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SOAP Foundations Blueprint

Guide K-12 school counselors through the structure and purpose of SOAP notes, then practice writing accurate Subjective, Objective, Assessment, and Plan entries using real-world scenarios to boost documentation confidence.

Consistent, clear SOAP notes improve client care, ensure continuity, and meet professional and legal standards, empowering counselors to document effectively.

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10 minutes

Step 1

Welcome & Objectives

5 minutes

Step 2

Overview of SOAP Structure

10 minutes

Step 3

Deep Dive: Subjective & Objective

10 minutes

Step 4

Deep Dive: Assessment & Plan

10 minutes

Step 5

Group Practice Activity

15 minutes

Step 6

Debrief & Reflection

10 minutes

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What’s in a SOAP?

Workshop Objectives

What Is a SOAP Note?

Why SOAP Notes Matter

Subjective (S)

Objective (O)

Assessment (A)

Plan (P)

Examples: Subjective & Objective

Examples: Assessment & Plan

Complete SOAP Note Example

Group Practice Activity

Debrief & Reflection

Next Steps & Resources

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What’s in a SOAP?

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