Psychological Counsellors help people deal with problems and make difficult decisions in various aspects of their lives. It requires a deep understanding of personality, cognition (how we think and make decisions), and communication. They work with clients of all ages. They may focus on behavioral/ emotional problems in children and families, education, work and career issues, old age concerns, or improving productivity and personnel performance in organizations.
Personal Competencies
• You like to help others
• You are comfortable in communicating with others
• You pay attention to details while working
• You like to analyse problems/ situations
Entry Pathway
1. Complete 10+2 in any stream
2. Complete a Bachelor's degree (B.Sc. (only for science stream students)/ B.A.) in Psychology or Applied Psychology OR
Complete a Bachelor's degree followed by a Master's degree in Counselling Psychology OR
Complete a Bachelor's degree, followed by a Master's degree and a Ph.D. in Applied Psychology/Psychology
Please check the duration of the course during enrolment
Where will you study?
The course is offered by the Department of Psychology or Applied Psychology.
This list of institutes is indicative only.
GOVERNMENT INSTITUTES
1. All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi, Delhi
2. Jamia Millia Islamia (JMI), New Delhi, Delhi
3. Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University (GGSIPU), Delhi
4. The Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda (MSU), Vadodara, Gujarat
5. Banaras Hindu University (BHU), Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh
6. Savitribai Phule Pune University, Pone, Maharashtra
7. Presidency College, Chennai, Tamil Nadu
8. Birla Institute of Technology and Science (BITS Pilani), Hyderabad Campus (BRACU) Hyderabad, Telangana
PRIVATE INSTITUTES
(Please check if Institute is affiliated and accredited with UGC and MCI before applying)
1. Lady Shri Ram College for Women (LSR), New Delhi, Delhi
2. Christ University, Bengaluru, Karnataka
3. Presidency College, Chennai, Tamil Nadu
4. Keshav Mahavidyalaya, New Delhi, Delhi
5. Ashoka University, Sonipat, Haryana
6. DAV College (DAVC), Chandigarh, Punjab
7. St. Xavier's College, Mumbai, Maharashtra
8. Fergusson College, Pune, Maharashtra
Information on Institute rankings is available at - https://www.nirfindia.org/Rankings/2023/Ranking.html
DISTANCE LEARNING INSTITUTE
Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU)
*NPTEL - National Programrne in Technology Enhanced Leaming. It is by the Government of India and offers a variety of courses in an audio - video form
Fees
The approx. course fee ranges between INR 14,000-4,50,000* for the full course
*These figures are estimated numbers and will vary from Institute to Institute.
Scholarships & Loans
SCHOLARSHIPS
• National Scholarship Portal - Visit http://www.scholarships.gov.in. Under this portal there are Central Government Schemes offered by different departments, UGC/AICTE Schemes and State Schemes*
• Visit http://www.buddy4study.com for details on available scholarships. This is a gateway to scholarships starting from Class XI*
• Scholarships are also available in the Institutes based on merit*
*(Availability of these scholarships can vary from time to time)
LOANS
• VidyaLakshmi, http://www.vidyalakshmi.co.in, is a portal for students seeking education loan. This portal has been developed under the guidance of the Department of Financial Services, (Ministry of finance), Ministry of Education, Government of India and Indian Banks Association (IBA).
• Some states have student credit cards with low interest rates, for instance, West Bengal, Odisha, Bihar, etc.
• All banks give education loans.
Where will you work?
Places of Work: Hospitals, Universities, Organizations, Counselling Centers among others.
Entrepreneurship: You can start your own clinic.
Work Environment: The working conditions can depend on whether or not you work in a research-oriented career or a more applied profession. If you work in more applied profession, you will likely spend more one-on-one time with clients.
Opportunities for work exist for differently abled in this field
Expected Growth Path
Intern → Psychologist Assistant → Psychologist → Private Practice or Head of Psychology Department
Expected Income
The approx. salary of a Psychological Counsellor ranges between INR 20,000 - 40,000* per month.
Source - https://bit.ly/3ZDrgHC
*These figures are taken from NCS and are indicative and subject to change
Experts from the field
Dr Jhuma Basak is a psychoanalyst, who studied MA in Jadavpur University and then did her PhD in Psychology from Japan. She is a member of the International Psychoanalytical Association, London. Dr. Basak is a Training Analyst, and member of the Council of the Indian Psychoanalytical Society, She is also the Assistant Secretary of the Indian Psychoanalytical Society.*
PSYCHOLOGICAL COUNSELLOR /COUNSELLING PSYCHOLOGIST
NCS Code: 2634.01 | HW054• You like to help others
• You are comfortable in communicating with others
• You pay attention to details while working
• You like to analyse problems/ situations
1. Complete 10+2 in any stream
2. Complete a Bachelor's degree (B.Sc. (only for science stream students)/ B.A.) in Psychology or Applied Psychology
OR
Complete a Bachelor's degree followed by a Master's degree in Counselling Psychology
OR
Complete a Bachelor's degree, followed by a Master's degree and a Ph.D. in Applied Psychology/Psychology
Please check the duration of the course during enrolment
The course is offered by the Department of Psychology or Applied Psychology.
This list of institutes is indicative only.
GOVERNMENT INSTITUTES
1. All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi, Delhi
2. Jamia Millia Islamia (JMI), New Delhi, Delhi
3. Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University (GGSIPU), Delhi
4. The Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda (MSU), Vadodara, Gujarat
5. Banaras Hindu University (BHU), Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh
6. Savitribai Phule Pune University, Pone, Maharashtra
7. Presidency College, Chennai, Tamil Nadu
8. Birla Institute of Technology and Science (BITS Pilani), Hyderabad Campus (BRACU) Hyderabad, Telangana
PRIVATE INSTITUTES
(Please check if Institute is affiliated and accredited with UGC and MCI before applying)
1. Lady Shri Ram College for Women (LSR), New Delhi, Delhi
2. Christ University, Bengaluru, Karnataka
3. Presidency College, Chennai, Tamil Nadu
4. Keshav Mahavidyalaya, New Delhi, Delhi
5. Ashoka University, Sonipat, Haryana
6. DAV College (DAVC), Chandigarh, Punjab
7. St. Xavier's College, Mumbai, Maharashtra
8. Fergusson College, Pune, Maharashtra
Information on Institute rankings is available at -
https://www.nirfindia.org/Rankings/2023/Ranking.html
DISTANCE LEARNING INSTITUTE
Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU)
*NPTEL - National Programrne in Technology Enhanced Leaming. It is by the Government of India and offers a variety of courses in an audio - video form
The approx. course fee ranges between INR 14,000-4,50,000* for the full course
*These figures are estimated numbers and will vary from Institute to Institute.
SCHOLARSHIPS
• National Scholarship Portal - Visit http://www.scholarships.gov.in. Under this portal there are Central Government Schemes offered by different departments, UGC/AICTE Schemes and State Schemes*
• Visit http://www.buddy4study.com for details on available scholarships. This is a gateway to scholarships starting from Class XI*
• Scholarships are also available in the Institutes based on merit*
*(Availability of these scholarships can vary from time to time)
LOANS
• VidyaLakshmi, http://www.vidyalakshmi.co.in, is a portal for students seeking education loan. This portal has been developed under the guidance of the Department of Financial Services, (Ministry of finance), Ministry of Education, Government of India and Indian Banks Association (IBA).
• Some states have student credit cards with low interest rates, for instance, West Bengal, Odisha, Bihar, etc.
• All banks give education loans.
Places of Work: Hospitals, Universities, Organizations, Counselling Centers among others.
Entrepreneurship: You can start your own clinic.
Work Environment: The working conditions can depend on whether or not you work in a research-oriented career or a more applied profession. If you work in more applied profession, you will likely spend more one-on-one time with clients.
Opportunities for work exist for differently abled in this field
Intern → Psychologist Assistant → Psychologist → Private Practice or Head of Psychology Department
The approx. salary of a Psychological Counsellor ranges between INR 20,000 - 40,000* per month.
Source - https://bit.ly/3ZDrgHC
*These figures are taken from NCS and are indicative and subject to change
Experts from the field
Dr Jhuma Basak is a psychoanalyst, who studied MA in Jadavpur University and then did her PhD in Psychology from Japan. She is a member of the International Psychoanalytical Association, London. Dr. Basak is a Training Analyst, and member of the Council of the Indian Psychoanalytical Society, She is also the Assistant Secretary of the Indian Psychoanalytical Society.*
Source - http://www.crystalminds.in/consultants/
*The above information is for training purposes only and will not be used for any commercial gains
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