Provides students with the core concepts of psychology theories with in-depth grounding of the main foundational components in psychology Students are given examples of case studies to integrate theories with applications Students are taught the fundamentals of research methodology where experimental research is connected to practical applications. Ethical and professional issues and consideration of the cultural issues will be discussed

This certificate can be completed in as little as 6 Months.

Introduction to applied Psychology Research methods in psychology Biological Foundations child birth Emergence of Counseling as a Profession Nature Vs. Nurture debate (researches) Understand the importance of mastering counselling skills Hypothetical deductive reasoning

• Introduction to Counseling Psychology
• Counseling Psychology and Other Specialties
• Basic Concepts in Counseling and Psychotherapy
• Emergence of Counseling as a Profession
• Understand the common psychological problems in youth, adults and presenting problems of geriatrics
• Understand the importance of mastering counselling skills

Upon completion of the certificate, students will:

• Provide knowledge about major approaches to counselling and psychotherapy.
• Provide training in counselling skills and practice
• Introduce the ethical and professional issues faced by counsellors in human service industries.
• Introduce knowledge and skills in working with different client groups and specific client issues.

The recommended books for this program can be purchased directly by the student or through our school merchandise

Tuition for certificate programs is $560. Tuition for the Diploma programs is $900 and Tuition for Adv. Diploma programs is $1350. A one-time, non-refundable, application fee of $50 – and a Technology fee of $100 – are also required.​

After paying the application fee of $50, students pay a deposit half payment upon acceptance or conditional acceptance to the program. Students then make monthly equal payments of the balance, which includes the technology fee of $100

The faculty at the Jacobs-Abbey Global Institute for Leadership Studies will exceed your highest expectations. Our accomplished teachers and scholars engage in research and scholarly work that is characteristic of the learning environment both online and at cohort sessions. Our faculty is comprised of leading professors, diplomats, psychologists, educators, authors, coaches, practitioners, and theorists from across the globe. 

Majority of faculty members hold doctoral degrees and stay well-informed through research and scholarship that advance their field and enhance the value of your training.​

• Complete the online admissions application, including:
  • Essay questions, admissions and program-specific
  • Resume/curriculum vitae (CV)
  • Non-refundable $50 application fee
• Submit official transcripts from all colleges or universities where you earned a degree or certificate.
• Two letters of recommendation are required, from people who are in a position to evaluate your professional or academic work. The person making the recommendation may not be related to you.
• Interview with a faculty member of the department to which you seek entry if selected. This admission. We consider all of your application materials, and evaluate your academic potential in a variety of ways.