DiplomaHealth & MedicineDiploma in Psychology and Counselling
KIU (Kaatsu International University) · Colombo
Overview
A 12-month foundational programme introducing core psychological principles and practical counselling skills for helping professions, delivered through lectures, workshops, role-plays, group work and guided self-study. Entry requires a G.C.E. O/L pass in English plus A/L completion.
Key facts
- Total fee
- Not published
- Duration
- 1 years
- Intake
- Jan, Jun
- Medium
- English
- Award
- Local award
- UGC
- Not verified
- Location
- Battaramulla, Colombo
Entry requirements
Typically G.C.E. A/L passes (any stream), or an approved foundation programme. Some diplomas admit strong G.C.E. O/L results — confirm with the institute.
Highlights
- Six psychology modules covering developmental, abnormal, social and biological psychology
- Counselling fundamentals with ethics and assessment training
- Practical role-play and case study components
- Pathway to BSc (Hons) in Psychology on meeting admission criteria
Where it can take you
Counselling Support RolesEducation Sector SupportHealthcare SupportHR and Community Work
About this qualification
Higher National Diplomas and diplomas are 1–3 year qualifications. HNDs (SLIATE or Pearson BTEC) are widely accepted for degree top-up entry, locally and abroad.
About the institute
UGC-recognised non-state university in Battaramulla: nursing, psychology, management and IT.
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