We aim to provide adequate support to the Palestinian community in times of crisis.
These efforts seek to deliver an organized and effective contribution
to the recovery process from the traumas caused by
crises and the diverse pressures of life.
Overview
The Professional Diploma in Psychological Counseling aims to provide adequate support to the Palestinian community during times of crisis. These efforts seek to make a structured and effective contribution to the recovery process from the traumas caused by various life crises and stressors.
Unfortunately, Palestinians are exposed to traumatic experiences daily. For healing to take place, counselors need to be equipped with the necessary tools to help them address the diverse issues present in the community. The counseling program represents a long-term strategy to deal with these challenges. With the help of trained counselors, efforts can be unified to alleviate the needs of the community by offering timely assistance to those suffering from severe psychological trauma.
Specific Objectives:
The aim is to educate and prepare individuals and groups to provide culturally sensitive counseling for those in need within the Arab Palestinian context. We seek to develop our students through the following:
- Achieving academic excellence.
- Personal and social growth through a collaborative learning environment.
- Preparing and raising awareness among students to take on the role of counselors.
| Christian Counseling and Ethics A Christian integrative consultant based on biblical vision and values. |
Dr. Madliene Sara | 3 |
| Human Development Understanding the biopsychosocial, cognitive, and spiritual changes individuals undergo throughout the stages of life. |
Dr. Majeda Attallah | 3 |
| Psychological Counseling Skills Knowledge and skills necessary for effective psychological guidance for individuals. |
Dr. Mary Hananieh | 3 |
| Psychotherapy and Psychopathology The biopsychosocial and spiritual understanding of mental health and well-being. |
Ms. Alicia Handal | 3 |
| Family Dynamics Marriage counseling, family counseling, family systems, and the characteristics of healthy and unhealthy families. |
Mrs. Sandreen Hilal | 3 |
| Group Supervision Practical techniques for managing groups efficiently: providing tools and methods to enhance group interaction and organization. |
Dr. Mary Hananiah | 3 |
| Introduction to Religions The role of religion in the lives of individuals and its impact on mental health and behavior. |
Dr. Yousef Khoury
Dr. Cahrlie Abu Sada |
3 |
| Introduction to Self-Care Strategies for enhancing resilience and self-care to prevent secondary trauma and burnout. |
Dr. Madliene Sara | 3 |
| Trauma Assisting clients in managing their thoughts and emotions, adjusting to society, and improving personal well-being. |
1 | |
| Seminar/Practical Training Applying theoretical knowledge in real-life practical contexts. |
Department Dean | 2 |
| Communication Skills in Counseling The essential knowledge and skills for effective communication in counseling contexts. |
Mrs. Ursula Mukraker | 3 |
- OVERVIEW
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Overview
The Professional Diploma in Psychological Counseling aims to provide adequate support to the Palestinian community during times of crisis. These efforts seek to make a structured and effective contribution to the recovery process from the traumas caused by various life crises and stressors.
Unfortunately, Palestinians are exposed to traumatic experiences daily. For healing to take place, counselors need to be equipped with the necessary tools to help them address the diverse issues present in the community. The counseling program represents a long-term strategy to deal with these challenges. With the help of trained counselors, efforts can be unified to alleviate the needs of the community by offering timely assistance to those suffering from severe psychological trauma.
Specific Objectives:
The aim is to educate and prepare individuals and groups to provide culturally sensitive counseling for those in need within the Arab Palestinian context. We seek to develop our students through the following:
- Achieving academic excellence.
- Personal and social growth through a collaborative learning environment.
- Preparing and raising awareness among students to take on the role of counselors.
- CURRICULUM
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Christian Counseling and Ethics
A Christian integrative consultant based on biblical vision and values.Dr. Madliene Sara 3 Human Development
Understanding the biopsychosocial, cognitive, and spiritual changes individuals undergo throughout the stages of life.Dr. Majeda Attallah 3 Psychological Counseling Skills
Knowledge and skills necessary for effective psychological guidance for individuals.Dr. Mary Hananieh 3 Psychotherapy and Psychopathology
The biopsychosocial and spiritual understanding of mental health and well-being.Ms. Alicia Handal 3 Family Dynamics
Marriage counseling, family counseling, family systems, and the characteristics of healthy and unhealthy families.Mrs. Sandreen Hilal 3 Group Supervision
Practical techniques for managing groups efficiently: providing tools and methods to enhance group interaction and organization.Dr. Mary Hananiah 3 Introduction to Religions
The role of religion in the lives of individuals and its impact on mental health and behavior.Dr. Yousef Khoury Dr. Cahrlie Abu Sada
3 Introduction to Self-Care
Strategies for enhancing resilience and self-care to prevent secondary trauma and burnout.Dr. Madliene Sara 3 Trauma
Assisting clients in managing their thoughts and emotions, adjusting to society, and improving personal well-being.1 Seminar/Practical Training
Applying theoretical knowledge in real-life practical contexts.Department Dean 2 Communication Skills in Counseling
The essential knowledge and skills for effective communication in counseling contexts.Mrs. Ursula Mukraker 3
Program Duration
A one-year specialized professional diploma, divided into three semesters: Spring, Fall, and Summer.
Number of Courses
30 credit hours.
Program Cost
The cost per credit hour is 28 Jordanian Dinars.
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ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
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Possession of a high school diploma or its equivalent, with a certified copy submitted.
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Demonstrated motivation and commitment to the profession of psychological counseling.
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A personal interview to assess the applicant’s motivation, professional values, and personal competencies.
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Completion of the application form and submission of all required documents, including certificates, personal identification, and letters of recommendation.
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Payment of the application fee and confirmation of enrollment in accordance with the institution’s policy.
