Overview
The Graduate Diploma in Psychotherapy and Counselling is a stimulating, rigorous, and practical course designed for working professionals to cultivate a deeper understanding of psychology and psychotherapy while developing pragmatic counselling skills. Aimed to assist students with little to no knowledge in psychology, psychotherapy, and counselling, this engaging Graduate Diploma programme in Singapore provides students with relevant, foundational learning that requires critical analysis and discussion in concepts as well as ideas.
Students in this Graduate Diploma course will be equipped with the following
- Gain an understanding of the fundamental theories and skills of psychotherapy, including but not limited to professionalism as well as ethical guidelines of being a therapist.
- Establish a link between social theory and practice, as well as comprehend how various sociological concepts and paradigms have an effect on contemporary social issues.
- Become proficient in the ethical codes of counselling, practicing within the guidelines, and ultimately achieve competence.
Registered Education Institute with the International Association for Counselling
Career Opportunities
The Care Economy comprises a professional cluster of jobs and skills involved in nurturing and teaching current and future populations.
Almost 40% of job openings in emerging professions globally will be in the Care Economy by 2022.
Upon the completion of this course, you will be highly sought-after in these rewarding careers as, but not limited to:
Why Choose Aventis ?
Gain access to an outstanding education built on Aventis’ 15 years of exceptional global reputation in graduate education. Earn a qualification from a graduate school that you can trust and respect.
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 Psychotherapy and Counselling course in Singapore comprises 4 practical modules that strive to help you secure cutting-edge psychotherapy knowledge and practical 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
Students will be encouraged and are expected to contribute to the class learning experience in a peer and cohort learning environment. As a student at Aventis, you will be assessed based on your aptitude, potential, experience, and managerial skills.
Language Proficiency
GCE O Level English C6 and above / Minimum IELTS 5.5 / For mature students, the language proficiency will be assessed by the school on a case-by-case basis.
Awards and Funding
Upon completion of the programme, you will be awarded a Graduate Diploma in Psychotherapy & Counsellingg by Aventis Graduate School, which is registered with Skillsfuture Singapore (SSG).
Academic Journey
Upon completion of the programme, you can apply for our suite of Masters degree in Counselling, Psychotherapy, Mental Health and Psychological Science.
Fees
Our Graduate Diploma is one of the most affordable in Singapore. Download our brochure for more information about our grants available.
Success Stories
Alumni, 2016
Alumni, 2017
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.