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Grade 12 Humss Values Diass F Week 3
Grade 12 Humss Values Diass F Week 3
First Quarter
THIRD WEEK
I. OBJECTIVES
A. Content Standard
The learners demonstrate an understanding of professionals and practitioners in counseling.
B. Performance Standard
The learners should be able to adequately document and critique the roles, functions, and
competencies of counselors.
C. Learning Competencies/Objectives
2.1 Discuss the roles and functions of counselors.
2.2 Identify specific work areas in which counselors’ work.
2.3 Value rights, responsibilities, and accountabilities of counselors.
2.4 Distinguish between ethical and unethical behaviors among counselors.
II. CONTENT
Topic: Professionals and Practitioners in Counseling
A. Reference: Disciplines and Ideas in the Applied Social Sciences (For Senior High
School), Mutya Publishing House Inc. (pp. 21-40)
IV. PROCEDURES
1. Family Relative 1:
(Principle of counseling):
2. Family Relative 2:
(Principle of counseling):
In this part of the lesson, you will be informed about the competencies, roles, and functions
of Counselors, and the specific areas/fields where they practice their profession.
Process Questions:
After knowing the roles, functions, competencies and the areas of specialization where
counselors are working, and perhaps you have seen or encountered some of these in our
school and community, let these ideas sink into your consciousness, reflect and answer the
following guide questions. (10 points)
Counseling is a relationship that involves a moral responsibility for both the counselor
and the client. In line with these, guidelines are needed so each one knows the extent and limits
of this therapeutic relationship. The counselor should always remember that he/she has an
ethical obligation to the client and to the society in general.
a. Respect for Autonomy. This refers to the freedom of clients to choose their own
direction. Respecting that the client has the ability to make choices free from constraints.
b. Non-maleficence. Means “to do no harm.” Referring to the techniques used by the
counselor. It is the responsibility of the counselor to avoid utilizing interventions that
could potentially harm the client.
c. Beneficence. The responsibility of the counselor to do good and to contribute to the
welfare of the client.
d. Justice. Means to act in a fair manner. It is expected that counselors will act in a non-
discriminatory manner to individuals and groups.
e. Fidelity. Deals with the trusting relationship that should exist between the counselor
and the client.
Being aware of the good and bad practices in counseling is essential for both the
counselor and the client. Carelessness in this regard can lead to a serious consequence.
Process Question:
1. What measures the goodness of a counselor’s action? Knowing that counseling is a
helping relationship, give 3 things that will put that relationship in bad shape and explain
your answer. (10 points)
1. Counselor X is discussing to his class the case of his/her client without filtering the
client’s name and other essential matters.
2. The Counselor called the attention of the mother of a grade 5 learner before starting
a counseling session.
3. There is no wrong in touching the client during the counseling session.
4. In all cases, the counselor could use any techniques regardless if it could harm the
client.
5. Respect for autonomy means respecting the freedom of choice of the client.
6. Counselors can break the confidentiality of one’s case in some circumstances.
7. To be emotionally attached and build a romantic relationship with the client is not
allowed in the profession of a counselor.
8. The welfare of the counselor is the priority in the counseling sessions.
9. Counselors must inform the clients about their rights before entering the counseling
program.
10. The counselor does not seek help from the other competent counselors even
though he/she is not capable of handling the case.
(Activity 5) Wrapping Up
We started the lesson with the mental health status of your family and ending it with the
ethical principles of counseling. To wrap this lesson, what are your thoughts, now, about this
statement? Explain your answer in 5 sentences. (5 points)
I. Evaluating learning
Assignment
Try to remember your earlier years at Pampanga High School, what were your previous
ideas about the roles and functions of your School guidance counselor/s that were clarified after
learning this lesson?