Psychology & Counselling (Award-bearing programmes)

Psychology is the scientific study of behaviour and mental processes. Psychologists try to describe, predict, and explain human behaviour and mental processes, as well as help change and improve the lives of people and the world in which they live. An understanding of psychology can be applied in many different fields, such as teaching, counselling, health and community services, marketing, management and training.

Counselling is a practice originated from humanistic and existential psychology, with counsellors/counselling psychologists seeking to improve clients’ well-being through a variety of means, the most important of which is the helping relationship.

The School currently offers a wide range of award-bearing courses in psychology and counselling. Each of these courses has been designed to cater to the diverse interests and learning needs of different individuals. All courses are taught by seasoned psychologists and practitioners in the field.

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Advanced Certificate in Counselling

Are you looking to enhance your career with valuable counselling skills? Do you want to gain deeper insights into yourself and others? Our Advanced Certificate in Counselling program offers you the perfect opportunity to achieve these goals.

This comprehensive course provides a solid foundation in counselling theories and techniques, preparing you for both personal growth and professional advancement. Many of our graduates have successfully pursued master's degrees in counselling and psychology, both in Hong Kong and internationally.

Start 07 OCT 2025 (TUE)

Duration 1 year

Fee HK$22,800

Advanced Certificate in Psychology

Would you like to be a psychologist? Would you like to learn more about yourself?

The Advanced Certificate in Psychology provides a comprehensive overview of the scientific study of thought and behaviours, We have supported many graduates of this course to pursue master's degree in psychology/counselling in Hong Kong and the rest of the world.

Some of the topics that you will learn in this course includes, 1) how people from different cultures react differently in negotiation, 2) how typical-developing children and children with learning difficulties learn differently, 3) the nature and definition of psychology. The modules will provide you with a general understanding of the discipline and better prepare you for advanced studies in psychology and other related disciplines.

Start 07 OCT 2025 (TUE)

Duration 1 year

Fee HK$22,800

Advanced Certificate in Life Coaching

This programme is designed for those who wish to apply life coaching skills in a variety of roles so that they can support the people they work with to achieve their life goals or for self-development. It is intended as a introductory as well as intermediate course for students to pursue continued development in area of life coaching.

Start 16 JUN 2025 (MON)

Duration 7 months

Fee HK$22800

Certificate in Cognitive Psychology

Dive into the science of the mind with this introductory programme in cognitive psychology, cognitive science, and machine learning. Gain essential knowledge that bridges psychology and technology, preparing you for university studies in psychology, neuroscience, artificial intelligence, and data analytics. Graduates can pursue bachelor's or postgraduate degrees in various disciplines, including psychology, cognitive science, biological psychology, quantitative psychology, big data analytics, and artificial intelligence.

(Note: As an introductory programme, no prior programming experience is required.)

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Duration 7 months

Fee HK$10,500

Certificate in Positive Psychology

The Certificate in Positive Psychology introduces students to the core principles and concepts of positive psychology, exploring both its philosophical underpinnings and practical applications. Through this program, students will learn the research and practices that form the cornerstone of this field. By engaging in positive psychology exercises, participants can cultivate enhanced mental well-being while developing psychological resilience and personal resources.

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Duration 8 months

Fee Course Fee: HK$14,300

Executive Certificate in Applied Psychology

Applied psychology is the use of theory and findings in psychology to solve practical problems in important areas of the human environment, including education, health, the workplace, and so on. This programme is designed to help participants apply cutting-edge theory to real-world situations. It is made up of different registered psychologists and other related specialists to deliver a powerful curriculum that explores a range of human behaviors, including how to motivate individuals and organizations, how to assess and improve performance and how to pursue healthy lives.

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Duration 6 months

Fee HK$8,600