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Psychology is the scientific study of human behavior and mental processes. Psychologists strive to describe, predict, and explain these phenomena, while also working to improve people's lives and the world around them. The principles of psychology can be applied across various fields, including education, counselling, healthcare, community services, marketing, management, and professional development.
Counselling, rooted in humanistic and existential psychology, is a practice where counsellors and counselling psychologists aim to enhance their clients' well-being through various methods. The cornerstone of this practice is the therapeutic relationship between counsellor and client.
Our School offers a comprehensive range of psychology and counselling courses, from short-term programs to award-bearing qualifications. These courses are tailored to meet the diverse interests and learning needs of individuals from all walks of life. All our courses are taught by experienced psychologists and practitioners in the field, ensuring high-quality, practical education.
We invite you to explore our offerings and join our community of learners. For the latest updates on events and seminars, please visit our Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/hkuspacepsy/.
Embark on your journey in psychology and counselling with HKU School of Professional and Continuing Education, where we blend academic rigor with practical application to prepare you for success in this dynamic field.
Psychology & Counselling Programmes
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The objectives of this short course are (1) to introduce participants to the field of psychology; (2) to describe how various psychological approaches contribute to our understanding of everyday life settings; and (3) to apply the knowledge from these studies to our own personal and professional lives.
In the post-VUCA era, the majority of the workforce is from Generation Z while others are from different generations. In order to engage the Millennium at work and achieve organisational goals more effectively, It is necessary for leaders to understand the beliefs, values, personalities and behaviours of young employees. This understanding will help leaders to be more analytical and able to predict the responses of employees in different situations. Leaders will be more able to influence employees, create a positive and innovate working environment, solve difficult problems, promote team work and facilitate organisational changes.
In the era of digital economy, executives should not only be professional in their functions but also know how to engage their people, including open communication, value people over task, team approach, accept ambiguity and facilitate staff's development. This programme will improve your knowledge and skill in coaching. But, more important is before coaching others, you need to learn how to coach yourself: be more humble, willing to listen, be active in listening. Through the approach of coaching-based leadership, you will understand how to enhance yourself, at the same time, improve performance through the development of your staff.
This Postgraduate Diploma programme caters for the teachers, therapists, social workers and health-related professionals, providing them with practical experience, systematic training and environment to the interested and qualified students to fulfill one quarter of the requirements to become a registered music therapist with the Australian Music Therapy Association.
On completion of the programme, students should be able to:
- acquire initial skills in the use of music as a medium to stimulate positive health and educational changes in child clients;
- be able to fulfil the task of a music therapist in training using basic methods; and
- learn basic design and appraisal of therapeutic programme or approach within the appropriate ethical standards of practice for working with child clients.
(Note: As an introductory programme, no prior programming experience is required.)
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.
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.
The Advanced Diploma in Applied Social Sciences features two specialised tracks: Counselling and Psychology. Upon successful completion of the program, students will be awarded either an Advanced Diploma in Applied Social Sciences (Counselling) or an Advanced Diploma in Applied Social Sciences (Psychology), depending on their chosen track.
On completion of the programme, students should be able to
- Explore the concept of autism spectrum disorder and apply principles of effective work with individuals with autism spectrum disorder;
- outline continuous data collection techniques such as frequency recording, episodic severity, and duration recording;
- explain discontinuous data collection techniques, such as momentary time sampling and partial interval recording;
- summarise how graphs are used in behavioural support;
- demonstrate implementation of behaviour support, stimuli control, and skill acquisition plans; and
- demonstrate effective and ethical treatment of individuals with challenging behaviours.
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