Diploma in Counselling Course for Teachers

Course Highlights

Counselling has become quite necessary for 21st-century teaching. Thus, teachers need to have the knowledge and training in counselling. Asian College of Teacher’s online diploma in counselling for teachers is a professional course. Exclusively developed for both aspiring and working teachers. Teachers who are looking to reach greater heights, the course is suitable for them. Aspiring teachers who are looking to give their career a solid start can also seek to pursue the course. The course can be pursued online and can be covered in 8 months. The course will comprise of the varied aspects and approaches of counselling that a teacher requires to have a fair idea on in order to acquire the right amount of understanding and skill to be able to help build a trusting relationship with their students and help them live their lives to the fullest.

Who can attend?

The course can be really helpful for:

  • Class teachers
  • Teachers-in-charge
  • Principals
  • Vice Principals
  • Advisors/ counsellors in educational institutes
  • Budding entrepreneurs looking to open an education institution

Curriculum

  • Phase 1 – Teaching and Counselling – Changing role of the Teacher

  • a) Teacher – the ‘role model’
  • b) The Role of Psychology in Today’s Society
  • c) Why the need for ‘counselling’ in Today’s Teachers
  • Phase 2 – Introduction to the Different Schools of Psychology

  • a) Behavioural
  • b) Cognitive
  • c) Personality
  • Phase 3 – Introduction to Counselling Skills

  • a) Listening & Communication
  • b) Interview Technique & Questioning
  • c) Ethics in Counselling
  • Phase 4 - Multicultural Counselling Approaches

  • a) Religious
  • b) Ethnic & Racial
  • c) Sexual
  • Phase 5 – Role of Family in Counselling

  • a) Classical & Extended Family Structure
  • b) Changing Family Structure in Contemporary Society
  • Phase 6 – Classroom Behavioural Psychology

  • a) Bullying
  • b) Conduct Disorder
  • c) Absenteeism & Substance Abuse
  • d) Fears & Phobias
  • Phase 7 Classroom Management

  • a) Discipline
  • b) Punishment
  • Phase 8 – Goal of Counselling

  • a) Conflict Resolution
  • b) Behavioural Modification
  • c) Improving Relationships
  • Phase 9 – Therapeutic Role of the Teacher

  • a) Classroom Intervention Strategies for Teachers
  • b) Counselling Relationship
  • Phase 10 - Partnership and Collaborations

  • a) Teachers must partner with School Counsellors
  • b) Collaborating with colleagues and administration
  • c) Working with Parents
  • Phase 11 Educational Counselling

  • a) Meeting counselling needs of students
  • b) Help students achieve educational plans
  • Phase 12 – Understanding Counselling for Teachers

  • a) Skills needed for counselling – Empathy and Acceptance
  • b) Sensitivity of language
  • c) Developing synergy

How do you learn?

  • Online mode of learning
  • Course is accessible from any corner of the globe at any time
  • Comprehensive study materials
  • Being an online program, the course can be pursued alongside other commitments
  • Our co-ordinators and tutors provide support and guidance throughout
  • Assignments at the end of each module
  • Support Team is there to clear all your doubts/queries

Job Prospects

  • Class teacher in inclusive classrooms
  • Counsellor in pre and primary schools
  • Teachers at international schools
  • Teacher in schools abroad
  • Teaching in NGOs

After successfully completing ACT’s Diploma in Counselling for Teachers, many new and exciting doors of opportunities will open in your professional teaching career. Apart from providing guidance and advice to the students, this course will instil knowledge and lend you expertise to keep you one step ahead in your professional teaching career.

The qualifications and certificates are sure to benefit those who are associated with young learners or have opened or are willing to open day care facilities and learning institutions. Since this course is internationally recognized, it will be helpful for those looking for employment opportunities across the globe and help you in realizing your dream of teaching abroad as well.

Duration & Fee

  • Course duration of Diploma level is 8 months
  • Courses can be pursued in the fast-track mode
  • Candidates can learn at their own pace and time
  • Course materials can be accessed anytime, anywhere
  • Courses are conducted online with provisions for doubt-clearing sessions
550 USD 450 GBP 19000 THB 35000 INR

* inclusive of all taxes

Duration - 8 months

Support from ACT

  • Complete support throughout the course
  • You can email us your queries and we will reach out to you at the earliest
  • You can learn at your own pace and convenience
  • 100% placement assistance for all our students

Complete online support from our experienced tutors of Asian College of Teachers for the Diploma in Counselling for Teachers program. Our tutors are committed to helping you achieving your learning goals and are always there to share their knowledge and provide you solutions regarding your queries. Our tutors and coordinators provide you the much needed support and will guide you throughout your learning journey. Since the course offers flexible learning you can take the opportunity to learn at your own pace and clear all your doubts as and when required.

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