PGDPC

Overview
Eligibility
duration and validity
program structure
About this Course

The one-year course in psychosocial counselling aims to equip students with the necessary skills and knowledge to provide effective support to individuals, families, or groups facing environmental, emotional, or social challenges. Psychosocial counselling involves guiding individuals through one or more counselling sessions to overcome these obstacles and improve their overall health and well-being. As part of counselling psychology, students will learn to address various personal and relational issues across different aspects of life, including social, vocational, emotional, educational, health-related, organizational, and developmental needs. The focus is on reducing psychological distress and promoting overall well-being. Through this course, students will gain insights into treatment approaches aimed at helping individuals in distress, fostering a holistic approach to counselling. The program emphasizes the transformative power of counselling, allowing individuals to shift their mindsets and address problems comprehensively rather than viewing individuals as isolated issues. Graduates of this course will be equipped to make meaningful contributions to the mental health and well-being of individuals in need of psychosocial support.

Eligiblity

  • Bachelor’s Degree holder / Graduate in any discipline from a recognised University.
  • International / SAARC Graduates from  a recognised / accredited University / Institution.
  • Students appearing for their final graduation exam may also apply, subject to completion of graduation within the time period specified by SCDL.

DurationAndValidity

  • The duration of the program is one year.
  • The registration period is valid for two academic years.

Program Structure
SEMESTER I :
Basics of Psychological Counselling
Counsellor and Counselling Skills
Introduction to Abnormal Psychology
Case Study Report 1
SEMESTER II :
Psychoanalytical Approach of Counselling
Humanistic Approaches and Therapies
Cognitive Approaches and Therapies
Case Study Report 2