This comprehensive 18-month Postgraduate Diploma in Counselling Psychology (PGDICP) part-time programme instils the candidate a range of theoretical, analytical, conceptual and functional skills in counselling. While understanding the underlying theories, the candidate is also able to apply appropriate counselling skills in different situations. This graduate programme enables the successful candidate to work effectively as a counsellor.
This is a Singapore Association of Counselling (SAC) recognised programme that requires students to attend all classes on-site and complete practicum hours in person.
Graduates who intend to apply for SAC membership must note that applications are subject to approval directly by SAC. For the full membership requirements, please click here.
Course Recognition: Postgraduate Diploma in Counselling Psychology
Validity: 31 Jan 2025 to 30 Jan 2027
SINCE 2014 (two years renewal cycle)
Validity: 31 Oct 2025 to 31 Dec 2026
Funding eligibility: UTAP
| Faculty | Counselling |
| Programme Code | PGDICP |
| Next Intake | 16 Mar 2026 |
| Enquiry | Click here. |
| Contact | +65 6533 0031 |
| Office Operation Hours | 10.00am – 7.00pm / Mondays – Fridays |
Who this programme is for?
The Postgraduate Diploma in Counselling Psychology programme is for:
- Anyone looking to advance their professional qualification with authentic counselling experience.
- Anyone with a deep interest in understanding human behaviour.
- Anyone with a calling to help those who may be suffering from emotional or psychological trauma.
- Anyone interested in advancing a deeper understanding of themselves and how they can find meaning and happiness in life.
- Anyone with a calling to help others find meaning and happiness in their life.
What will you gain from this programme?
This counselling programme will allow you to:
- Advance to a professional qualification and attain authentic counselling experience.
- Achieve competence, allowing you to practice within the guidelines and ethical codes of counselling.
- Ability to comprehend personal growth and self-awareness through self-exploration.
- Recognise and respect human diversity across populations, age groups, culture and contexts.
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Besides introducing the academic aspect at graduate level, the Postgraduate Diploma in Counselling Psychology (PGDICP) focuses on developing and enhancing candidates’ experiential knowledge and skills professionally through a holistic approach. 13 Modules Modules Synopses Lecturers The programme expects candidates to complete individual and/or group written assignments, and/or written examination, depending on the modular criteria. Students must attend 75% of the classes to qualify for the examination. CAE requires a minimum 90% attendance each month from its international students on ICA’s Student Pass. To achieve a pass in a module, students must achieve at least 50% combining both written assignment and final examination. Candidates must also submit a written report upon fulfilling the compulsory practicum hours, to graduate from the course. Students must successfully complete and pass all the stipulated course modules to be awarded the Postgraduate Diploma in Counselling Psychology. For admission to the Postgraduate Diploma in Counselling Psychology programme: Module exemptions are only applicable to modules completed in a programme recognised by the Singapore Association for Counselling (SAC). Cash / NETS / Credit Card / Cheque / Telegraphic Transfer / Bank Transfer / PayNow / In-house Instalment Disclaimer: All terms, schedules, and prices are subject to change without prior notice and at the discretion of College of Allied Educators. PGDICP students are required to engage and bear additional Clinical Supervision fees directly to a qualified Clinical Supervisor for practicum. The additional cost of engaging such a supervisor is around $100.00 per hour. Prices and fees are subject to the supervisor’s rates. Students who wish to register as a member with SAC upon graduation must complete all practicum requirements ethically within their maximum candidature period. Membership applications are subject to approval directly by SAC. *DCPSY & ADICP graduates, please contact us at 6533-0031 for more information on progressing to PGDICP. OBJECTIVES
PROGRAMME STRUCTURE
MODULES AND LECTURERS
Module 1
Psychological Theories and Perspectives
Module 2
Family Systems Therapy
Module 3
Counselling Skills
Module 4
Counselling Methods
Module 5
Counselling Ethics
Module 6
Group Counselling
Module 7
Crisis Intervention
Module 8
Addiction Intervention
Module 9
Counselling Children
Module 10
Research Methods
Module 11
Developmental Psychology
Module 12
Abnormal Psychology
Module 13
Practicum: Advanced Counselling Skills Practice
Click here for information on modules in this programme.
Click here for the list of registered lecturers deployed for the respective programmes and modules. ASSESSMENT METHODS & GRADUATION
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
COURSE FEE AND INFORMATION
Preview Days & Time:
Mondays – Fridays
*Estimated duration of the free preview is 1-hour.
Next Intake:
16 Mar 2026
Duration:
18 Months (Part-Time)
Contact Hours:
412 hrs (312 hrs + 100 hrs practicum)
Schedule:
7.00pm – 10.00pm
Average Teacher-Student Ratio:
1:35
Course Fee Structure:
Payment to be made to
COLLEGE OF ALLIED EDUCATORS PTE LTD
Non-Refundable Application Fees:
Application Fee – S$150.00
Course Fee:
S$15,400.00
Total Payable before GST:
S$15,550.00
GST of 9%:
S$1,399.50
Total Payable after GST:
S$16,949.50
Payment Mode:
Refund terms:
Refund table as per student contract
Fee Protection Scheme (FPS):
Fee Protection Scheme
Other Fees:
Miscellaneous Fees
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