Georgian College · Canada

Bachelor of Counselling Psychology Hbcp

Campus Bachelor Full Time

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Delivery

Campus

Study mode

Full Time

Level

Bachelor

First-year fees

$71,720

Introduction

Bachelor of Counselling Psychology Hbcp is a Bachelor program taught at Georgian College, Canada. The program is offered in campus-based modes with full-time (4 years) options.

Georgian College’s Honours Bachelor of Counselling Psychology is designed for students who want to understand human behaviour and use that knowledge to promote the mental health of individuals, families, groups, and communities. Students are exposed to counselling approaches, plus a foundation in psychology research and theory. The curriculum includes non-core learning and covers areas such as diverse sociocultural factors, lifespan development, and research methods that inform counselling practice.

The program is delivered full-time and fully in person. Students complete internship and field placement components to apply academic knowledge in settings relevant to the program. Students also study counselling skills and counselling psychology through courses such as CNSL 1000 and CNSL 1001, along with psychology and interdisciplinary learning options like PSYC 1000 and INTS 1007, plus an elective non-core course selection.

Modules

CNSL 1000 – Introduction to Counselling Psychology
CNSL 1001 – Fundamental Counselling Skills
PSYC 1000 – Introduction to Psychology 1
INTS 1007 – Interdisciplinary Modes of Communication
Elective Non-Core Course – Select 1 of the following courses: SOCI 1000, HUMA 1012, or SCEN 1000

Admission Requirements

The minimum requirements for admission in Bachelor of Counselling Psychology Hbcp at Georgian College for all applicants (Domestic or International) are:

program specific academic requirment set by Georgian College.
English Language OR any other language requirments as set by Georgian College as pre-requiste for admission in Bachelor of Counselling Psychology Hbcp.

Note: Please check the university website in the link below.

Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent, or mature student status

Minimum overall average of 65 percent
Six Grade 12 U or M level courses
Grade 12 English (U)
Students presenting equivalent qualifications will also be considered for admission.
A grade 12 U or M Mathematics course is highly recommended.

Note: Social Service Worker or Child and Youth Care diploma graduates from all Ontario colleges, with an overall grade point average (GPA) of 70 per cent (B) or greater, can apply to our Advanced Standing stream.

Mature applicants may also be considered for admission to this program providing their previous school performance and/or recent work record suggests a strong possibility of academic success. In order to qualify, applicants must be 19 years of age on or before the commencement of the program and must have been away from formal education for at least one year immediately prior to beginning studies. Mature applicants must meet subject prerequisites prior to registration.

Applicants should be aware that first-year enrolment is limited; satisfying minimum entrance requirements does not guarantee admission.

Selection Process

Selection is based on academic grades and subject prerequisites; applicants must meet minimum averages to receive final acceptance.

Criminal Reference/Vulnerable Sector Check

Placement agencies require an up-to-date clear criminal reference check and vulnerable sector check prior to going out on placement. Students should obtain their criminal reference three months prior to placement; checks conducted earlier may not be considered current. As some jurisdictions require longer lead-time for processing, please check with the program coordinator to ensure you allow for sufficient turn-around time. It is the student’s responsibility to provide the completed document prior to placement start.

NOTE: A record of criminal offences, for which a pardon has not been granted, may prevent students from completing their placements, thereby affecting their ability to graduate.