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 Semester 1 Syllabus
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 Paper 1: Basic Counselling Skills
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 Objectives:
 

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 Understand the core principles of counselling.
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 Develop basic counselling skills.
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 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Learn ethical considerations in counselling.
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</ul>

 
 Topics:
 

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 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Introduction to Counselling
 <ul>
 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Definition, goals, and scope of counselling
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 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Types of counselling
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 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Qualities of an effective counsellor
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 </ul>
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 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Basic Counselling Skills
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 Attending behavior
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 Active listening
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 Empathy
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 Questioning techniques
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 Reflection of feelings
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 Summarization
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 </ul>
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 The Counselling Process
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 Establishing rapport
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 Exploring the client's concerns
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 Setting goals
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 Developing action plans
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 Termination
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 Ethical Considerations in Counselling
 <ul>
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 Confidentiality
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 Informed consent
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 Boundaries
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 Dual relationships
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 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Ethical dilemmas
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 </ul>
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 Paper 2: Psychology for Counselling
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 Objectives:
 

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 Understand the basic psychological principles relevant to counselling.
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 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Learn about human development across the lifespan.
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 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Understand the impact of culture on mental health.
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</ul>

 
 Topics:
 

<ol>
 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Introduction to Psychology
 <ul>
 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Definition, goals, and scope of psychology
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 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Major perspectives in psychology
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 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Research methods in psychology
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 </ul>
 </li>
 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Human Development
 <ul>
 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Physical, cognitive, and socioemotional development across the lifespan
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 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Theories of development (e.g., Piaget, Erikson, Kohlberg)
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 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Factors influencing development
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 </ul>
 </li>
 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Personality
 <ul>
 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Definition and theories of personality (e.g., Freud, Jung, Rogers)
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 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Personality assessment
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 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Factors influencing personality development
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 </ul>
 </li>
 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Social Psychology
 <ul>
 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Attitudes
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 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Social perception
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 Conformity
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 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Obedience
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 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Group dynamics
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 </ul>
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 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Cultural Psychology
 <ul>
 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 The impact of culture on mental health
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 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Cultural competence in counselling
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 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Cultural sensitivity
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 </ul>
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 Paper 3: Mental Health and Well-being
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 Objectives:
 

<ul>
 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Understand the concept of mental health and well-being.
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 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Learn about common mental health disorders.
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 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Develop strategies for promoting mental health and well-being.
 </li>
</ul>

 
 Topics:
 

<ol>
 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Introduction to Mental Health and Well-being
 <ul>
 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Definition of mental health and well-being
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 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Factors influencing mental health and well-being
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 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 The mental health continuum
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 </ul>
 </li>
 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Common Mental Health Disorders
 <ul>
 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Anxiety disorders
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 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Mood disorders
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 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Schizophrenia
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 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Personality disorders
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 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Substance use disorders
 </li>
 </ul>
 </li>
 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Stress Management
 <ul>
 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 The nature of stress
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 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Sources of stress
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 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Coping strategies
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 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Stress management techniques
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 </ul>
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 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Promoting Mental Health and Well-being
 <ul>
 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Self-care
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 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Mindfulness
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 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Positive psychology
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 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Social support
 </li>
 </ul>
 </li>
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 Paper 4: Practicum I
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 Objectives:
 

<ul>
 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Apply basic counselling skills in a supervised setting.
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 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Develop self-awareness as a counsellor.
 </li>
 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Learn to document counselling sessions.
 </li>
</ul>

 
 Activities:
 

<ul>
 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Supervised counselling sessions
 </li>
 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Case presentations
 </li>
 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Process recordings
 </li>
 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Self-reflection
 </li>
</ul>

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 Semester 2 Syllabus
</h1>
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 Paper 5: Advanced Counselling Skills
</h2>

 
 Objectives:
 

<ul>
 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Develop advanced counselling skills.
 </li>
 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Learn about different counselling approaches.
 </li>
 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Understand the role of assessment in counselling.
 </li>
</ul>

 
 Topics:
 

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 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Advanced Counselling Skills
 <ul>
 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Challenging
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 Interpretation
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 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Confrontation
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 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Immediacy
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 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Self-disclosure
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 </ul>
 </li>
 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Counselling Approaches
 <ul>
 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Psychodynamic therapy
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 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Cognitive-behavioral therapy
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 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Humanistic therapy
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 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Family therapy
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 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Group therapy
 </li>
 </ul>
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 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Assessment in Counselling
 <ul>
 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Purpose of assessment
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 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Types of assessment
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 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Ethical considerations in assessment
 </li>
 </ul>
 </li>
 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Crisis Intervention
 <ul>
 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Definition of crisis
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 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Types of crises
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 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Crisis intervention strategies
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 </ul>
 </li>
</ol>
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 Paper 6: Special Populations
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 Objectives:
 

<ul>
 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Understand the unique needs of special populations.
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 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Learn about culturally sensitive counselling practices.
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 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Develop skills for working with diverse clients.
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</ul>

 
 Topics:
 

<ol>
 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Children and Adolescents
 <ul>
 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Developmental issues
 </li>
 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Common mental health problems
 </li>
 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Counselling strategies
 </li>
 </ul>
 </li>
 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Adults
 <ul>
 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Career issues
 </li>
 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Relationship problems
 </li>
 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Stress management
 </li>
 </ul>
 </li>
 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Older Adults
 <ul>
 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Age-related issues
 </li>
 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Mental health problems
 </li>
 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Counselling strategies
 </li>
 </ul>
 </li>
 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Individuals with Disabilities
 <ul>
 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Types of disabilities
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 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Mental health issues
 </li>
 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Counselling strategies
 </li>
 </ul>
 </li>
 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 LGBTQ+ Individuals
 <ul>
 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Identity development
 </li>
 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Discrimination
 </li>
 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Counselling strategies
 </li>
 </ul>
 </li>
</ol>
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 Paper 7: Research Methods in Psychology
</h2>

 
 Objectives:
 

<ul>
 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Understand the basic principles of research.
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 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Learn about different research methods.
 </li>
 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Develop skills for evaluating research.
 </li>
</ul>

 
 Topics:
 

<ol>
 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Introduction to Research
 <ul>
 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Definition, goals, and scope of research
 </li>
 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Types of research
 </li>
 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Ethical considerations in research
 </li>
 </ul>
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 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Research Methods
 <ul>
 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Experimental research
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 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Correlational research
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 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Survey research
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 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Qualitative research
 </li>
 </ul>
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 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Data Analysis
 <ul>
 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Descriptive statistics
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 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Inferential statistics
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 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Interpreting research findings
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 </ul>
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 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Writing a Research Report
 <ul>
 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Structure of a research report
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 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 APA style
 </li>
 </ul>
 </li>
</ol>
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 Paper 8: Practicum II
</h2>

 
 Objectives:
 

<ul>
 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Apply advanced counselling skills in a supervised setting.
 </li>
 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Develop a professional identity as a counsellor.
 </li>
 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Learn to manage ethical dilemmas.
 </li>
</ul>

 
 Activities:
 

<ul>
 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Supervised counselling sessions
 </li>
 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Case presentations
 </li>
 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Process recordings
 </li>
 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Self-reflection
 </li>
 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 Ethical case discussions
 </li>
</ul>

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Choosing between an Advanced Diploma in Counselling Psychology and a Master's in Psychology depends on your career goals and educational aspirations. Both offer pathways into the field of psychology, but they differ significantly in scope, depth, and career outcomes.


 
 Advanced Diploma in Counselling Psychology (Self Finance):
 

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 Focus:
 
 Primarily focuses on practical counselling skills and techniques. It's designed to equip individuals with the necessary tools to provide counselling services in various settings.
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 Duration:
 
 Typically shorter, often ranging from one to two years.
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 Curriculum:
 
 Emphasizes applied psychology, counselling theories, ethics, and practical training through internships or supervised practice.
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 Career Outcomes:
 
 Graduates can work as counsellors in schools, NGOs, community centers, or private practices. They may also find roles in human resources or social work.
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 Cost:
 
 Generally more affordable than a Master's degree.
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</ul>

 
 Master's in Psychology:
 

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 Focus:
 
 Provides a broader and more in-depth understanding of psychological theories, research methodologies, and various sub-fields within psychology.
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 Duration:
 
 Usually a two-year program.
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 Curriculum:
 
 Includes advanced coursework in areas such as cognitive psychology, developmental psychology, social psychology, research methods, and statistics. Often requires a thesis or research project.
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 Career Outcomes:
 
 Opens doors to a wider range of career options, including research, academia, clinical psychology (with further specialization), organizational psychology, and consulting. Graduates may also pursue doctoral studies.
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 Cost:
 
 Generally more expensive than an Advanced Diploma.
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</ul>

 
 Here's a comparison table:
 

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 Feature
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 Advanced Diploma in Counselling Psychology
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 Master's in Psychology
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 </tr>
 </thead>
 <tbody>
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 <td>
 
 Focus
 
 </td>
 <td>
 Practical Counselling Skills
 </td>
 <td>
 Theoretical &amp; Research
 </td>
 </tr>
 <tr>
 <td>
 
 Duration
 
 </td>
 <td>
 1-2 Years
 </td>
 <td>
 2 Years
 </td>
 </tr>
 <tr>
 <td>
 
 Career Path
 
 </td>
 <td>
 Counselling, Social Work
 </td>
 <td>
 Research, Academia, Clinical Psychology
 </td>
 </tr>
 <tr>
 <td>
 
 Further Education
 
 </td>
 <td>
 Limited
 </td>
 <td>
 Doctoral Studies
 </td>
 </tr>
 </tbody>
</table>

 
 Which Should You Choose?
 

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 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 
 Choose the Advanced Diploma if:
 
 You are primarily interested in a hands-on career in counselling and want to enter the workforce quickly.
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 Choose the Master's if:
 
 You desire a deeper understanding of psychology, want to pursue research or academic careers, or aspire to become a licensed clinical psychologist (which typically requires a doctoral degree).
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</ul>

 For Indian students, consider the specific requirements for licensure and practice in India when making your decision. Research the accreditation and recognition of the programs you are considering to ensure they align with your career goals.

Advanced Diploma in Counselling Psychology vs. Master's in Psychology: Which is Right for You?

For Indian students considering a career in psychology, the choice between an Advanced Diploma in Counselling Psychology and a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Psychology is a crucial one. Each offers a distinct pathway with varying levels of depth, career prospects, and further educational opportunities.


 
 Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Psychology:
 

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 Focus:
 
 Provides a broad foundation in the core principles of psychology, covering various sub-fields such as cognitive, developmental, social, and abnormal psychology.
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 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 
 Duration:
 
 Typically a three-year undergraduate program.
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 Curriculum:
 
 Includes introductory courses in psychology, research methods, statistics, and related social sciences. It emphasizes theoretical knowledge and critical thinking skills.
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 Career Outcomes:
 
 Graduates can pursue entry-level positions in fields such as human resources, marketing, social work, or education. However, a BA in Psychology often serves as a stepping stone to further education.
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 Further Education:
 
 A BA in Psychology is a prerequisite for pursuing a Master's degree in Psychology or related fields.
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</ul>

 
 Advanced Diploma in Counselling Psychology (Self Finance):
 

<ul>
 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 
 Focus:
 
 Concentrates on the practical application of counselling theories and techniques. It aims to equip students with the skills necessary to provide counselling services.
 </li>
 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 
 Duration:
 
 Usually a one- to two-year program.
 </li>
 <li style="color: black; font-family: poppins; font-weight: 400">
 
 Curriculum:
 
 Includes courses on counselling theories, ethics, communication skills, and practical training through internships or supervised practice.
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 Career Outcomes:
 
 Graduates can work as counsellors in schools, NGOs, community centers, or private practices. They may also find roles in human resources or social work.
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 Key Differences:
 

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 BA in Psychology
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 Focus
 
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 Broad Theoretical Foundation
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 Practical Counselling Skills
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 3 Years
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 1-2 Years
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 Entry-Level Roles, Further Education
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 Counselling, Social Work
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 Further Education
 
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 Required for Advanced Studies
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 Limited
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 Making the Right Choice:
 

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 Choose a BA in Psychology if:
 
 You are interested in a comprehensive understanding of psychology and plan to pursue a Master's degree or other advanced studies.
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 Choose an Advanced Diploma in Counselling Psychology if:
 
 You are primarily interested in a hands-on career in counselling and want to enter the workforce relatively quickly.
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 Considerations for Indian Students:
 

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 Career Goals:
 
 Define your long-term career aspirations. Do you want to become a licensed psychologist, conduct research, or work directly as a counsellor?
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 Educational Background:
 
 Evaluate your academic strengths and interests. Are you more inclined towards theoretical learning or practical application?
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 Financial Resources:
 
 Consider the cost of each program and the potential return on investment.
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 Accreditation:
 
 Ensure that the programs you are considering are recognized and accredited by relevant authorities in India.
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