OVERVIEW

 

Welcome to the Master of Counselling programme, tailored for individuals dedicated to delivering top-quality mental health care to individuals with milder challenges. Our aim is to nurture skilled and compassionate counsellors who can pursue registration and licensing in Malaysia under the esteemed Board of Counsellors (Lembaga Kaunselor Malaysia).

 

This programme serves as a vital stepping stone for those passionate about engaging in the field of mental health. With a focus on upholding ethical standards and fostering competence, our programme equips you with the expertise to become a globally competitive practitioner and researcher.

School
Liberal Arts and Sciences

Intake Month

April and September

Study Options

Full time or Part time

Study Duration

2 - 3 years

Programme co-led

By Academic And Industrial Experts

Emphasises both

Research and practical training

Real World

Case Studies

Interested to know more? Start your journey with us now.

Join us for extended counselling sessions, from 18 March - 27 April 2024, Monday to Saturday between 10.00am - 5.00pm.

 

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WHY TAYLOR'S PROGRAMME OVERVIEW FEES AND SCHOLARSHIPS

Accreditation and/or Exemptions

Taylor's Master of Counselling programme has been accredited and recognised by:

Key Highlights of Master of Counselling

PROGRAMME STRUCTURE
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
FUTURE CAREERS

Our programme structure is carefully designed to align with the standards and guidelines set by Malaysia's Board of Counsellors (Lembaga Kaunselor Malaysia, LKM). We are committed to providing a curriculum that meets the requirements of professional counselling practice. Our goal is to prepare graduates who are not only qualified and competent but also well-equipped with the necessary skills and expertise to make a positive impact as counsellors.

 

Throughout the programme, we focus on developing your abilities in client assessment and management. You will learn effective strategies and techniques to understand and assess clients' needs, providing them with appropriate support and guidance.

Duration

Duration

Full time

2 years 

Part time

3 years

Key Components

Key Components

Core Modules

 

  • Human Development: Biopsychosocial and Psychopathological Issues
  • Counselling Interventions: Skills and Techniques
  • Group and Family Dynamics
  • Career Theories and Personal Development
  • Theories and Applications of Psychotherapy
  • Professional and Ethical Practice (Clinical)
  • Career Counselling: Assessments and Applications
  • Testing and Measurement in Counselling
  • Professional Ethics and Clinical Management
  • Thematic Multicultural Counselling
  • Case Management and Assessment

 

Practicum

  • Counselling Practicum

 

Research Project

  • Research Methodology and Statistics
  • Research Project

 

Internship

  • Counselling Internship

Fulfilling one of the requirements listed below:

 

Bachelors degree from a recognised university with a minimum CGPA of 2.50 or equivalent preferably but not necessarily with relevant industry experience.

 

Those with CGPA between 2.00 to 2.49 but with a minimum of 5 years' relevant working experience are also admissible.

 

For Malaysian students (if their undergraduate or postgraduate degree qualifications [whichever more recent] were done outside of Malaysia, and were not undertaken in the English language): IELTS 5.0 / TOEFL 500 paper based or 213 for computer-based (May join IEN preparatory course and achieve the IELTS score) The validity of the IELTS or equivalent is within 2 years from the date of the examination.

 

All candidates who fulfill the above requirements must pass Candidate Selection Interview to ensure comprehension of English language and the basic psychological wellbeing suitability of the candidate for the role as a Counsellor.

 

International Students

 

IELTS 5.0 / TOEFL 40 (Internet Based Test) (May join IEN preparatory course and achieve the IELTS score). The validity of the IELTS or equivalent is within 2 years from the date of the examination.

 

 

*All candidates who fulfill the above requirements must pass Candidate Selection Interview to ensure comprehension of English language and the basic psychological wellbeing suitability of the candidate for the role as a Counsellor.

When you've successfully completed this Master of Counselling programme, you could embark on any of these exciting careers, including:

  • Counsellor
  • Academician
  • Private Practitioner
  • Entrepreneur
  • Researcher
  • Airline Industry
  • Cruise Industry (accommodation, entertainment, leisure)
  • Celebrity Chef
  • Hospitality Consulting
  • Business Owner

 

Note: Graduates can work in the government sector (hospitals, universities, and clinics), private sector (hospitals, universities, corporate companies, clinics, and centres), and Non-Governmental Organisations.

 

Master of Counselling

I am Approximate Total Fees
Local Student
MYR 43,024
International Student
USD 13,474

We offer scholarships to help brightest minds

reach their fullest potential.

Note: Fees will be reviewed annually. For the avoidance of doubt, Taylor’s reserves the right to revise the fee payable for any given semester.

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