Introduction to Neuro-Linguistic Programming - Ten week course

PSY10A4579B

Course Description

This course provides an introduction to NLP in a dynamic and interactive way and gives an insight to its many uses. You will discover the origins of NLP, who uses it and how it works. You will understand how NLP can help you think differently, communicate more effectively, and boost your self-confidence.

Who is this course for?

The course is open to all with no prior knowledge assumed.

Learning and Teaching

Topic 1

• Introductions and module outlines
• What is NLP?
• Where did it originate?

Topic 2

• How does it work?
• Who uses NLP?

Topic 3

• Rapport building – matching & mirroring

Topic 4

• Sensory acuity

Topic 5

• Well formed outcomes

Topic 6

• Applying NLP to everyday situations

Some topics will take longer than one week to cover. Teaching is flexible and will be responsive to the class discussion and relate to the academic process.

Coursework and Assessment

To award credits we need to have evidence of the knowledge and skills you have gained or improved. Some of this has to be in a form that can be shown to external examiners so that we can be absolutely sure that standards are met across all courses and subjects.

The assessment for this course is: Learning Journal; short presentation

The most important element of assessment is that it should enhance your learning. Our methods are designed to increase your confidence and we try very hard to devise ways of assessing you that are enjoyable and suitable for adults with busy lives.

Reading suggestions

O’Connor, J. (2001) NLP Workbook
Ready, R., Burton, K. (2004) Neuro-Linguistic Programming for Dummies
Goleman, D. (1998) Working with Emotional Intelligence
de Bono, E (1999) Six Thinking Hats

Library and Computing Facilities

As a student on this course you are entitled to join and use the University library and computing facilities. You can find out more about these facilities on our website www.cardiff.ac.uk/learn under Student Information, or by ringing the Centre on (029) 2087 0000.

Accessibility of Courses

Our aim is access for all. We aim to provide a confidential advice and support service for any student with a long term medical condition, disability or specific learning difficulty. We are able to offer one-to-one advice about disability, pre-enrolment visits, liaison with tutors and co-ordinating lecturers, material in alternative formats, arrangements for accessible courses, assessment arrangements, loan equipment and Dyslexia screening. Please contact the Centre on (029) 2087 0000 for an information leaflet.

Further Information

A range of further information can be found on our web site www.cf.ac.uk/learn or in Choices. This includes the times and dates of courses and an explanation of accreditation and credit levels.