An understanding of disability from a broad range of perspectives is central to rehabilitation counselling practice.
Critically discuss this statement, comparing and contrasting two models (biomedical model and social mode of disability) of disability and their relevance to rehabilitation counselling practice. Use the marking criteria below as a guide for your approach to this discussion.
Length: 1500 words – electronic word count from beginning of introduction to end of conclusion including quotes and in text references. Reference list and appendices not included in word count.
Criteria & Marking:
1. Student clearly outlines 2 competing disability models, demonstrating a good understanding of the core elements of each model and the implications for how disability is viewed. (20 marks)
2. Student demonstrates capacity to integrate and critically evaluate competing philosophies of disablement and sources into the discussion. (30 marks)
3. Student effectively links disability theory to rehabilitation counselling skills, knowledge, roles and practice, supporting arguments with both academic and industry sources. (30 marks)
4. Student presents a logical and persuasive argument, demonstrating an aptitude for analytical and critical thinking, leading to well supported conclusions. (10 marks)
5. Essay is clearly written, well communicated and demonstrates highly developed written skills (e.g., appropriate form and structure, correct grammar and spelling, and consistent citations and referencing, according to APA style guidelines:
https://www.griffith.edu.au/library/workshops-training/self-help-resources.) (10 marks)
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