FM 6-22 appendix B Flashcards
What is counseling?
Counseling is the process used by leaders to review with a subordinate the subordinate’s demonstrated performance and potential.
What does FM 6-22 Appendix B covers?
Counseling
What are the characteristics of effective counseling?
Purpose Flexibility Respect Communication Support
What are the three approaches to counseling?
Directive
Non-Directive
Combined
Explain the advantages and disadvantages of directive counseling.
Advantages–
Quickest method
Good for people who need direction
Leader uses experience
Disadvantages-- Soldier isn't part of solution Treats symptoms, not problems Soldier cannot talk freely Solution is leader's, not Soldiers
Explain the advantages and disadvantages of non-directive counseling.
Advantages–
Encourages maturity
Encourages 2 way communication
Develops personal responsibility
Disadvantages–
More time consuming
Requires greatest counselor skill
Explain the advantages and disadvantages of Combined counseling.
Advantages-- Moderately quick Encourages maturity Encourages open communication Counselor can use experience
Disadvantages–
May take too long
What are the three major categories of developmental counseling?
Performance
Professional Growth
Event-Oriented
What are some examples of event counseling?
Promotion counseling R & I counseling Separation counseling Superior/Substandard performance Crisis counseling Referral counseling
What areas would you cover in a reception and integration counseling?
Chain of command Unit / leader standards Safety NCO Support Channel On/Off Duty conduct Unit history Boards / Promotion Leaves / Passes Off Limits Areas Recreational / Educational info
What are the four stages of the counseling process?
- Identify the need for counseling.
- Prepare the counseling.
- Conduct the counseling.
- Conduct a follow-up.
What are the steps required to prepare for a counseling session?
- Select a suitable place.
- Schedule the time.
- Notify the subordinate well in advance.
- Organize information.
- Outline the counseling session components.
- Plan the counseling strategy.
- Establish the right atmosphere.
How many human needs are there and which are they?
4
Physical, social, security, higher
What is tact?
A keen sense of what to do or say in order to maintain good relations with others and to avoid offense.
What is the objective of counseling?
For a leader to help a subordinate.