Overview
The Graduate Diploma in Child Psychology and Mental Wellness is a comprehensive programme for mental health in Singapore that allows students to learn via the applications and comprehension of one of the many fields of psychology, often known as child psychology. It addresses how kids develop physically and in terms of their social, mental, and emotional growth. The behaviour and thinking of children – from prenatal development through adolescence – are of utmost importance in child psychology.
In this wellness diploma programme, students will get the chance to learn more and deep dive into the issues children face with their mental health, as well as to build comprehensive vital knowledge and in-demand skills related to children’s mental health.
Registered Education Institute with the International Association for Counselling
Career Progression
The Care Economy consists of a professional group of occupations and competencies involved in educating and caring for present-day and future generations.
Almost 40% of job openings in emerging professions globally will be in the Care Economy by 2022.
After completing this mental wellness diploma course, you can go on to one of our Master’s programmes in psychology, counselling, or psychotherapy. You’re in for rewarding job prospects, such as:
Aventis partners with ISADD (Intervention Service for Autism and Developmental Delay) to facilitate placement and internship opportunities for students enrolled in Aventis Graduate School’s programmes. ISADD is Singapore’s leading early intervention service provider for schools and children with Autism and Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) based Early Intervention Programme.
Why Choose Aventis ?
Access a world-class education founded on Aventis’ 15 years of extraordinary success in the graduate education market. Get a degree from a graduate programme you can respect and trust.
Aventis is one of only 4 Business Schools in Singapore that is a member of the Executive MBA Council, the World’s Leading Body that champions advancement in MBA. Other members include the National University of Singapore (NUS), Singapore Management University (SMU), and Nanyang Technological University (NTU)
Aventis is one of only 8 Business Schools in Singapore that is part of the AACSB International Business Education Alliance. Other members include Singapore University of Social Science (SUSS), National University of Singapore (NUS), and Singapore Management University (SMU)
Programme Structure
The Graduate Diploma in Child Psychology and Mental Wellness in Singapore comprises of 4 practical modules. These courses are designed to provide you with an understanding of addiction and valuable, hands-on counselling skills. This programme utilises current industry best practices as case studies as well as a benchmark for students. This is a 100% coursework-based programme.
Programme Delivery
The classes would be held at 4 weekend blocks of 2 full day classes.
Admission Criteria
Participants should contribute to the learning activities in a peer and cohort learning environment. You will be evaluated based on your managerial abilities, potential, aptitude, and experience.
Language Proficiency
GCE O Level English C6 and above / Minimum IELTS 5.5 / PTEA 45 / WPLN level 5 in Listening, Reading, Speaking and Writing / Pass Aventis English Proficiency Test.
Awards and Funding
Upon completion of the programme, you will be awarded a Graduate Diploma in Child Psychology & Mental Wellness by Aventis Graduate School, which is registered with Skillsfuture Singapore (SSG).
Academic Journey
Upon completion of the programme, you can apply to our suite of Masters degree in Counselling, Psychotherapy, Mental Health and Psychological Science.
Fees
Our Child Psychology & Mental Wellness Graduate Diploma is one of the most affordable in Singapore. Download our brochure for more information about our grants available.
Success Stories
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Pro-bono Counselling Service
As part of the Aventis CARE Programme to promote Mental Wellness and Workplace Counselling Services, we are proud to offer complimentary 5 sessions of pro-bono Counselling and Coaching for all our students, faculty, staff and alumni.