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Canadian Virtual University - Online certificate in counselling women

certificate in counselling women

program description

The University Certificate in Counselling Women applies contemporary feminist theory to the practice of counselling. It develops basic counselling and problem-solving skills with a particular emphasis on crisis intervention skills and helping women solve specific and everyday problems.

This program is suitable for both volunteers and professionals currently working as crisis workers, social workers, family life educators, adult educators, nurses, teachers and vocational counselors.

Please note that this certificate is offered through distance education. You will receive course materials in the mail and submit your assignments and contact your tutor via email.

Career Possibilities

This certificate prepares students for careers in a wide range of fields, including teaching, social work, women's crisis centres, criminal justice, health care, law, policing, journalism, counselling, human resources, union officer, international aid officer, and policy analysis.

Further Education

The certificate can be transferred to degree programs at other universities if the courses fit the requirements at the receiving institution, for example:

admission requirements

  • Excellent English reading and writing skills. Please complete the English Language Assessment. Then copy your test results and email along with other documents supportiing your scholarship application.
  • Experience with computers, email, online research, and word processing
  • Reliable mail and Internet access

course requirements

To complete this certificate, you must complete 10, three-credit distance courses.

If you have extensive workplace experience in counselling, you may apply for Prior Learning Assessment to receive credit for your previous learning to reduce the number of courses required.

Once you are admitted to the program, your advisor will confirm the courses you must take. The courses below may change.

Required Courses:

 

Elective Courses:

In addition to the above required courses, you must complete three courses from the list below:

Scholarship Information

If you are a citizen of and living in a Caribbean country and if you meet the admission requirements, you may be eligible for a scholarship to pay your tuition for this program. Please see scholarships.

All other students should enrol directly at Athabasca University.

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