Bachelor of Science (Honours) Psycho-Social Guidance and Counselling
- Entry level
- A-Level entry
- Field of study
- Education & Teaching
- Duration
- 3 years (post-diploma) / 4 years (post-'A' Level)
- Institution
- University of Zimbabwe
Entry requirements
This is a degree. It is entered after A-Level, so O-Level results alone are not enough.
As the institution publishes it
At least 5 'O' Level passes including English Language, Mathematics and a Science subject; AND at least 2 'A' Level passes in relevant subjects, OR a Diploma in Education or other relevant qualification under the Zimbabwe National Qualifications Framework.
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About this programme
Prepares counsellors and guidance practitioners, particularly for schools and communities. You learn counselling theories and skills, psycho-social support, child protection and life-skills education, with supervised practice. For good listeners who want to support learners and communities. Supervised practice builds counselling skills used in schools and NGOs.
What you will study
Counselling theory and skills; guidance in schools; psycho-social support; child protection; life-skills education; research and ethics; supervised practice.
Further study and pathways
MSc in counselling or MEd in guidance; professional counselling registration where required; schools, NGOs and community services.
Source: University of Zimbabwe: UZ_Undergraduate_Programme_Catalogue.xlsx, sheet "Programmes"
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