Institute of Psychological Studies Sri Lanka

Certificate Course in Psychology

Overview

Institute of Psychological Studies has introduced Certificate Course in Psychology for students who have completed O/L or above similar qualifications.

Main aim of the program is providing you an opportunity to enhance your knowledge in the field of Psychology.

Once you have successfully completed the certificate course you will be awarded the certificate by the Institute of Psychological Studies.

Course Duration: 6 Months

Mode: On-site / Online

Medium: Sinhala / English

Days and Times: Saturdays 9am to 4pm

Curriculum:

Basic Psychology

Abnormal Psychology

Health Psychology

Child Psychology

Child Psychopathology

Diploma in Psychology

Diploma in Psychology

Diploma in Psychology

Overview

The Main aim of the Institute of Psychological Studies is to produce academically qualified professional counselors and Psychotherapists in Sri Lanka.

Diploma in Psychology is mainly designed for after A/L students who wishes to excel their carrier in to counseling profession.

Course Duration: 1 year including all 7 subjects

Mode: On-site / Online

Medium: Sinhala / English

Days & Times: Saturdays – 9AM to 4PM

Curriculum:

Counselling Psychology

Basic Psychology

Abnormal Psychology

Child Psychology

Health Psychology

Child Psychopathology

Career Guidance

Diploma in Counseling and Psychotherapy

Diploma in Counseling and Psychotherapy

Diploma in Counseling and Psychotherapy

Overview

The Main aim of the Institute of Psychological Studies is to produce academically qualified Professional Counsellors and Psychotherapists in Sri Lanka.

Diploma in Counseling and Psychotherapy is mainly designed for graduates, undergraduates and professionals with different disciplines & experience who wishes to excel their carrier in to counselling profession.

Membership

Those who have successfully completed the Diploma in counseling and Psychotherapy are eligible to apply for the membership at Sri Lanka Association of Professional Counsellors and Psychotherapists (SLAPC) which is a National body of Practicing Professional Counsellors and Psychotherapists in Sri Lanka.

Clinical Practice

Clinical practice will be arranging by the Institute. OR

To be completed by the candidate by selecting a placement of his/her preference under the supervision of the Institute.

Course Duration: 1 year including Part 1 and Part 2

Mode: On-site / Online

Medium: Sinhala / English

Days and Times: Sundays 9am to 4pm

Clinical Practice consists of a total of 120 hours (3 months)

Curriculum:

Part I (6 Months Duration)

Basic Psychology

Abnormal Psychology

Health Psychology

Child Psychology

Child Psychopathology

Part II (6 Months Duration)

Counselling Psychology

General Techniques in Counselling

Psychotherapeutic Techniques in Counselling

Treatment Planning in Counselling

Counselling Skills Practice

Higher Diploma in Counselling and Psychotherapy

Higher Diploma in Counselling and Psychotherapy

Higher Diploma in Counselling and Psychotherapy

Eligibility Criteria

Students who have successfully completed the Diploma in Counselling and Psychotherapy at the Institute of Psychological Studies.

Course Duration: 1 year

Mode: On-site / Online

Medium: Sinhala / English

Days and Times: Sundays 9am to 4pm

Curriculum:

Counselling Psychology

    • Exploration in Counseling

    • Understanding in Counselling

    •  Integration in Counselling

Counselling practice

    • Counselling Skills Practice

    • Written Evaluation

Advanced Psychotherapy

Parapsychology

Counselling practice -120 hours

Research Methods

Dissertation

Internship Program Counselling and Psychotherapy

Internship Program Counselling and Psychotherapy

Internship Program Counselling and Psychotherapy

Eligibility Criteria

Individuals who have successfully completed the Diploma in Counselling and Psychotherapy at the Institute of Psychological Studies, or those who have achieved a minimum one-year Diploma in Counseling or Psychology from a recognized institute, are eligible

Internship Duration: 3 Months (120 hours counselling practice will be covered)

Mode: On-site only

Medium: Sinhala / English

Days and Times: Saturdays 9am to 4pm