Colombo Institute of Research & Psychology - CIRP - Diploma in Child & Adolescent Psychology

Course Overview

Child and Adolescent Psychology is a specialty in applied psychology that uses a broad range of techniques to support and guide children and teenagers improve their well-being, academic performance, prevent and alleviate distress caused by negative childhood experiences, emotional distress due to family conflicts and maladjustment, resolve crises, and increase their ability to function better in their future

Child and Adolescent psychologists support cognitive, social and moral development and functioning across childhood and are equipped to provide therapeutic support in learning difficulties, behavioral problems and emotional issues.

Diploma in Child & Adolescent Psychology

Diploma in Child & Adolescent Psychology is a program designed to provide individuals with  knowledge and skills required to better understand behaviors and thinking patterns of children and adolescents in order to support them in various issues and in different contexts.

During the program students will be introduced to normal development in cognitive, social and moral aspects from early childhood to adolescence.  Program will also discuss the common psychological conditions that affect their learning, social interaction, cognitive development, gender identity and self-control.

As opposed to traditional child psychology programs this will approach the concepts from an applied aspect and discuss issues during teenage that are often overlooked.

Aims & Objectives

Upon successful completion students will be able to :

1. Understand the normal cognitive, social and moral development from early childhood to adolescence.
2. Demonstrate core knowledge in Biological, Cognitive, Developmental, Behavioral, Psychodynamic and Social approached to psychology
3. Apply psychological theories in improve the quality and effectiveness in parenting, teaching, managing & motivating children
4. Identify Psychological conditions in children and teenagers and how to support children and parents in these conditions
5. Apply psychological theories in curriculum and activity development, policy making, toys and game development

Program Delivery

Program is delivered using modern teaching methods and training techniques that inspires the minds of the students creating enthusiasm, interest and motivation to explore further in to the field. A variety of methods from face to face lectures to case studies, journal discussions, workshops and seminars, small group discussions and group activities are used to create and maintain passion of the students.

Program Structure

Duration                              Standard : 01 Year            Fast-track : 06 months

Delivery                               On Campus / Online

Modules                              08

Compulsory                        05

Electives                             03

Credit Value                       120 RQF UK Credits

Level                                   05 (UK RQF Standard)

Classes                               Sundays

Awarding Body                 Colombo Institute of Research & Psychology

Accreditation                     Tertiary  & Vocational Education Commission  Sri Lanka

Credit Transfer                  Available

Transfer abroad                 Available

Progression                        Higher Diploma / Bachelor’s Degree

Module Structure

Core Modules (Each module is worth 15 UK RQF Credits)

1              Introduction to Psychology                                         

2              Biopsychology                                                                                                  

3              Cognitive Psychology                                                                                    

4              Developmental Psychology                                                                        

5              Social Psychology                                                            

Specialization Modules (Each module is worth 15 UK RQF Credits)

1. Psychological Disorders of Childhood                                                

2. Adolescent Psychological & Behavioral Issues                                              

3. Protecting Children from Abuse & Trauma                                      

4. Educational Psychology                                                                           

A student may select three (03) of the above modules.

Placement & Supervised Training

Students who wish to improve their practitioner skills by obtaining a supervised training and/or placement may benefit from the supervised training programs provoded by CIRP life center, CIRP’s own psychotherapy and counseling center.

Assessments

Assessments are designed to ensure that the students have achieved the required learning outcomes. Students are provided opportunity to take a range of assessments that will empower students to face the various different challenges and demands of their work life upon graduation including written examinations, essays and assignments submitted online, individual and group presentations, social media projects, mini research projects.

Pursue a fulfilling career with a psychology degree in Sri Lanka. Gain deep insights into human behavior, develop essential counseling skills, and make a positive impact in the field of mental health. Enroll today and begin your journey in psychology!