Entry Requirements
C-
Duration: 12 Months
Delivery Method: Online
Fee Structure
| Full Course Fees | |
|---|---|
| Registration Fee | KES 1,000.00 ($ 10.00) |
| Certification Fee | KES 0.00 ($ 0.00) |
| Administration Fee | KES 5,000.00 ($ 50.00) |
| Internal Exam Fee | KES 15,000.00 ($ 150.00) |
| External Exam Fee | KES 0.00 ($ 0.00) |
| Examining Body Membership Fee * | KES 0.00 ($ 0.00) |
| Tuition Fee | KES 90,000.00 ($ 900.00) |
| Fees Totals | KES 111,000.00 ($ 1,110.00) |
| * Examining Body Membership Fee may be payable through us or directly to the Examining Body | |
All Fees are payable in lumpusm or in installments, for details see below.
Breakdown per semester,
| Trimester | Total Per Trimester |
|---|---|
| Trimester 1 | KES 37,000.00 ($ 370.00) |
| Trimester 2 | KES 37,000.00 ($ 370.00) |
| Trimester 3 | KES 37,000.00 ($ 370.00) |
| Total | KES 111,000.00 ($ 1,110.00) |
NB: Fees are payable in 3 installments as detailed below:
The trimester fees of KES 37,000.00 ($ 370.00) is payable in 3 installments of KES 12,333.33 ($ 123.33)
Course Requirements
All Fees are payable in installments, for details check FAQs
Practical Requirements (where applicable)
For courses that require practicals, a separate fee is chargable (not included in fee structure above) as follows:
- Short courses - KES 5,000
- Certificate courses - KES 7,500
- Diploma courses - KES 10,000
Course Units/Overview
SEMESTER 1
Module I
- Introduction to Counseling and Psychotherapy
- Theories of Counseling
- Introduction to Psychology
- Foundation of Social Counseling
- Contemporary Social Issues
- Adolescence Psychology and Development
SEMESTER 2
Module II
- Vocational and Career Counseling
- Personal and Social Counseling
- Child and Adolescent Counseling
- Family Counseling and Effective Parenting
- Group Counseling
- Management of Counseling Programme
SEMESTER 3
Module III
- Drugs and Substance Abuse
- Ethics in Counseling
- Research Methods in Counseling
- Assessment and Evaluation in Counseling
- Field Practicum
- Project
| Unit ID | Unit Name |
|---|---|
| DIGC101 | Introduction To Counseling And Psychotherapy |
| DIGC102 | Theories Of Counseling |
| DIGC103 | Introduction To Psychology |
| DIGC104 | Foundation Of Social Counseling |
| DIGC105 | Contemporary Social Issues |
| DIGC106 | Adolescence Psychology And Development |
| DIGC201 | Vocational And Career Counseling |
| DIGC202 | Personal And Social Counseling |
| DIGC203 | Child And Adolescent Counseling |
| DIGC204 | Family Counseling And Effective Parenting |
| DIGC205 | Group Counseling |
| DIGC206 | Management Of Counseling Programme |
| DIGC301 | Drugs And Substance Abuse |
| DIGC302 | Ethics In Counseling |
| DIGC303 | Research Methods In Counseling |
| DIGC304 | Assessment And Evaluation In Counseling |
| DIGC305 | Field Practictum |
| DIGC306 | Project |
Course Description
Diploma in guidance and counselling
Corse overview
Diploma in guidance and counselling is an accredited online course offered at Finstock Evarsity College. This course takes a period of 12 months and is examined by Finstock Evarsity College. A certificate of completion is issued upon completion of the course.
Why do we think and act the way we do? How does our social environment shape our actions? Can people be empowered to act differently? Learn the theories of human behaviour and apply them to mental, emotional, and behavioural problems.You will be equipped with counseling skills in bereavement and loss, alcohol and drug abuse, mental health, family and relationships, and general counseling. By the end of this program you will easily work in multicultural environments and be able to apply global perspectives in your practice.
The program equips students with counselling skills and procedures with a view of preparing them for the world of work and further training in this field.
Who should attend this course?
This programme is suitable for civil service professionals and those working with international organizations, Non- Governmental Organizations and corporations of all sizes who would like to increase their knowledge in this sector. This is programme is also recommended for high school graduates who would like to venture into the civil service, leadership, and governance.
Minimum Entry Requirement.
Grade C-
Mode of Delivery
Home and/or office-based media employing a variety of self-instructional electronic and online self-study materials, such as; written self-instructional study modules, online interactive devices and self-tests, cloud-based content, videos of lectures mediated technical learning materials e.g., audiovisual and e-learning materials
Program Objectives
- Empower students to assist clients lead better, more rewarding and productive lives and enhance their appreciation of the ethical and legal standards of guidance and counseling.
- Empower the learners in how to conduct counseling research and to use research to inform counseling practice.
- Expose to learners the group work approaches that include a theoretical framework, group counseling methods and dynamics and intervention skills.
- Equip learners with knowledge of individual and group approaches to testing, assessment and evaluation that adhere to ethical codes and standards.
Skills gained
- Active listening
- Questioning
- Note-taking
- Interpretation
- Nonverbal communication competency
- Self-awareness
- Emotional compartmentalization
- Record keeping
- Self-awareness
Career opportunities
- policy analysis and advice,
- public administration at the constituency, county, and national level;
- research,
- corporate communications;
- foreign affairs, intelligence;
- journalism,
- fund- raising and grant administration;
- parliament and social analysis
Reasons why you should pursue this course
- You seek meaningful work
- You seek flexibility in your career.
- There are strong job prospects for the industry.
- It is a good way of exposure
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Course Instructor(s)
GIFT KITHOME KALENGA
NAOMI NYAKERARIO ONKUNDI
SIMON KIMARU MURIUKI
NELLY MUCHOOI
EMMAH GATHONI KIMANI
JAMES MBURU KIMANI
ANGELIQUE UNDISA OPONDO
Examining Body
FINSTOCK EVARSITY COLLEGE
FAQs
Q1. How many intakes are there?
There are three intakes in a year as follows:
|
Cohort |
Name |
Term Period |
Months |
Registration Window |
|
January Intake |
Trimester 1 |
Jan 1 — Apr 30 |
4 |
Anytime |
|
May Intake |
Trimester 2 |
May 1 — Aug 31 |
4 |
Anytime |
|
September Intake |
Trimester 3 |
Sep 1 — Dec 31 |
4 |
Anytime |
Q2. In how many installments can I pay the fees?
Payments can be done in 3 installments as specified in the fee structure.
Q3. When can I sit for the exams?
- Internal exams are activated for students individually.
- External exams (where applicable) are booked one month after you complete the course.
Refer to the external examining body for more details and requirements before seating for their exams.
Q4: Is this college accredited/approved?
Yes. The college is approved under the ministry of education, through TVETA, and also through National Industrial Training Authority (NITA).
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