Graduate Diploma In Clinical And Counseling Psychology

The course aims to foster the development of research, professional skills and a commitment to ethical behaviour. This graduate diploma in psychology program is for students who have a basic degree, but not in the relevant field of study required for a career in psychology. It provide a foundation for students who want a switch in career.

A) Training in research skills within the field of Clinical and Counselling psychology

• • Students will achieve foundational and applied knowledge and skills in research methodology and statistical analysis

B)Training in clinical skills

• • The course will help students to acquire a basic understanding of psychology. Students will be exposed to the diversity of topic covered within the discipline of psychology, and develop the basic skills in conducting counselling and psychological assessments.

C) Development of ethical and professional conduct

• • Students will be knowledgeable about the ethical guidelines and standards related to the practice of Counselling and Psychological Assessment. They will also know how to apply these standards in their professional practice.

  • Students will be able to analyze and critically evaluate ethical dilemmas and identify appropriate means for resolution.

Eligibility

Academic Requirements

• Minimum 21 years old

• A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in any discipline

• or a Diploma holder from Polytechnic / Advanced Diploma from Private Education Institutions or equivalent with minimum of 3 years working experience can be considered on a case-by-case basis

• or 30 years old and above with 8 years working experience but without academic qualification can be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Language Requirements

• Language proficiency:

  • GCE O Level English C6 and above

  • or minimum IELTS 5.5

  • or PTEA 45

  • or WPLN level 5 in Listening, Reading, Speaking and Writing

Graduate Diploma in Clinical and Counseling Psychology Course Fees

If you apply for our Graduate Diploma in Clinical and Counseling Psychology, you can receive grants of up to S$1,700 for Graduate Diplomas.

SkillsFuture Credits: Singaporeans aged 25 and above may use their SkillsFuture credits of up to S$500.

Additional Government Subsidies: Singaporeans and PRs may receive additional Government subsidies of up to 70%.

Post-Secondary Education Account (PSEA): Singaporeans aged 21 to 30 may use their PSEA to offset up to S$3,420, if available, of their course fees.

Structure and Duration

• 8 Modules

• 12 months, Part-time (Full-time study is not available)

• 2 lessons per week

• Weekday: 7.00pm – 9.30pm / Weekend: 9.00am – 6.00pm, or 9.00am – 1.00pm

Graduation Requirements

• Achieve a minimum 24 credits and earn at least a Grade Point Average (GPA) of 2.3.

• Students will be conferred Graduate Diploma in Clinical & Counseling Psychology upon completion, awarded by Arium School of Arts & Sciences.