Course Introduction
Program Introduction
Counseling Psychology is to understand how to assist people to recover their sense of well being, improve their distress, resolve their emergency and enhance their ability to work out problems and make judgment for themselves. Students will get to learn the techniques and theories behind how to advice and guide in the real world.
Careers involved working in Schools, Nursery & Childcare Centres, HR Personnel, Rehabilitation & Correction Centres, Mental Health services, Community Services and Social Services.
Entry Requirements
Academic Requirements
•Minimum 16 years old
•2 ’O’ Level credits, (OR)
•Nitec, Higher Nitec or equivalent, (OR)
•WSQ Certificate (any framework), (OR)
•Mature Students (minimum 30 years old with 8 years of working experience)
Language Requirements
- GCE O Level English C6 and above
- or minimum IELTS 5.5
- or PTEA 45
For mature students, the language proficiency will be assessed by the school on a case-by-case basis.
Fees & Funding
Fees Breakdown |
Total Payable (S$) |
Registration fee |
$150 |
Fee Protection Scheme (FPS) |
$200 |
Course material fee |
$80 – $150 each |
Graduation fee |
$250 |
Admin fee |
$300 (Applicable for monthly payment only)
$200 (Applicable for Bi-Monthly payment mode)
Waived Admin Fee for Half-yearly payment mode |
Module Repeat fee (*Subject to changes based on prevailing rate) |
$725 |
Course fee |
$5,800
Student & Government grants might be available, please call our consultants to enquire TODAY! |
Study Mode & Duration
Structure and Duration
- 8 Modules
- Minimum 12 months, Part-time
- 2 evenings per week, 6.45pm – 9.15pm
- Full-time study is not available
Assessment Methods
The following types of direct assessment methods are used as evaluation tools for each module:
- Assignments (60%)
- Final Exam (40%)
Assignments may consist of Multiple choice, True/False, Short answer questions and written assignment such as essays, Case Studies, Critical Reviews and Research Papers.
Delivery Method
Classroom based.
Graduation Requirements
Achieve a minimum 24 credits and earn at least a Grade Point Average (GPA) of 2.0.
Students will be conferred Specialist Diploma in Counseling Psychology upon completion, awarded by Arium School of Arts & Sciences.
Please speak to our consultants today to know more about the commencement dates.