What You’ll Learn

• Apply key career counselling and development theories in practice.
• Conduct ethical psychometric assessments and interpret results effectively.
  
• Support clients using active listening, goal-setting, and empathetic communication.
  
• Navigate and map educational and vocational pathways in Nepal and abroad.
  
• Document cases professionally, including referrals and safeguarding protocols.
  
• Integrate 21st-century skills and socio-cultural awareness into career guidance.
  
• Translate theory into practice through roleplays, case management, field visits, and supervised practicum.

Course Description

This course provides a comprehensive foundation in the theories and practices of career counselling and guidance, emphasizing the integration of psychosocial understanding with practical application. Throughout the course, learners explore key counselling principles, 21st-century skills, and the influence of human behaviour and social context on career choices. They engage with psychometric assessment tools to evaluate individual aptitudes and interests, and examine both national and international education systems, including general, technical, and vocational pathways. The learning experience combines seminars, roleplays, case management, and supervised fieldwork to bridge theory with practice. Upon completion, participants will be able to apply counselling frameworks effectively, conduct responsible career assessments, document and manage client cases with ethical consideration, and demonstrate the capacity to provide informed career guidance aligned with diverse educational and professional pathways.