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Masters of Counselling (Clinical Mental Health)

Sunway University

Program overview

The Master of Counselling (Clinical Mental Health) program at Sunway University is designed to develop highly knowledgeable and skilled counseling professionals ready to address mental health issues in the community Graduates will be prepared to pursue professional certification as registered counselors with the Board of Counselors (Malaysia) – Lembaga Kaunselor Malaysia By completing the required supervised practice hours and fulfilling the Board's requirements, they will acquire both theoretical knowledge and practical skills essential for effective counseling

As the first private institution in Southeast Asia to offer this program, Sunway University delivers a comprehensive curriculum that encompasses a broad range of behavioral assessment and intervention techniques The program includes core areas such as developmental psychology, counseling theories, multicultural competence, career development, and group counseling It emphasizes the use of scientific, statistical, and digital methods while maintaining a strong commitment to ethical practices Additionally, students can choose electives like marital and family counseling, tele-mental health, and counseling entrepreneurship, which further enrich their educational experience

Entry Requirements

  • A bachelor's degree in the field or related fields with a minimum CGPA of 2.50 or equivalent as accepted by the HEP Senate

For other qualifications and certificates (e.g., Other qualifications equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree , etc..) please contact our educational consultants or submit your application for Admission assessment.

Future Careers

  • Clinical Mental Health Counsellor
  • Marriage and Family Therapists
  • School Counsellor
  • University Counsellor
  • Substance Abuse and Addiction Counsellor
  • Juvenile Counsellor
  • Forensic Counsellor
  • Career Counsellor
  • Community Health Counsellor
  • Geriatric Counsellor
  • Clinical Supervisor
  • Rehabilitation Counsellor
  • Researcher in Counselling
  • Sports and Athletic Counsellor
  • Entrepreneur
  • Educator

Curriculum

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Programme Structure

Core Subjects

  • Development across Lifespan
  • Theories and Process of Counselling
  • Foundation of Counselling Skills
  • Theories of Career Development
  • Career Counselling in Practice
  • Theories and Techniques of Group Counselling
  • Multicultural Counselling
  • Counselling Research Design & Statistics
  • Psychological Testing
  • Assessment in Counselling
  • Legal and Ethics in Counselling
  • Research Project

Electives

Pick 1 elective

  • Marital and Family Counselling
  • Tele-Mental Health Counselling
  • Entrepreneurship in Counselling

Core: Specialisation Subjects

  • Crisis Intervention in Counselling
  • Children & Adolescent Mental Health
  • Clinical Mental Health Counselling
  • Psychopathology in Counselling

Entry requirements

Master's: a bachelor's degree in a related field.

Typically IELTS 6 or equivalent (TOEFL / PTE). Some universities offer a preparatory English program if you haven't reached the score yet.

Exact requirements vary by program, and an English certificate such as IELTS or an equivalent may be required.

Career opportunities

  • Medical doctor
  • Dentist
  • Nurse
  • Allied health professional

Is this program right for you?

Send us your qualifications and we'll confirm your eligibility and next steps during your consultation.

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