Universities offering counselling psychology in Kenya

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Counselling psychology is one of the best courses to study in Kenya.There are several universities which offer this course in the country, they include:

  • Kenyatta University

Bachelor Of Arts (Counselling Psychology)

Admission requirements

Requirements
i.    Mean grade C+ (plus) at KCSE or equivalent with at least C (plain) in English and Mathematics,
ii.    Mean grade of C (plain) with a diploma (passed with credit) in any field of study from a recognized institution of higher learning with evidence of experience of at least two years of practice in a relevant field (e.g. Counselling, Psychology, Religion/Theology, Social Work, Nursing, Computer Science, Public Health, HIV/AIDS, Lab. Technology).
iii.    Mean grade of C- (minus) at KCSE and progressed from certificate to Diploma at Kenyatta University or any other recognized/accredited Institutions.

  • KCA University

Diploma in Counselling Psychology

Entry Qualifications

Minimum of C minus (KCSE)

Africa Nazarene University

Bachelor of Counseling Psychology

Description of the ProgramCounseling Psychology Program will enhance students’ understanding of human behavior, ability to administer psychological assessment, facilitate behavior change and increase awareness of issues that will affect relationships.
Objectives of the ProgramCounseling Psychology will equip you with professional counseling expertise and
research competence as well as empower you to become a people’s helper
Units OfferedProfessional Counseling Theories of Counseling Psychology Introduction to Psychology Personal Development: I Practice of Counseling Human Growth and Development Ethical and Legal Issues Personal Development II & Personal Therapy I E-Therapy Communication Skills for Counselors Personality Psychology Psychopathology Supervision in Counseling Practice I & Personal Therapy II Group Therapy Research Methods in Counseling Psychology Voluntary Counseling and Testing Counseling for Medical Conditions Psychological Assessments Counseling Practicum I Trauma and Trauma Counseling Substance Abuse Counseling Therapeutic Psychology Entrepreneurship Crisis Counseling Family Counseling Neuropsychology/Psychopharmacology Human Sexuality Stress Management and Counseling Career Guidance and Counseling Integration of Psychology, Christian (Biblical) & African Wo
Admission RequirementsOverall Grade of C+ in KCSE and C in Maths Or 2 principals & a Subsidiary (A’level),
Or
5 credits in IGCSE or equivalent Or
Minimum GPA of 2.3 from Diploma
Or
Credit pass at Diploma level
NB:
Exemptions awarded to applicants with a minimum GPA of 2.7.
  • Tangaza University College

Bachelor of Arts in Counselling Psychology

For students aiming to join the regular programme we accept applicants with:

– A C+ and above in the (K.C.S.E) Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education examiniations OR its equivalent

For students aiming to join the completion path we accept applicants with:

– A recognised Diploma in Counselling Psychology degree from an accredited institution.

  • University of Nairobi

Masters in Counselling Psychology( INTAKE) ( Nairobi/Kisumu/Mombasa) N/B School based available at Main Campus

1. The common regulations for the Masters’ degrees of the University of Nairobi and the Faculty of Arts shall apply.

2 The following shall be eligible for admission into the Master of Counselling Psychology:

2.1. A holder of Bachelor’s degree or equivalent with an Upper Second Class Honours in psychology, counselling, sociology or related field from the University of Nairobi or from any other University recognized by the Senate.

2.1 A holder of a degree with at least Lower Second Class Honours in any field from the University of Nairobi or any other University recognized by the Senate with two years of relevant working experience.

2.3. A holder of a Pass degree from the University of Nairobi or any other university recognized by the Senate may be considered for admission if he/she has at least five years relevant experience or has a postgraduate diploma in a relevant field from a University recognized by the Senate.

3.0. CREDIT TRANSFER AND EXEMPTIONS

A candidate on the recommendation of the Board of Postgraduate Studies and approved by the Senate, may be allowed to transfer up to a maximum of one third of the course units offered in the program that a candidate will have passed in the prior institution. Applicants seeking transfer of credits shall:

3.1 Send a formal application to the Director, Board of Postgraduate Studies, through the Dean, Faculty of Arts, seeking transfer of credits; justification of the request and evidence of credentials which would support such request shall be attached to the application.

3.2 Pay the prescribed fees for transfer of credits before the application is processed.

3.3 Be allowed to transfer units which are equivalent to the same level offered at the University of Nairobi.

Fee structure

TUITION                                             27,000 
EXAMINATION (PER UNIT @1000)                                               1,000 
MEDICAL FEE (PER YEAR)                                               6,500 
ICT SERVICES – (PER YEAR)                                               7,000 
CAUTION – (ONCE)                                               5,000 
LIBRARY (PER YEAR)                                                5,000 
ACTIVITY-( PER YEAR)                                               2,000 
REGISTRATION (PER SEMESTER@2250)                                               2,250 
ID CARD ( PER YEAR)                                               1,000 
STUDENT ORGANISATION(PER YEAR)                                               1,000 
THESIS EXAMINATION                                             30,000 
   Semester totals 
Sem1 2 units                                     85,750
  3 units                                   113,750
  4 units                                   141,750
   Semester totals 
Sem2 ,3,5 or 6 1 unit                                     30,250
  2 units                                     58,250
  3 units                                     86,250
  4 units                                   114,250
   Semester totals 
Sem4, 7, or 10 1 unit                                     52,750
  2 units                                     80,750
  3 units                                   108,750
  4 units                                   136,750
Project =4units  
Project in sems 4 or 7                                   166,750
Other sems                                   144,250
   
SUMMARY OF TOTAL FEES  
Sem1 4 units                                   141,750
Sem2 4 units                                   114,250
Sem3 4 units                                   114,250
Sem4 PROJECT                                   166,750
Totals                   537,000
   
MASTER IN PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION  
SUMMARY OF TOTAL FEES  
Sem1 5 units                                   169,750
Sem2 5 units                                   142,250
Sem3 2 units                                     80,750
Sem4 PROJECT                                   166,750
Totals                   559,500
  • Africa International University

Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Counselling

  • USIU

Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology

  • Technical University of Kenya

Certificate in Counselling Psychology

Requirements
KCSE D+ (Plus)

Duration
2 Semesters

Category: 

Certificate

  • Zetech University

Diploma in Counseling Psychology

Entry Requirements

  • An aggregate grade of C-(C Minus) and above in K.C.S.E
  • Minimum grade of D- in either Mathematics /Business Studies/Geography/History/CRE/Computer Studies/Agriculture either with
  • Minimum grade of D- in English or Kiswahili
  • Moi University

Masters of Arts (Counseling Psychology)

Admission requirements
The admission requirements for this programme shall be:
An upper second class Hons degree in counseling psychology, psychology, guidance and counseling or any other relevant degree
Those with lower second class Hons will in addition be required to have two years’ experience in a relevant field or the lower second class Hons degree plus a post graduate diploma in counseling or psychology.

  • St Paul’s University

Diploma in Counselling Psychology

Entry Requirements

  • a minimum of C- (Minus) in K.C.S.E or
  • division IV in K.C.E. or
  • A mean grade of D+ (Plus) with a recognized certificate in a relevant area of study
  • Daystar University

MA Counselling Psychology

  • Kenyatta University

DIPLOMA IN GUIDANCE AND COUNSELLING

Entry Requirements

Mean grade of C (plain) at KCSE or Div.III at KCE or Mean grade of C- (minus) at KCSE or

equivalent with Certificate in the relevant area from a recognized institution.

  • Multimedia University of Kenya

Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Technology

Minimum Entry Requirement

a) KCSE with C+ (plus) Mean grade; Or KCSE with C (plain) and a KNEC Diploma or its equivalent from a recognized Institution; Or KCSE with C- (minus) plus a Certificate and a KNEC Diploma or its equivalent from a recognized institution;
b) Any other qualifications equivalent to the above from any institution recognized by the University