Advanced Skill Diploma in Counselling and Psychotherapy
with Specialization in Career & Relationship Counselling
In Partnership With GLOCAL UNIVERSITY
This Advanced Skill Diploma in Counseling and Psychotherapy with Internship/ Counselor course is the one stop training for Career Counselling, School Counselling, Corporate Counselling, Marital/Family Counselling, Gaming Addiction Counselling and Grief Counselling.
GLOCAL UNIVERSITY is a UGC recognized private university which has the approval under Section 22 of the UGC Act, 1956. It is the regular member of Association of Indian Universities (AIU) and has the approval of AICTE & NCTE.
CCS Academy has partnered with GLOCAL UNIVERSITY and provides this 1 year Advanced Skill Diploma.
Want to Pursue a Career In Counselling?
₹78,500Register & Pay
₹78,500Register & Pay
It is designed for people who want to become Counselor / Therapist in Schools, Colleges, Hospitals, Corporates, NGOs and those who want to start one’s own Counselling Centre. Participants can choose to attend it directly/offline or online through Google Meet.
Want to Pursue a Career In Counselling?
₹78,500Register & Pay
₹78,500Register & Pay
Check the reviews given for the course to understand how the training would be
Certificate
There will be 3 viva voice internal examinations. Final Exam will be conducted by GLOCAL UNIVERSITY in MCQ format. Certificate will be provided GLOCAL UNIVERSITY. Internship ceriticate for 3 months will be given by Chennai Counseling Services
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University of Madras/IGNOU or any other University Distance Education – PG Degree Course in Counselling
Vs
CCS Academy – In Partnership with G-local University Advanced Skill Diploma in Counselling.
While both are UGC Recognized Courses the following will give you differences to take a decision.
- COMMITMENT:
- University of Madras/IGNOU: 2 years
- CCS Academy: 1 year
- CURRICULUM:
- University of Madras/IGNOU: 20 papers totally and some of them are not directly related to counselling such as Statistics and Research Methodology
- CCS Academy: All 60 topics directly related to counselling
- EXAMS:
- University of Madras/IGNOU: 3-hour written exams for each paper, arrears require waiting for next semester
- CCS Academy: 1-on-1 private viva exams, MCQ format exam, flexible scheduling
- FACULTY:
- University of Madras/IGNOU: Academicians who do not have any counselling practice
- CCS Academy: Practitioners with counselling experience
- CLASSES & AVAILABILITY OF VIDEOS:
- University of Madras/IGNOU: Classes happen only during some weekends, no videos available if you miss class.
- CCS Academy: Classes happen every weekend, videos available for missed classes
- INTERNSHIP:
- University of Madras/IGNOU: Separate internship required, procedures and approvals involved, potential delays
- CCS Academy: Internship embedded in training, no need to approach any other organizations
- HURDLES/SUPPORT:
- University of Madras/IGNOU: Research Project/Case Study requirements, potential difficulties in finding research participants and clients with consent to use their data.
- CCS Academy: No such hurdles, extensive support provided throughout and after the course
- PRACTICAL SESSIONS:
- University of Madras/IGNOU: Practical sessions are related to psychological testing, not doing counselling sessions
- CCS Academy: Practical counselling sessions are observed by participants and late conducted by the participants under supervision
- TOPICS TAUGHT:
- University of Madras/IGNOU: Contact classes cover surface level, most learning is self-study
- CCS Academy: All topics covered comprehensively by facilitators
- NUMBER OF PARTICIPANTS:
- University of Madras/IGNOU: Around 100, limited individual interaction
- CCS Academy: Restricted to 20, ample space for individual interaction
- SUPPORT AFTER COURSE:
- University of Madras/IGNOU: No support provided
- CCS Academy: Ongoing support through supervision meetings and WhatsApp
- MINIMUM ELIGIBILITY:
- University of Madras/IGNOU: UG degree. So cannot be done by who are still doing UG. They will be asked to join one more UG
- CCS Academy: 12th standard, can be pursued by UG students
PG Diploma in Counselling Psychotherapy of CCS Academy
Vs
Advanced Skill Diploma of CCS Academy in partnership with G-local University
- HOURS OF TRAINING:
- PG Diploma is a 100 hrs course whereas Advanced Skill Diploma is a 200 hrs course.
- CERTIFYING AUTHORITY:
- Advanced Skill Diploma Certificate is given by GLOCAL UNIVERSITY – A UGC Recognised Private University that may be considered to get license to practice as a counselor by the proposed licensing body – National Commission for Allied & Health Care Professions whereas PG Diploma certificate is given by CCS ACADEMY.
- TIMINGS:
- Advanced Skill Diploma is usually during weekends. For the exact batch details, please visit https://counselingchennai.com/advanced-skill-diploma-glocal-university/
- PG Diploma has got weekday and weekend batches. You can check with us about the forthcoming batch details. Weekly 6 hrs class if it is Sunday Batch or 7.5 hrs class if it is Weekday batch so, it will be like fast track course as it will get over in 2.5 months while comparing with 1 year course. Please visit https://counselingchennai.com/pg-diploma-in-counselling-and-psychotherapy-counselor-course/ for the batch details open for admission.
- CURRICULUM:
- Advanced Skill Diploma covers 60 topics which covers basics of psychology. So, will be suitable for those who do not have educational background related to Psychology. PG Diploma has 40 topics.
- COMMITMENT:
- Advanced Diploma is suitable for those who can give commitment for 1 year. PG Diploma will be suitable for those who cannot give commitment for 1 year but for 3 months.
- FEE:
- The fee for PG Diploma is 28K. The fee for Advanced Skill Diploma is 78.5K.
- PRACTICAL EXPOSURE:
- Faculty and Teaching Methodology will be same. Since 200 hrs are there for Advanced Skill Diploma, it is possible to have more practical counseling sessions.
- EXAMINATION:
- PG Diploma will have 2 viva exams. Advanced Skill Diploma will have 3 viva exams and online exam conducted by the university in MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTIONS format.
- ELIGIBLITY:
- For PG Diploma, any UG Degree is required. For Advanced Skill Diploma, 12th std is the eligibility. So those who are currently pursuing UG cans also join.
Course Details
Ms. Sreeja Syamala M.Sc. (Coun. Psy.) PG Diploma in Counselling & Psychotherapy
Counselling Psychologist, Chennai Counseling Services
Ms. Deepa Ganesh M.Sc. Psychology, PG Diploma in Counselling & Psychotherapy
Counsellor & Psychologist, Chennai Counseling Services
Curriculum
- Introduction to Psychology
- Subject Matter of Psychology
- Personality Psychology
- Developmental Psychology
- Abnormal Psychology
- Social Psychology
- Psychological Testing
- Personal Helping Vs Professional Helping
- Relationship between Guidance/Life Coaching, Counselling and Psychotherapy
- Subject Matter of Professional Helping
- Easy Integration Model of Mental Health TM – How to choose a school of thought or approach for a client?
- Qualities of an Effective Practitioner
- Rogers’ Person-Centered Therapy
- Application of Abraham Maslow’s Needs theory in Counselling
- Gestalt Therapy
- Rational Emotive Cognitive Behaviour Therapy
- Cognitive Behaviour Therapy
- Transactional Analysis
- Solution Focused Brief Therapy
- Choice Therapy
- Behaviour Therapy
- Life Skills Approach
- Mindfulness
- Trauma Informed Therapy
- Queer Affirmative Therapy
- Gender Therapy
- Narrative Therapy
- Psycho-drama
- Art Therapy
- Dance Movement Therapy
- Play Therapy
- Music Therapy
- Dialectical Behaviour Therapy
- Acceptance & Commitment Therapy
- Networking with other professionals and Various Work Titles
- Adapting to Different Settings & Concerns
- Scope of Counselling & Psychotherapy
- School and College Counseling
- Corporate Counseling/Coaching
- Hospital/Health Care/Geriatric Counseling
- Counselling in Private Practice-Entrepreneurship Skills
- Career/Educational Guidance & Counseling (Useful in School, College & Corporate Setting)
- Tobacco Cessation/ Alcohol/Illegal Substances/Digital De-addiction
- Grief and Trauma Counselling
- Suicide/Self-Harm Prevention
- Marital/Relationship/Couple’s/Family Counseling/Coaching
- Preparedness for Marriage/ Romantic Relationship/ Pre-marital Guidance
- Parenting/Leadership
- Study Skills Training and Conquering Exam Anxiety
- Work Life Balance
- Stress Management
- Time Management
- Assertiveness
- Psychological Training Methodologies
- Ethics in Practice
- Documentation and Records of Counselling Sessions
- Research Methods for Evidence Based Practice
- Employability Skills of a Counsellor
- Information on Higher Education & Specializations
- Legal Status of Therapists & Counsellors in India
Highlights of the Course
- Observation of Real Counseling Sessions
- Hands on Training
- Case Analysis and Discussion
- Less theory and more practicum
- Simple Explanations of the Theories
- Easy-to-learn Materials
Popular Questions
We have answers to common questions people ask
- GLOCAL UNIVERSITY’s Responsibilities:
- Curriculum Development & Approval
- Faculty Profile Approval
- Conducting External Examination & Correction
- Providing Certificate
- CCS Academy’s Responsibilities:
- Conducting Classes
- Providing Study & Video Materials
- Conducting Internal Examinations
Out of 75K paid by the students, 25K will be paid to GLOCAL UNIVERSITY as per the MoU.
70% attendance is required.
Participant has to pay 28.5K during the admission. We will pay that 25K to University and start the admission process. On or before 5th Feb- 25K and on or before 5th Mar-25K should be paid to our bank account. Please ping us on WhatsApp to get our bank account details.
When you want to take counseling as a career, we request you to be sincere and allot enough time to attend almost all the classes. Yes, we provide videos. If you miss some classes, you can note down the missed topics by calling your batch-mate on the missed day itself and watch the videos for those topics before the next class and ask your doubts in the next class itself.
Our training approach is dynamic and responsive to the needs and interests of our participants. We do not strictly adhere to the order of topics as listed in the course material. Instead, we allow the natural flow of discussion to guide our teaching, addressing topics as they arise and when curiosity is piqued. This method ensures that the learning experience remains engaging and effective for everyone involved.
It is the GLOCAL university’s nomenclature and as per their policy, skill development courses should be titled as Advanced Skill Diploma.
Certificate will be given by the university within 2 months from the date of result announcement date. Result announcement will be within 45 days from the date of exam.
- Passport Size Photo in JPEG
- Scanned 10th Std Marksheet in PDF – We will take the official name and Date of Birth from this. If there is any change of name and date of birth, you need to give proof for the change.
- 12th Std Marksheet in PDF
- UG Degree Certificate in PDF (if applicable)
- PG Degree Certificate in PDF (If applicable)
- Aadhar card (front and back side) – We will take the address from this.
- Your E-Mail id
- Your Mobile Number
- Caste Category
- Father’s Full Name and his mobile number
- Mother’s full Name and her mobile number
- Are you employed currently? If Yes, give the details of the organization with full address, how long you are working there and what is the designation.
- Academic Bank Credit (ABC) id generated from https://www.abc.gov.in/ via digilocker
Three private one-on-one viva voice examination will be conducted by CCS Academy and final exam will be in the form of Multiple-Choice Questions in the online mode conducted by the University. The pass mark is 50 out 100.
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