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How do I become a registered counsellor (顾问）in Singapore?
Choosing a recognized program
The important first step in becoming a counsellor is deciding on what courses you need to take. Singapore has a list of counselling programs, and believes a good education is essential to building a good counselling ecosystem in Singapore.
The Postgraduate Diploma in Counselling Psychology (PDCP) is a 15-month part-time program for：
•Anyone looking to advance their professional qualification with authentic counselling experience.
•Anyone with a deep interest in understanding human behavior.
•Anyone with a calling to help those who may be suffering from emotional or psychological trauma (创伤)。
The Postgraduate Diploma in Counselling Psychology program allows you to：
•Advance to a professional qualification and attain authentic counselling experience.
•Achieve competence, allowing you to practice within the guidelines and ethical codes(道德规范）of counselling
•Be able to be aware of personal growth and self-awareness through self-exploration.
Registering as a Counsellor
To register as a member, ensure you meet all the requirements and have your documents ready before registration.
•There is a $ 50 registration fee.
•A passport sized photo.
•You will need to provide your counselling log sheet individually supported by a registered counsellor.
•You must have completed 600 hours of face-to-face counselling and 60 hours clinical supervision.
•You are required to submit your academic transcripts (成绩单).
•A current letter of employment with official letter.
For more information, please visit the school website. Your status as a registered counsellor has to be renewed (更新) every 2 years.
21.What is the key to a good counselling ecosystem?
A. The length of time. B. The choice of courses.
C. The effectiveness of decisions. D. The quality of education.
22.Who is likely to apply for the program?
A. Someone providing passports.
B. Someone suffering from mental disorders.
C. Someone hoping to explore human behavior.
D. Someone currently seeking employment.
23.What can we know about the PDCP program?
A. Registration for the program is free of charge.
B. Participants will be able to know personal growth.
C. The status as a registered counsellor is permanent.
D. Participants will complete 60 hours of face-to-face counselling.
