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Higher Diploma in Counseling Psychology

Embark on a transformative journey with our Higher Diploma in Counseling Psychology. This program serves as the gateway to the field of counseling psychology in Sri Lanka. By combining comprehensive theoretical foundations with valuable practical experience, we empower students to apply their knowledge in real-world settings.

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Course Overview

The Higher Diploma is identified as a stepping stone to the field of counseling psychology of Sri Lanka. Apart from providing a thorough theoretical component, this higher diploma is consisted of a practical component as well. It aims to facilitate students applying theoretical knowledge into practice and gaining and improving professional counseling skills to become competent practitioners with contextual understanding.

  • Foundational psychological concepts and principles.

  • Ethical counseling practices and boundaries.

  • Effective client communication skills.

  • Diverse counseling interventions.

  • Cultural sensitivity and awareness.

  • Confidentiality and professional ethics.

  • Client-centered approaches.

  • Interpersonal relationship skills.

  • Assessment and intervention efficacy.

  • Multidisciplinary collaboration.

The program spans 1 year and 6 months.

The course is primarily online, with on-campus exams and compulsory field visits.

Yes, there is a Practicum component as part of the program.

Course Requirements

Successful completion of the Higher Diploma in Counseling Psychology requires a strong foundation in the field of counseling psychology. The course requirements have been meticulously designed to ensure that students not only grasp the theoretical aspects but also gain hands-on practical experience in the field.

Language requirements

  • Proficiency in the English language is essential for all students. As this program involves communication and counseling skills, a good command of English is important.

Entry requirements

  • Prospective students should possess a General Certificate of Education (GCE) at the Ordinary Level (O/L) or an equivalent qualification.

  • In addition to the GCE O/L qualification, applicants are required to successfully complete a Diploma in Counseling Psychology, which serves as the foundation for advanced studies in counseling psychology.

Course requirements

  • The program is divided into two levels, covering various subjects. Level 1 includes courses like Introduction to Counseling Psychology and Abnormal Psychology. In Level 2, students explore topics like Motivation and Emotion, Social Psychology, and participate in a practicum to gain practical experience in counseling psychology.

Course Plan

Level 1

Buddhist Counseling Psychology

Introduction to Counseling Psychology

Western Counseling Psychology I

Abnormal Psychology

Ethics in Counseling

Level II

Western Counseling Psychology II

Motivation and Emotion

Developmental Psychology

Social Psychology

Record Keeping

Practicum II