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CGLD School of Counselling

Master of Science in Counselling Psychology

This is a two-year post graduate program offered in both residential and blended eLearning (3 years) formats. The blended learning program makes it convenient for pastors, and working professionals.

Those who have completed the PG Diploma in Counselling Psychology from CGLD School of Counselling, may join in the second year of M.Sc. as lateral entry candidates and complete the degree in one year.

Entry Requirements:

§ Must be 21 years of age or above.
§ Reasonable proficiency in English.
§ Graduate in any discipline from a recognized university.
§. Theological graduates may also apply.
§ A desire and passion to serve in the counselling field.

Financial Information:

Salient Features of the Program:

Emphasis on blending theory with practical skill development.
Integration of theology and psychology to prepare students for effective counselling practice.
Courses facilitated by qualified and experienced faculty.
Course specialization through electives, additional seminars, and workshops.
Integration of psychology and Christian theology for a unique blend grounded in sound theory and practice.

The M.Sc. Degree is offered by the Martin Luther Christian University (UGC approved), Shillong, Meghalaya.

Duration of the Program:

2 years in the residential mode (3 years in blended eLearning mode).

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Master of Science Curriculum

S.no	Subject Name	Credit Hours	Learning Hours
1.	English and Study Methods (Offered through Coursera) *	2	45
2.	Introduction to Psychology*	4	90
3.	Introduction to Counselling	4	90
4.	Theories and Techniques of Counselling I	4	75
5.	Life Span Psychology	4	90
6.	Basic Counselling Skills	2	45
7.	Spiritual Formation	NC	20
8.	Psychopathology and Mental health	4	90
9.	Assessments in Counselling	3	75
10.	Areas of Counselling	4	90
11.	Theories and Techniques of Counselling II	4	75
12.	Advanced Counselling Skills	2	45
13.	Personal/Professional Development/Site Visits/	2	60
	Personal Therapy/Case Conference/Workshops/mentoring/
	Attending Conference/Volunteering Activities
14.	Supervised Practicum	1	30
15.	Internship		150
	* Courses done through Swayam or Coursera
	Total	40	1070

S.no	Subject	Credit Hours	Learning Hours
1	Research Methodology and Statistics	4	90
2	Therapies in Practice	3	75
3	Positive Psychology @ MLCU	1	15
4	Multi-Cultural Psychology @MCLU	1	30
5	Career Counselling @ MLCU	1	15
6	Art and Culture, Play Therapy @ MLCU	1	30
7	Specialization Streams
	1. Marriage and Family	20	510
	2. Child and Adolescent	20	510
	3. Health Care Counselling	20	510
	4. Group Therapy	20	510
12	Supervised Practicum	4	120
13	Internships	5	150
	Total	40	1035

S.no	Subjects	Credit Hours	Learning Hours
	Marriage and Family
1.	Marriage and Family Counselling	4	90
2.	Marriage and Family Therapy	4	105
3.	Workshops/Conferences/Coursera and Swayam Coursers	4	105
4.	Internships on the specialised area	4	120
5.	Thesis/Program Development	4	90
	Total	20	510

	Child and Adolescent
1.	School Counselling	4	90
2.	Child and Adolescent Counselling	4	105
3.	Workshops/Conferences/Coursera and Swayam Coursers	4	105
4.	Internships on the specialised area	4	120
5.	Thesis/Program Development	4	90
	Total	20	510

	Health Care Counselling
1.	Health Psychology 1	4	90
2.	Health Psychology 2	4	105
3.	Workshops/Conferences/Coursera and Swayam Coursers	4	105
4.	Internships on the specialised area	4	120
5.	Thesis/Program Development	4	90
	Total	20	510

	Group Therapy
1.	Group Counselling 1	4	90
2.	Group Counselling 2	4	105
3.	Workshops/Conferences/Coursera and Swayam Coursers	4	105
4.	Internships on the specialised area	4	120
5.	Thesis/Program Development	4	90
	Total	20	510