Social Science & Humanities

Diploma in Counseling and Psychotherapy

Overview

The Main aim of the Institute of Psychological Studies is to produce academically qualified Professional Counsellors and Psychotherapists in Sri Lanka.

Diploma in Counseling and Psychotherapy is mainly designed for graduates, undergraduates and professionals with different disciplines & experience who wishes to excel their carrier in to counselling profession.

Membership

Those who have successfully completed the Diploma in counseling and Psychotherapy are eligible to apply for the membership at Sri Lanka Association of Professional Counsellors and Psychotherapists (SLAPC) which is a National body of Practicing Professional Counsellors and Psychotherapists in Sri Lanka.

Clinical Practice

• Clinical practice will be arranging by the Institute. OR

• To be completed by the candidate by selecting a placement of his/her preference under the supervision of the Institute.


Course Duration: 1 year including Part 1 and Part 2

Mode: On-site / Online

Medium: Sinhala / English

Days and Times: Sundays 9am to 4pm

Clinical Practice consists of a total of 120 hours (3 months)



Curriculum:

Part I (6 Months Duration)

Basic Psychology

Abnormal Psychology

Health Psychology

Child Psychology

Child Psychopathology

Part II (6 Months Duration)

Counselling Psychology

General Techniques in Counselling

Psychotherapeutic Techniques in Counselling

Treatment Planning in Counselling

Counselling Skills Practice

Duration

1 Year

Category

Social Science & Humanities

Course Level

Diploma / HND

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