Course Overview
Asian College of Teachers with its high profile academic experts has curated the counselling course for all educators. This course has been uniquely designed for professional teachers to help strengthen their awareness of the importance of the mental and emotional health of children. The course also empowers teachers to adapt counselling skills and positive approaches that add up to a student’s holistic growth.
The curriculum of all 3 levels – Certificate, Diploma, and PG Diploma has been precisely developed to meet the needs of each educator, while supporting them in each step of their career growth, not just to sustain in a competitive teaching field but to enhance their chances of being 21st-century professionals.
Course Levels/Duration
Certificate Course (6 months)
The Certificate in Counselling program is the perfect course for both aspiring and working teachers looking forward to gaining counseling skills and to provide a healthy teaching environment to students. Many schools nowadays aim to recruit teachers who emphasize mental health. This online course is the best addition to your resume for a prospective teaching career.
The course has been designed briefly while including essential aspects of counselling. The flexibility of this online course enables you to enhance your professional skill at your own pace from anywhere in the globe.
Certificate in Counselling
- Phase 1 – Teaching and Counselling – Changing role of the Teacher
- Phase 2 – Introduction to the Different Schools of Psychology
- Phase 3 – Introduction to Counselling Skills
- Phase 4 – Multicultural Counselling Approaches
- Phase 5 – Role of Family in Counselling
- Phase 6 – Class-room Behavioural Psychology
- Phase 7 –Classroom Management
- Phase 8 – Goal of Counselling
Diploma Course (8 months)
The 8 months Diploma in Counselling course has been meticulously designed with various theories and approaches. The course is suitable for both experienced and aspiring teachers, who want to ingrain the multifaceted qualities of a teacher. The program provides in-depth knowledge on the concepts and techniques of counselling.
The curriculum consists of 12 phases, each of these phases is packed with various elemental resources of counselling such as Classroom Behavioural Psychology, Therapeutic Role of the Teacher, and Role of Family in Counselling. With this advanced course, aspirants are sure to get acquainted with the latest skills and methodologies of both teaching and counselling.
- Phase 1 – Teaching and Counselling – Changing role of the Teacher
- Phase 2 – Introduction to the Different Schools of Psychology
- Phase 3 – Introduction to Counselling Skills
- Phase 4 - Multicultural Counselling Approaches
- Phase 5 – Role of Family in Counselling
- Phase 6 – Classroom Behavioural Psychology
- Phase 7 Classroom Management
- Phase 8 – Goal of Counselling
- Phase 9 – Therapeutic Role of the Teacher
- Phase 10 - Partnership and Collaborations
- Phase 11 Educational Counselling
- Phase 12 – Understanding Counselling for Teachers
PG Diploma Course (12 months)
The 12 month Post Graduate Diploma in Counselling program is an intensive course, aiming to cater all teaching professionals who are looking for the highest degree in counselling. The curriculum of this program has been designed to make sure each aspirant is equipped with 21st century approaches to teaching and counselling.
Today's educational field requires teachers who understand the student-centric approach and value their needs. This course enables you to not only be aware of those needs but also helps you to adapt the techniques and strategies to meet those needs positively. The flexibility of this program ensures each candidate can enhance their professional skills alongside their busy life.
- Phase 1 – Teaching and Counselling – Changing role of the Teacher
- Phase 2 – Introduction to the Different Schools of Psychology
- Phase 3 – Introduction to Counselling Skills
- Phase 4 – Multicultural Counselling Approaches
- Phase 5 – Role of Family in Counselling
- Phase 6 – Classroom Behavioural Psychology
- Phase 7 - Classroom Management
- Phase 8 – Goal of Counselling
- Phase 9 – Therapeutic Role of the Teacher
- Phase 10 - Partnership and Collaborations
- Phase 11 - Educational Counselling
- Phase 12 – Understanding Counselling for Teachers
- Phase 13 - Helping with stress
- Phase 14 - Managing Crisis
Eligibility, Duration & Course Fee
| Course name | Eligibility | Duration | Course fee (INR) | Learning Mode |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certificate in Counseling ( months) | High school Diploma (10+2) Proficiency in written & spoken English required |
6 months | 25,000* | Online |
| Diploma in Counseling (8 months) | High school Diploma (10+2) Proficiency in spoken and written English |
8 months | 35,000* | Online |
| PG Diploma in Counseling (12 months) | A diploma degree or equivalent Proficiency in spoken and written English |
12 months | 45,000* | Online |
Admission and Support Services
Career Opportunities
On successful completion of the course, you’ll get the opportunity to get employed as teaching/counselling professionals in the field of education which include:
- Class teacher in inclusive classrooms
- Counsellor in pre and primary schools
- Teachers at international schools
- Teachers in schools abroad
- Teacher/counsellor in NGOs
Certification & Accreditation
- The candidates will receive a globally recognized certificate from Asian College of Teachers.
- ACT courses are accredited by International Association for Quality Assurance in Higher Education (QAHE)
- ACT is accredited by is accredited by Accreditation Service for International Schools, Colleges and Universities (ASIC).
- The prestigious Education Quality Accreditation Commission (EQAC) has accredited Asian College of Teachers (ACT) that has met all the standards set by this Commission
- ACT courses are certified by CPD Certification Service, UK
- Accreditation Service for International Schools, Colleges and Universities (ASIC) a member of British Quality Foundation, has accredited Asian College of Teachers (ACT)
- All ACT courses are endorsed by NCC Education, an awarding organisation and a global provider of British education
