Foundation Course in Psychology & Counselling

Psychology is the scientific study of the human mind and behavior. Counselling is the application of the knowledge gained through psychology to help people to overcome their mental and social problems. In a world which is defined by fierce competition, Psychological Counsellors have become vital both for organizations and society to help people to find solutions to their problems in life. This foundation course has been designed for those who wish to gain knowledge in these unique disciplines and earn a well-recognized academic and a professional qualification.

Course Outcomes:

On successful completion of the programme participants will:

• Earn a well-recognized academic and a professional qualification in the fields of Psychology & Counselling.
• Have a clear understanding and knowledge of the disciplines of Psychology and Counselling.
• Able to entre a path to read up to an internationally recognized B Sc in Psychology & Counselling.
• Apply the knowledge and skills gained to provide counselling skills in real life and work place situations.

For whom:

• Those aspire to earn an academic and a professional qualification in Psychology & Counselling.
• Those who wish to enter the path to earn a B Sc qualification in Psychology and Counselling.
• Students who are already in higher education and yearn to earn an additional academic and professional qualification.
• Professionals who wish to develop their knowledge and skills in the disciplines of Psychology & Counselling.

Content Outline:

• Understanding Psychology
• The Human Mind & the Body – the connection
• Problem Solving
• Psychological testing
• Introduction to basics of Counselling
• Scopes & limitations of interventions

Methods of delivery:

The course is offered as a blended programme where the participants will have a balanced mix online, in class session and other methods of delivery including:

• Online lectures
• Webinars
• LMS Forums, Chats, Teams

In addition to these participants will have a variety of activities such as quizzes, peer interactions, reading assignments and other forms of research work etc.

Course Fee: LKR 20,000/-