A counsellor is a person trained to give guidance on personal or psychological problems.
Below is How To Become A Counsellor In Ghana
The Ghana Psychology Council is the only Regulatory Body mandated by the Health Professions Act 857 Section 5 to register and license all persons who have been trained in Psychology and Applied Psychology to enable them to practice legally in Ghana.
Professional
Academic requirements are Master’s degree/ PhD/Psyc.D. in any field in Psychology or in Counselling.
- Professionals-Foreign trained PhD. /Psych.D or Masters in Psychology/Counselling about to do internship
- Provisional members-
- Interns-Masters in Psychology/Counselling about to do internship
Paraprofessional
Academic requirements Bachelor’s Degree, Diploma in Applied Psychology or Counselling
Lay Practitioner
Academic requirements Certificate in Counselling
Psychologist Assistant
Academic requirements First Degree in Psychology.
What qualification do I need to practice as a Counsellor?
Your core practitioner training should be at the minimum level of a diploma in counselling or psychotherapy but could be a bachelor’s degree, master’s degree or doctorate.
These courses usually run at further or higher education colleges or universities.
What is the best course to become a Counsellor?
Complete an undergraduate degree such as a Bachelor of Counselling which is the most common qualification needed to be registered as a fully qualified Counsellor.
An undergraduate qualification will often give you important practical experience in a work environment.
How do I become a Counsellor without going to university?
By studying a college course.
You can study to become a counselor without having to go to university if you prefer.
There are many courses available to give you essential skills and an understanding of the role. However, only some will allow you to qualify as a counselor.