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Certificate in Guidance and Counselling

Introduction

Guidance and Counselling is oriented to helping students understand themselves, become self-sufficient in making realistic and positive choices and grow in human relationships and concerns. The course clearly examines the fundamental psycho / educational and career development principles & theories which impact on Guidance. It requires considerable reading, independent study, team / group work and clarification of values exercises and active class participation.

 

Who is this programme for?

This two year Guidance & Counselling programme is designed for persons involved in the education, growth and development of youth. It begins with an introduction to the basic tenets & principles of guidance. The specialized care of Guidance – Counselling – is examined theoretically and practically. Tied in with this is an understanding of psycho-educational development.

 

Programme Structure

Classes are held twice/trice weekly, Monday-Friday 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., Saturday 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon, 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. and Sunday 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon.

Each Subject demands 75 contact hours, or 225 contact hours per year, i.e. 450 contact hours over two years.

 

When will the programme start?

This programme starts in September and normally runs for Two (2) years.

  

Entry Requirements

 Applicants should normally have five (5) '0' Levels (or equivalent), including English Language, Mathematics and three other relevant subjects, or mature students who do not strictly meet the academic requirements but have at least three (3) years experience in his/her field of employment.

 

Course of Study

Year One

 

1.1

Introduction To Counselling

(75 contact hours)

1.2

Psycho-educational Development

(75 contact hours)

1.3

Foundations & Administration of Guidance

(75 contact hours)

 Year Two

 

2.1

Career Development & Career Counselling

(75 contact hours)

2.2

Classroom Guidance

(75 contact hours)

2.3

Assessment & Appraisal              

(75 contact hours)