Diploma

In Counselling

About the Programme

The Diploma in Counselling aims to enrich students with an understanding of the theories and methods of counselling. The programme introduces students to the theoretical frameworks, communication skills, ethics, and real-world applications in various counselling situations. It also explores mental health, human behaviour, and therapeutic approaches. It places special emphasis on developing rapport-building, sympathetic listening, and evaluation skills. To improve participants’ critical thinking and problem-solving skills, the curriculum frequently incorporates case studies, role-playing activities, and seminars.

Programme Highlight

Gives you direct access to essential counselling skills and foundational psychological knowledge to launch your career.

Explore key theories, techniques, and ethical practices used in professional counselling settings.

Programme
Modules

This module is designed to provide students with an overall perspective of the scope, nature, and methods involved in psychological research. The major concepts examined in this course include memory and learning strategies, research methods in psychology, the biological basis of behaviour, motivation and emotion, sensation and perception, learning through classical and operative conditioning, intelligence, thought and language, and consciousness.

This module aims to help students build skills in understanding the origins and concepts of mental health and how it is intertwined with myths, challenges, issues, and practices. Students will learn about different typologies of mental health, its incidence rate and determinants, relevant theories and frameworks, as well as the differing perception and treatments. It will also explore the roles played by individuals, groups, communities, and societies towards the promotion of enhanced mental health awareness and treatments.

The “Principles in Counselling” module provides a fundamental framework for comprehending the fundamentals of successful counselling practice. This module explores several counselling techniques, such as person-centered, cognitive-behavioural, and psycho dynamic theories, and covers their theoretical foundations, ethical issues, and practical purposes. In order to help students understand and apply theoretical principles to real-world situations, the module incorporates case studies, role-playing, and interactive discussions. Upon completion of this module, students will possess a firm grasp of the fundamental counselling ideas, ethical frameworks, and interpersonal skills necessary for successful client interaction and moral practice in the field of counselling.

This module is designed to present the several therapeutic modalities utilized in counselling of clients. It gives an overview of the concepts, methods, and applications of core theories such psycho dynamic, cognitive-behavioural, humanistic, and systemic approaches. The module places a strong emphasis on the value of individualized counselling approaches and examines the function of the relationship between the counsellor and the client, moral issues, and the value of empathy and attentive listening in the therapeutic process. Additionally, the module also presents brief counselling techniques, emphasizing goal-oriented tactics. Learners get a comprehensive understanding of counselling techniques by applying theories and methodologies through case studies.

This module offers a thorough examination of the moral issues and professional norms that are essential to counselling work. It explores the laws, rules, and ethical codes that regulate the counselling profession, placing a strong emphasis on moral judgment and responsible behaviour. In order to overcome the complicated ethical conundrums that are frequently encountered in counselling practice, students look over case studies and hypothetical scenarios. Students get a heightened knowledge of ethical concerns and ways to assure ethical conduct in their professional activity through talks, role-plays, and ethical decision-making models.

This module offers a thorough grasp of conflict dynamics as well as practical methods for handling and resolving them in counselling settings. To resolve interpersonal problems in therapeutic contexts, students study a variety of conflict resolution concepts, and communication skills. Finding the root reasons of disagreements, failures in communication, and power dynamics in relationships is emphasized. Students gain active listening, negotiating, and teamwork skills through case studies, role-plays, and hands-on learning activities. These abilities help to resolve conflicts.

This module delves into the complex dynamics, structures, and interactions that exist within family connections. It provides a fundamental framework for comprehending counselling in the context of families. In order to understand the complexities of family dynamics, roles, communication patterns, and inter-generational influences, students study a variety of theoretical frameworks and various approaches. The significance of family systems on individual behaviour and mental health is emphasized. Students examine and implement intervention strategies targeted at promoting healthier family functioning and resolving problems like breakdowns in communication, disputes, and dysfunction via case studies and experiential learning session.

The “Individual and Group Counselling” module provides a dual investigation of the subtle dynamics of individual counselling sessions and the complexities of group therapy environments. The essential ideas, methods, and moral issues particular to group and individual counselling are explored by the students. Learners get the skills necessary to create personalized evaluations and treatment strategies. Students learn about group dynamics, facilitation techniques, and the use of therapeutic interventions in a group setting in the group counselling section.

Course Details

Study Mode & Duration

Full-time 9 months

Part-time 9 months

Intakes

SOC date:

Jan / Apr / Jul / Oct

Average Teacher-Student Ratio

1:150 (Classroom based lecture)

1:50 (Workgroup session)

Registration

1 month prior to intake date

Assessment

Each module is assessed by academic work comprising written assignments, case study reports, essays, examination as determined by the subject profile. The assessment criterion varies from module to module and level to level.

Graduation Requirement

• Must passed all modules.
• Must achieve an overall attendance of 90% (International Student) and 75% (Local Student).

Career Opportunities

Graduates may choose to pursue a future (but not limited to) in these departments/industries:
Clinical Counselor
Psychotherapy Trainee
Mental Health Advocate Coordinator
Career Guidance Counselor
Rehabilitation Support Specialist

Entry requirement

International Students / Local students
Age:
16 years (at the time of application)
 

Academic Minimum Entry Requirement

  • 2 GCE A-Level pass at C grade or equivalent, or
  • EAIM Certificate in Applied Psychology or equivalent or
  • EAIM Diploma in Foundation Studies or equivalent , or
  • Completed 12 years of formal education, or
  • LCCI Diploma Level 3 or

Mature candidates who is at least 30 years old with at least 8 years of working experience

 
English Language Minimum Entry Requirement
  • Minimum EAIM Certificate in Business English ( Advanced), or
  • IELTS 5.5, or
  • O-Level C6 English or equivalent, or
  • Minimum score of 85 in Duolingo English Test, or
  • Other equivalent qualifications
Application Procedure
You may apply to EAIM either by visiting EAIM Balestier Campus or mail your application to East Asia Institute of Management, 9 Ah Hood Road, Singapore 329975

Course Fees

International Students
Tuition Fee
S$11,128.20
Admin Fee
S$1,100
Application Fee
S$540
Total Course Fee
S$12,768.20
Local Students (Full-time)
Tuition Fee
S$5,763
Admin Fee
S$600
Application Fee
S$150
Total Course Fee
S$6,513
Local Students (Part-time)
Tuition Fee
S$4,539
Admin Fee
S$600
Application Fee
S$150
Total Course Fee
S$5,289
  • The Application Fee is a one-time payment and is non-refundable.
  • The Administration Fee includes STP fee, FPS Insurance, medical insurance, etc.
  • All prices are subject to prevailing Goods & Services Tax (GST) of 9%.
  • All prices are effective from April 2025.
  • Start of class is subject to minimum class size of 10 achieved.
  • Other miscellaneous fees may apply. (Please click here for more information.)

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