvement evident, else 0)
1
Used counselling skills: active listening, paraphrasing, summarizing
(Award 2 marks if all 3 skills used appropriately, else partial or 0)
2
Applied relevant counselling theories such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy or Motivational Interviewing
(Award 2 marks if at least one theory applied properly, else 0)
2
Sub-Total9
TASK 3: Develop relapse prevention plan document
Completed relapse prevention plan template accurately with all sections filled
(Award 3 marks if all sections correctly completed, else partial marks)
3
Included clear follow-up schedule with dates and contact information
(Award 2 marks if follow-up schedule detailed and realistic, else 0)
2
Identified support systems including family, groups, and professionals
(Award 2 marks if at least 3 support systems identified, else 0)
2
Discussed emergency relapse response plan with client
(Award 2 marks if emergency plan discussed and documented, else 0)
2
Sub-Total9
TASK 4: Explain and review relapse prevention plan with client
Explained plan contents clearly using simple language
(Award 2 marks if explanation clear and client understands, else 0)
2
Addressed client's questions and concerns effectively
(Award 2 marks if client questions answered satisfactorily, else 0)
2
Encouraged client to commit to the plan and next steps
(Award 1 mark if client commitment evident, else 0)
1
Sub-Total5
PRODUCT CHECKLIST
Relapse prevention plan document covers triggers, coping strategies, support systems, emergency plan, and follow-up schedule
(Award 5 marks if all elements present and detailed, else partial marks)
5
Plan is clearly structured, legible, and free from significant errors
(Award 3 marks if plan well organized and readable, else partial marks)
3
Sub-Total8
GRAND TOTAL34
ASSESSMENT OUTCOME:   ☐ Competent    ☐ Not Yet Competent (competent if at least 50%)
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