1. To introduce the students to this Diploma Programme and provide basic orientation. 

2. To have a basic understanding of pastoral counselling

1.       Introducing the Programme and its dynamics, methodology and historical progress.

2.      Theological Perspectives of pastoral counselling and its ethical part.

3.      Call to be a counsellor

4.        Different areas of Pastoral counselling  

1. Understanding human development across the lifespan. 

1.  Introduction to general Psychology

2. Developmental stages and theories

3. Understanding the challenges and transitions associated from infancy to adulthood.

4. Recognizing the impact of cultural, social, and environmental factors on human development

1.  Exploring common mental health disorders such as anxiety, depression, bipolar           disorder, and schizophrenia.

2.  Examining how faith and religion can influence mental well-being.

3. Addressing the importance of self-care for individuals living with mental health issues.

4. Pastoral counselling is collaborative ministry

1. Learning various counselling approaches, techniques and effective communication skills to facilitate therapeutic relationships and promote healing.

1. Understanding the dynamics of the counselling relationship and Building Therapeutic       Relationships

2. Developing skills in active listening, empathy, and nonverbal communication to establish rapport and create a safe space for clients.

3. Learning to interpret and respond appropriately with clints

4. Ethics of counselling . 

   V

1. Understanding theories and techniques of psychotherapeutic approaches.

1.  Psychoanalytic Therapy

2.  Existential therapy

3.  Person centred Therapy

4. Solution focused Therapy

1. Understanding theories and techniques of psychotherapeutic approaches.

1.  Rational Emotive Behaviour Therapy (REBT)

2. Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT)

3. Trauma Management

4. Family therapy

    VII

1.  Exploring the unique dynamics of marital and family relationships, addressing common issues, and developing skills to provide counselling and support.

Grief and Loss Counselling

1. Understanding grief and loss of the people, and learn to accompany them through bereavement and the healing journey.

1.        Exploring the stages and dynamics of grief

2.       Examining the unique challenges associated with traumatic loss and complicated             grief,

3.      Learning approaches for providing effective support and healing.

4.            Exploring the role of rituals, ceremonies, and community and mourning process

   IX

      1.  Examining the nature of addiction, its impact on individuals and                         families,   and approaches to counselling and support for those                           struggling with addiction .   

1.       Knowing the different types of addiction, the impact on individuals and their relationships

2.    Underlying factors contributing to addictive behaviours

3.    Personalized treatment plans, setting goals, and choosing appropriate interventions

      4.     Developing practical application of these interventions, and behaviour change techniques

    1.      Developing skills to provide immediate support and counselling in                       crisis situations or traumatic events

1.        Exploring the principles and techniques of crisis assessment, and knowing crisis response                  protocols, de-escalatio     techniques,

2.      Understanding the impact of trauma on individuals' mental health

3.      Understanding the principles of creating a safe and empowering environment,

       4.      Examining the concept of post-traumatic growth and the potential for personal                                        transformation and resilience after experiencing trauma.