Higher Diploma in Psychological Counselling

Overview

This program is designed to provide comprehensive knowledge integrated with practical experience, equipping students with the essential techniques and skills to become experts in Psychological Counselling. Additionally, it serves as a robust foundation for those wishing to pursue a Bachelor’s Degree in the field.

Highlights

• Introduction to psychology and counselling
• Developmental and cognitive psychology
• Principles and theories of counselling
• Abnormal and clinical psychology
• Personality and social psychology
• Psychological testing and measurement
• Cross-cultural psychology
• Professional practice and ethics
• Industrial training
• Research project
• Pathway to further degree studies

Entry Requirements

Entry Qualifications: Diploma - G.C.E.(A/L) 3 Passes in one sitting OR - NVQ Level 4 Qualification in the relevant field with 6 Passes in G.C.E (O/L) OR - Accepted Certificate Level Qualification in the relevant field with G.C.E. (A/L) 2 Passes OR - Foundation Program with 6 Passes in G.C.E (O/L) Entry Qualifications: Higher Diploma - NVQ Level 5 Qualification - Diploma in relevant field from a recognized institution - Any other professional qualification in relevant field

Career Outcomes

Counselling Assistant Psychology Support Assistant Community Support Worker Mental Health Support Assistant Social Services Assistant Student Support Assistant Rehabilitation Support Worker Youth Support Worker Research Assistant Community Development Assistant