Program Overview :

The course covers topics such as LGBTQ identity development, the impact of stigma and discrimination on mental health, and culturally sensitive counseling approaches for working with LGBTQ individuals. The course is typically taught live online and includes interactive components such as group discussions, case studies, etc. The course also provides students with the opportunity to explore their own biases, assumptions, and beliefs about LGBTQ communities, as well as to learn and develop skills to provide effective and affirming counseling to LGBTQ individuals. Students of the program will have a deeper understanding of the experiences and needs of LGBTQ individuals and be better equipped to provide inclusive and culturally responsive counseling services.

Fee Structure:

• Reserve My Seat: INR 999* (Remaining Fee to be paid before the program begins)
• First 10 Seats at INR 3499
• Program Fee: INR 4499

*Remaining fees are to be paid two days before the program begins.

Certificate Course Details :

Seats: 20

Start date: 15th March 2023

Duration: 2 Months

Live Class Frequency: 2 Days a week

Days: Wednesday & Thursday

Timings: 6.00 pm  to 7.00 pm IST

100% Online Program
Program language is English

Additional Accreditation & Recognition :-

• The International Association Of Therapists Internationally accredits this program
• Affiliated to EBVTR

Eligibility :

• Bachelors Students (Completed or Pursuing) from psychology & other allied social sciences background
• Masters students (Completed or Pursuing) from psychology & other allied social sciences background
• Professionals working in psychology & other allied social sciences background

Inclusions :

• 2 Months of Recording Access to the Program for each class
• 2 Months of access to program materials
• Lifetime Access to Cogniscape (A psychology Community of Students, Trainers, Teachers, and Field Experts around the country)
• Hard Copy Certificate from Cognizavest
• Hard Copy Certificate from EBVTR

Syllabus of  Program :

Module 1: Basics of understanding gender and sex 

• Important definitions 
• Models of sexual orientation and gender 
• Problems- social and psychological faced by LGBTQ (issues related to family, issues for seeking sessions, health issues, prejudice and discrimination, mental health)

Module 2: Attitude towards LGBTQ

• Individual values and attitudes
• Understanding the effect of stigma 

Module 3: Therapy and counseling skills 

• Competence and skills required to counsel LGBTQ (Asking the right questions)
• Affirmative therapy
• LGBTQ specific session related  issues 

Module 4: Ethics while working with LGBTQ