COURSES

BCCC

Introduction

The Basic Christian Counselling Course (BCCC) is a qualification in its own right but also serves as a transitional route for entry in the BA Degree programme in cases where students have not met the BA Degree admission requirements. The Basic Christian Counselling Course (previously known as the Caregivers Qualification) is meant for Christians interested or involved in church related counselling and equips students to understand and apply Christian counselling techniques. The course can furthermore be of great use for professionals working in social care, health care and education sectors such as auxiliary social workers, care workers for the elderly and/or children, matrons, nurses and teachers. The counselling techniques covered in the course pertain to self-awareness, anger, anxiety, depression, marriage and family relationships, crisis and trauma situations and adolescents (in process of accreditation).

Description

Basic Christian Counselling Course

Duration:

1-3 years

Difficulty:

12 study hours per week

Primary Language:

English

Method of Tuition:

Open-distance learning

Compulsory tutorial classes

Study letters and manuals/guides

Prescribed books

Online discussions and activities

Assessment: Formal and continuous assessment

1. Formal assessment: Typed assignments and semester examinations.

2. Continuous assessment: Tutorial class and online work.

Practical assignments may have to be completed.

Additional information about assessment is available in the ICP Prospectus.

Additional Description:

For information about the Basic Christian Counselling Course (BCCC) exposition, subject contents and fees, download the ICP Prospectus.

PGCP

Introduction

The Postgraduate Course in Christian Psychology is meant for Christian mental health professionals and counsellors (psychologists, psychometrists, psychological counsellors, pastors, ministers and social workers) interested in the integration of biblical faith and psychology. With the completion of this course students will understand the rationale for integration and the integration models. Students will be able to provide, as Christian mental health professionals and counsellors, mental health services and counselling from a biblically based systemic perspective. This perspective includes the intra-psychic functioning, interpersonal functioning and spiritual functioning of people (in process of accreditation).

Description

Postgraduate Course in Christian Psychology

Duration:

1 year

Difficulty:

12-15 study hours per week

Primary Language:

English

Method of Tuition:

Open-distance learning

Compulsory tutorial classes

DVDs

Study letters and manuals/guides

Prescribed books

Online discussions and activities

Assessment: Formal and continuous assessment

1. Formal assessment: Typed assignments and semester examinations.

2. Continuous assessment: Tutorial class and online work.

Practical assignments may have to be completed.

Additional information about assessment is available in the ICP Prospectus.

Additional Description:

For information about the Postgraduate Course in Christian Psychology exposition, subject contents and fees, download the ICP Prospectus.

BA

Introduction

There are two options available for students who want to register for the BA degree (accredited): • BA Degree (General) • BA Degree (Psychology). Students who are not specifically interested in Psychology can select to enrol for the BA Degree (General) and can major in Industrial Psychology and/or Communication and/or Sociology and/or Education. This degree has a specific focus on the world of work and will equip students with the necessary knowledge and skills to pursue careers in the fields of business, politics, research and/or education. Students interested in the field of Psychology can major in Psychology with specialization in Christian Psychology. This qualification forms a spiritual, academic and professional basis to practice in the mental health field as a Christian. The BA Degree in Psychology may lead to acceptance in Psychology post-graduate programmes (e.g. Honours in Psychology, Bachelor of Psychology)

Description

BA Degree

Duration:

3-5 years

Difficulty:

Time-intensive; estimated 20-25 study hours per week

Primary Language:

English

Method of Tuition:

Open-distance learning

Compulsory tutorial classes

DVDs

Study letters and manuals/guides

Prescribed books

Online discussions and activities

Assessment: Formal and continuous assessment

1. Formal assessment: Typed assignments and semester examinations.

2. Continuous assessment: Tutorial class and online work.

Practical assignments may have to be completed.

Additional information about assessment is available in the ICP Prospectus.

Additional Description:

For information about the BA Degree (General/Psychology) exposition, subject contents and fees, download the ICP Prospectus.

B PSYCH

Introduction

The Bachelor of Psychology (accredited) is a professional degree (SAQA NQF Level 7, level 8 on the HEQF) that may lead to registration as a registered counsellor upon successful completion. The BPsych is a four year degree of which the first 3 years correspond to the BA degree (Psychology). This degree is meant for students who are interested in furthering their counselling skills. The BPsych fourth year includes thorough theoretical training in child and adult psychopathology, community psychology, trauma counselling, psychological assessment, pastoral counselling and counselling. It also includes practical training in research skills and counselling techniques. This qualification focuses on general counselling, pastoral counselling, trauma counselling and community psychology. On completion of the degree students are required to complete a six months, full time (one year part time) internship at an institution approved by the Health Professions Council of South Africa. After completion of the internship, graduates are able to write the board exam in order to register as a professional Counsellor. BPsych fourth year selection takes place in September/October each year and registration takes place in January of the study year. Students can choose between three different focus areas during the fourth year of the BPsych: 1) Trauma Counselling; 2) School Counselling; 3) Pastoral Counselling.

Description

Bachelor of Psychology Degree

Duration:

4 - 6 years

Difficulty:

Time-intensive; estimated 25 study hours per week; many hours of practical work

Primary Language:

English

Method of Tuition:

Contact education

Compulsory contact sessions

Study notes

Prescribed books

Online discussions and activities

Assessment: Formal and continuous assessment; practical work

1. Formal assessment: Typed assignments and semester examinations.

2. Continuous assessment: Contact session and online work.

3. Practical Work: Research skills will be assessed by means of a research project that must be proposed and implemented. Counselling skills will be assessed through the recording of counselling sessions and feedback given in supervision sessions. An additional six-month, full-time internship must also be completed at approved institutions and under professional supervision.

Additional information about assessment is available in the ICP Prospectus.

Additional Description:

For information about the BPsych exposition, focus areas, subject contents and fees, download the ICP Prospectus.


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HOME ABOUT ICP ABOUT US OUR TEAM VISION & MISSION OBJECTIVES COURSES ADMISSIONS FAQ’s POSITIONS AVAILABLE RESEARCH & PUBLICATION NEWS Articles Prospectus Newsletters COUNSELLING SERVICES CONTACT US LOGIN	Courses BCCC Introduction The Basic Christian Counselling Course (BCCC) is a qualification in its own right but also serves as a transitional route for entry in the BA Degree programme in cases where students have not met the BA Degree admission requirements. The Basic Christian Counselling Course (previously known as the Caregivers Qualification) is meant for Christians interested or involved in church related counselling and equips students to understand and apply Christian counselling techniques. The course can furthermore be of great use for professionals working in social care, health care and education sectors such as auxiliary social workers, care workers for the elderly and/or children, matrons, nurses and teachers. The counselling techniques covered in the course pertain to self-awareness, anger, anxiety, depression, marriage and family relationships, crisis and trauma situations and adolescents (in process of accreditation). Description Basic Christian Counselling Course Duration: 1-3 years Difficulty: 12 study hours per week Primary Language: English Method of Tuition: Open-distance learning Compulsory tutorial classes Study letters and manuals/guides Prescribed books Online discussions and activities Assessment: Formal and continuous assessment 1. Formal assessment: Typed assignments and semester examinations. 2. Continuous assessment: Tutorial class and online work. Practical assignments may have to be completed. Additional information about assessment is available in the ICP Prospectus. Additional Description: For information about the Basic Christian Counselling Course (BCCC) exposition, subject contents and fees, download the ICP Prospectus. PGCP Introduction The Postgraduate Course in Christian Psychology is meant for Christian mental health professionals and counsellors (psychologists, psychometrists, psychological counsellors, pastors, ministers and social workers) interested in the integration of biblical faith and psychology. With the completion of this course students will understand the rationale for integration and the integration models. Students will be able to provide, as Christian mental health professionals and counsellors, mental health services and counselling from a biblically based systemic perspective. This perspective includes the intra-psychic functioning, interpersonal functioning and spiritual functioning of people (in process of accreditation). Description Postgraduate Course in Christian Psychology Duration: 1 year Difficulty: 12-15 study hours per week Primary Language: English Method of Tuition: Open-distance learning Compulsory tutorial classes DVDs Study letters and manuals/guides Prescribed books Online discussions and activities Assessment: Formal and continuous assessment 1. Formal assessment: Typed assignments and semester examinations. 2. Continuous assessment: Tutorial class and online work. Practical assignments may have to be completed. Additional information about assessment is available in the ICP Prospectus. Additional Description: For information about the Postgraduate Course in Christian Psychology exposition, subject contents and fees, download the ICP Prospectus. BA Introduction There are two options available for students who want to register for the BA degree (accredited): • BA Degree (General) • BA Degree (Psychology). Students who are not specifically interested in Psychology can select to enrol for the BA Degree (General) and can major in Industrial Psychology and/or Communication and/or Sociology and/or Education. This degree has a specific focus on the world of work and will equip students with the necessary knowledge and skills to pursue careers in the fields of business, politics, research and/or education. Students interested in the field of Psychology can major in Psychology with specialization in Christian Psychology. This qualification forms a spiritual, academic and professional basis to practice in the mental health field as a Christian. The BA Degree in Psychology may lead to acceptance in Psychology post-graduate programmes (e.g. Honours in Psychology, Bachelor of Psychology) Description BA Degree Duration: 3-5 years Difficulty: Time-intensive; estimated 20-25 study hours per week Primary Language: English Method of Tuition: Open-distance learning Compulsory tutorial classes DVDs Study letters and manuals/guides Prescribed books Online discussions and activities Assessment: Formal and continuous assessment 1. Formal assessment: Typed assignments and semester examinations. 2. Continuous assessment: Tutorial class and online work. Practical assignments may have to be completed. Additional information about assessment is available in the ICP Prospectus. Additional Description: For information about the BA Degree (General/Psychology) exposition, subject contents and fees, download the ICP Prospectus. B PSYCH Introduction The Bachelor of Psychology (accredited) is a professional degree (SAQA NQF Level 7, level 8 on the HEQF) that may lead to registration as a registered counsellor upon successful completion. The BPsych is a four year degree of which the first 3 years correspond to the BA degree (Psychology). This degree is meant for students who are interested in furthering their counselling skills. The BPsych fourth year includes thorough theoretical training in child and adult psychopathology, community psychology, trauma counselling, psychological assessment, pastoral counselling and counselling. It also includes practical training in research skills and counselling techniques. This qualification focuses on general counselling, pastoral counselling, trauma counselling and community psychology. On completion of the degree students are required to complete a six months, full time (one year part time) internship at an institution approved by the Health Professions Council of South Africa. After completion of the internship, graduates are able to write the board exam in order to register as a professional Counsellor. BPsych fourth year selection takes place in September/October each year and registration takes place in January of the study year. Students can choose between three different focus areas during the fourth year of the BPsych: 1) Trauma Counselling; 2) School Counselling; 3) Pastoral Counselling. Description Bachelor of Psychology Degree Duration: 4 - 6 years Difficulty: Time-intensive; estimated 25 study hours per week; many hours of practical work Primary Language: English Method of Tuition: Contact education Compulsory contact sessions Study notes Prescribed books Online discussions and activities Assessment: Formal and continuous assessment; practical work 1. Formal assessment: Typed assignments and semester examinations. 2. Continuous assessment: Contact session and online work. 3. Practical Work: Research skills will be assessed by means of a research project that must be proposed and implemented. Counselling skills will be assessed through the recording of counselling sessions and feedback given in supervision sessions. An additional six-month, full-time internship must also be completed at approved institutions and under professional supervision. Additional information about assessment is available in the ICP Prospectus. Additional Description: For information about the BPsych exposition, focus areas, subject contents and fees, download the ICP Prospectus.

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