📘 Program Name: Diploma in Counseling Psychology

⏳ Program Duration: 1 Year (Full-Time)
💻 Delivery Mode: On-Campus / Online / Hybrid
🎓 Credit Hours: 30
📅 Intake: Fall, Spring, and Summer
🏛️ Degree Awarded By: Arizona International University

🌍 Program Overview:

The Diploma in Counseling Psychology is designed to equip students with both the theoretical understanding and practical skills required to support individuals facing emotional and psychological challenges. This program focuses on evidence-based counseling approaches, psychological assessments, and therapeutic interventions that promote mental health and well-being.

Through hands-on training, experiential learning, and real-world case studies, students gain the competencies necessary to provide professional counseling services in diverse settings such as clinics, schools, hospitals, and private practices.

📚 Curriculum Highlights:

This diploma program provides an extensive foundation in counseling psychology through the following core topics:

1. Introduction to Counseling Psychology – Overview of the counselor’s role and foundational principles of the field.

2. Counseling Techniques and Practices – Practical approaches including CBT, Person-Centered Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy.

3. Psychological Assessment and Testing – Administration and interpretation of standard psychological tools.

4. Therapeutic Communication Skills – Enhancing active listening, empathy, and non-verbal communication.

5. Mental Health Disorders – Study of conditions like anxiety, depression, PTSD, and addiction.

6. Developmental Psychology – Human growth and development across the lifespan.

7. Psychological Theories and Approaches – Examination of Freudian, Jungian, Adlerian, and other influential theories.

8. Ethical Issues in Counseling Psychology – Confidentiality, consent, boundaries, and ethical decision-making.

9. Counseling in Specific Populations – Techniques for working with children, teens, couples, and families.

10. Legal and Professional Issues in Counseling – Regulatory frameworks, rights, and responsibilities in mental health practice.

🎯 Specializations Available:

Students may specialize in one of the following areas to deepen their expertise:

• Child and Adolescent Counseling

• Community and School Counseling

• Therapy for Addictions and Substance Abuse

• Family and Couples Counseling

• Psychological Assessments and Intervention

💼 Career Outcomes:

Graduates of the Diploma in Counseling Psychology are prepared for diverse roles in mental health and wellness, such as:

• Counseling Psychologist

• Mental Health Counselor

• School Counselor

• Family Therapist

• Addiction Counselor

• Psychological Assessment Specialist

• Behavioral Health Consultant

• Therapeutic Support Worker

🌐 Global Exposure & Partnerships:

Students have access to a range of enriching global opportunities:

• Internships with hospitals, private practices, and clinics worldwide.

• Workshops and Seminars featuring leaders in counseling psychology.

• Networking with professionals and institutions in mental health.

📝 Admission Requirements:

• ✅ High school diploma or equivalent

• 📄 Resume (optional)

• 🗣️ English Proficiency: IELTS 5.5 / TOEFL iBT 60 / AIU English Test

💰 Tuition & Financial Aid:

• 📚 Annual Tuition: $10,000 (may vary by learning mode)

• 🎓 Scholarships: Up to 30% based on merit and experience

• 🧾 Paid Internships & Assistantships: Available to qualified students