Description
Course Name: Diploma in Social Work Counselling
Course Id: DSD/Q0001.
Eligibility: Completion of 10+2 (higher Secondary) or equivalent.
Objective: This course offers comprehensive knowledge of social work principles and counselling techniques, focusing on supporting individuals and communities facing social, emotional, and psychological challenges. It covers communication skills, case management, ethical considerations, and intervention strategies.
Duration: Six Months.
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Step 1: Choose the course you wish to get certified in.
Step 2: Click on the “Enroll Now” button.
Step 3: Proceed with the enrollment process.
Step 4: Enter your billing details and continue to course fee payment.
Step 5: You will be redirected to the payment gateway. Pay the course and exam fee using one of the following methods:
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Step 6: After successful payment, you will receive your study material login ID and password via email within 48 hours of fee payment.
Step 7: Once you complete the course, take the online examination.
Step 8: Upon passing the examination, you will receive:
• A soft copy (scanned) of your certificate via email within 7 days of examination.
• A hard copy (original with official seal and signature) sent to your address within 45 day of declaration of result.
Step 9: After certification, you will be offered job opportunities aligned with your area of interest.
Online Examination Detail:
Duration- 120 minutes.
No. of Questions- 60. (Multiple Choice Questions).
10 Questions from each module, each carry 10 marks.
Maximum Marks- 600, Passing Marks- 40%.
There is no negative marking in this module.
| How Students will be Graded: | ||
| S.No. | Marks | Grade |
| 1 | 91-100 | O (Outstanding) |
| 2 | 81-90 | A+ (Excellent) |
| 3 | 71-80 | A (Very Good) |
| 4 | 61-70 | B (Good) |
| 5 | 51-60 | C (Average) |
| 6 | 41-50 | P (Pass) |
| 7 | 0-40 | F (Fail) |
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Syllabus
Introduction to Social Work and Counselling: History and Evolution of Social Work, Principles and Ethics of Social Work, Role of a Social Worker, Basics of Counselling and Psychotherapy, Communication Skills in Counselling, Types of Social Work Interventions, Importance of Empathy and Active Listening, Social Work Theories and Approaches, Cultural Sensitivity in Counselling, Ethical Issues in Social Work Counselling.
Human Growth and Psychological Development: Stages of Human Development, Psychological Theories of Development, Cognitive and Emotional Development, Behavioral and Social Learning Theories, Personality Development and Disorders, Impact of Environment on Human Behavior, Mental Health and Emotional Well-being, Psychological Resilience and Coping Strategies, Family Dynamics and Child Development, Aging and Gerontology.
Counselling Techniques and Intervention Strategies: Fundamentals of Counselling Techniques, Individual and Group Counselling, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing Techniques, Crisis Counselling and Trauma-Informed Care, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Psychoanalytic and Humanistic Approaches, Counselling for Grief and Loss, Conflict Resolution and Mediation, Ethics and Confidentiality in Counselling.
Mental Health and Psychosocial Support: Introduction to Mental Health Disorders, Common Psychological Issues (Anxiety, Depression, PTSD), Substance Abuse and Addiction Counselling, Stress Management Techniques, Suicide Prevention and Risk Assessment, Counselling for Domestic Violence Survivors, Mental Health Advocacy and Awareness, Community-Based Mental Health Interventions, Role of Social Workers in Psychiatric Care, Promoting Emotional Well-being and Self-Care.
Family and Child Welfare Counselling: Family Systems and Therapy, Child Protection and Welfare Policies, Parenting Guidance and Support, Domestic Abuse and Child Maltreatment, Juvenile Justice and Rehabilitation, Adoption and Foster Care Counselling, Divorce and Marital Conflict Counselling, Support for Single Parents, Strengthening Family Relationships, Social Work Interventions in Family Welfare.
Community Development and Social Work Practice: Principles of Community Organization, Identifying Community Needs and Resources, Role of Social Workers in Community Development, Social Justice and Advocacy, Working with Marginalized Populations, Public Welfare Programs and Policies, Disaster Relief and Rehabilitation Counselling, Social Entrepreneurship for Community Development, Volunteerism and Civic Engagement, Challenges in Community-Based Social Work.
Job Opportunities after Diploma in Social Work Counselling
Graduates can build careers in social work, counseling, mental health, and community development.
Top Roles: Social Worker, Counselor, Psychiatric Social Worker, Clinical Therapist, Marriage & Family Therapist, Rehabilitation Counselor, Child Welfare Worker, Substance Abuse Counselor, Mental Health Case Manager, School Counselor, Community Outreach Worker, NGO Worker, Program Coordinator, Grief Counselor, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Counselor, Human Rights Advocate, Social Service Director, Policy Analyst, Elderly Care Social Worker, Researcher in Social Work & Counseling.
Key Sectors: Hospitals, mental health clinics, schools, rehabilitation centers, NGOs, government agencies, corporate Employee Assistance Programs (EAP), private counseling practices, research and academic institutions, community development organizations.
Salary Range (India):
Entry-level: ₹3–5 LPA
Mid-level: ₹5–8 LPA
Senior-level: ₹8–12 LPA+
Specialized Roles: ₹6–10 LPA
Supervisors/Managers: ₹10–15 LPA
NGO Directors/Senior Managers: ₹8–20 LPA
Private Practice: ₹5–20 LPA+
Scope: High demand due to increasing awareness of mental health, social welfare, and community support. Graduates can pursue leadership roles, specialize in areas like substance abuse or elderly care, work in diverse sectors, or establish private practices, offering excellent growth and career stability.
