What is the most significant information you learned about the skills required to be an effective counselor? Were there any skills that surprised you as you worked through the course?

You have been practicing counseling skills either on a volunteer or   on yourself throughout this course. This paper is an opportunity   to reflect on everything you learned. It is also an opportunity   to examine yourself as a potential counselor. You may write in   the first-person perspective in this assignment.

Write a 500-750-word paper addressing the following:

1. What is the most significant information you learned about the     skills required to be an effective counselor? Were there any skills     that surprised you as you worked through the course?
2. What are your strengths as a potential counselor? These     could be attending or communication skills, attitudes or behaviors     that will be an asset in the counseling role.
3. What skills     do you think will be most difficult for you? What might be your     handicaps as a counselor?
4. What are some specific actions     you will take to prepare yourself for your future practicum   experience?
5. Explain the role of consultant-counselor.     Do you see yourself acting in this role? Why or why not?

Prepare this assignment according to the guidelines found in the APA   Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center. An abstract is not required.

This assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to   beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for   successful completion.

You are required to submit this assignment to Turnitin. Please refer   to the directions in the Student Success Center.

This assignment meets the following CACREP Standard: 2.F.5.c.     Theories, models, and strategies for understanding and practicing consultation.