Using a sensitive, real-world approach, this program assists teachers in understanding the process of counseling in high schools. It begins with a definition of counseling and goes on to explain the counseling process followed by a look at the variety of skills a counselor needs in order to work effectively with a young person. The program is also designed to assist teachers in understanding the process of adolescence itself and the developmental tasks that a young person will inevitably need to negotiate his or her high school years. Issues related to suicide prevention and mental health are discussed. Produced and set in Australia.

Encoded with permission for digital streaming by Infobase on June 03, 2009. Learn360 is distributed by Infobase for Films for the Humanities & Sciences, Cambridge Educational, Meridian Education, and Shopware.

Understanding Adolescent Development (3:48) -- Stages of Adolescent Development (2:36) -- Basic Counseling Skills for Teachers (5:05) -- Counseling Process for Teachers (2:09) -- Counseling Guidelines (3:54) -- Teacher Counselors: When to Refer Students to Others (5:14) -- Suicide Awareness and Prevention (2:46) -- Proactive Strategies to Prevent Suicide (3:26).