Graduate Diploma

Graduate Diploma In Social Psychology And Counselling (E-Learning)

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Overview

The Graduate Diploma in Social Psychology and Counselling is a practical and stimulating programme designed for candidates with little or no knowledge of psychology and counselling. This highly interactive programme would be able to

  • Provide foundational learning and requires critical analysis and discussion of the concepts and ideas
  • Designed for professionals so that they can have a deeper understanding of social psychology
  • Enables individuals to acquire communication techniques
  • Develop your ability to critically evaluate the strengths and limitations of the major approaches

This highly interactive programme is suitable for candidates from a wide range of professional and educational backgrounds who want to develop a deeper understanding of both the theory and application of applied psychology and counselling or who are exploring career transitions into new sectors.

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.

This highly interactive and engaging Graduate Diploma programme allows individuals to obtain communication techniques deemed helpful in the daily social context. This can be in the form of customer service, social services, management, human resources, marketing, parenting, and personal growth.

After studying for this Graduate Diploma, you would be able to have a chance to pursue a rewarding career as a (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 Graduate School is a registered Education Institute with the International Association of Counselling (IAC). IAC membership supports the development of counselling internationally and demonstrates our commitment to the profession.

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)

Programme Structure

This programme comprises of 4 modules, which will help you gain cutting-edge Social Psychology knowledge and practical hands-on counselling skills using current industry best practices as case studies and benchmarks. This is a 100% coursework-based programme.

Programme Delivery

The curriculum covers a range of theoretical, analytical, conceptual, and functional skills in social psychology and counselling, allowing you to apply your learning in the real world.

Admission Criteria

Participants are expected to contribute to the class learning experiences in a cohort and peer learning environment. You will be assessed based on experience, aptitude, potential, 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 Social Psychology and Counselling by Aventis Graduate School, which is registered with Skillsfuture Singapore (SSG).

Academic Journey

Upon completion of the programme, you can apply for our Master’s degrees in Counselling & Psychotherapy, and Psychological Science.

The programme also serves as a foundation for further specialization in more specific fields like sports, clinical, counselling, industrial, and educational psychology.

Fees

Our Graduate Diploma is one of the most affordable in Singapore. Download our brochure for more information about our grants available.

Success Stories

“I thoroughly enjoyed this course and hope to expand my acquired knowledge further into practice. It has been an enriching experience especially for adult learners. . My experience at Aventis has been very beneficial to me. The course was very interesting and the Lecturers were highly professional and qualified. I will definitely introduce this programmes to my friends.”
Ms. Stansy Stephen
Manager, Allcare Nursing Services,
Alumni, 2016
“Your learning will also take place in the company of experienced working professionals, just like yourself, who can provide a unique vantage point on the subject at hand. Whether you are seeking to expand your knowledge, to further develop your qualifications or to widen your network, you will find that Aventis offers you an opportunity to do so like no other.”
Mr. Cheo Hu Gang
Manager, Rotra Chemicals,
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.