The academic content and curriculum of the Psychological Counseling and Guidance Teacher Education Undergraduate Program is designed to provide students with a comprehensive education in the field of psychological counseling and guidance. The program includes a variety of courses with a focus on the fields of psychology, educational sciences and guidance. Below you can find the main elements of the typical curriculum of this program:
Basic Psychology Courses: Students learn the basic concepts of psychology to understand the mental processes and behavior of the individual. These courses usually cover developmental psychology, social psychology, learning psychology, personality psychology and abnormal psychology.
Education Sciences Courses: These courses include topics such as teaching methods, educational psychology, measurement and evaluation in education, philosophy of education and program development. Students study educational processes and learning theories in depth.
Guidance and Counseling Courses: Students are taught techniques for counseling individuals with educational, career and personal problems. These courses include principles of guidance and counseling, group dynamics, career counseling and crisis intervention techniques.
Applied Courses and Workshops: Students consolidate their theoretical knowledge through practical classes and workshops. This enables students to acquire the necessary skills to deal with real-life situations.
Research Methodology and Statistics Courses: Students learn research methods and statistical analysis techniques. These courses develop skills in conducting scientific research and analyzing data.
Ethics and Professional Development Courses: These courses teach students ethical principles and professional practices in the field of guidance and counseling. Professional responsibilities and ethical decision-making processes are emphasized.
Internship and Practicum Experiences: Internships, an important part of the program, allow students to gain real-world experience in educational institutions and other institutions in related fields. This experience increases their chances of finding a job after graduation and provides students with practical skills.
The aim of the program is to train students as qualified professionals who can provide effective guidance and psychological counseling services in educational institutions and other related fields. Graduates will have the knowledge and skills to contribute to the educational, career and personal development of individuals.