Course Description

This course provides learners with essential knowledge and practical skills in conducting psychosocial assessments and delivering effective counseling services. Participants will explore the foundations of psychosocial support, master core counseling techniques, and learn to apply culturally sensitive assessment tools for individuals, families, and communities facing emotional, psychological, or social challenges.

Through real-world case studies, role plays, and supervised practice, students will gain confidence in identifying psychosocial needs, developing intervention plans, and supporting diverse populations including children, survivors of trauma, persons with disabilities, and displaced individuals. The course emphasizes ethical practice, confidentiality, and the importance of referral pathways and coordinated care.

Applied assignments and practical sessions are designed to assess learners’ understanding of assessment tools, counseling strategies, and case management procedures. A minimum score of 80% is required to pass the course and receive a certificate of completion.

Course Objectives

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

1. Define psychosocial support and explain its importance in promoting mental health and well-being.

2. Apply foundational counseling theories and principles to real-life psychosocial situations.

3. Conduct comprehensive psychosocial assessments using appropriate tools and culturally sensitive approaches.

4. Develop effective case formulations and intervention plans tailored to the needs of individuals and communities.

5. Demonstrate key counseling skills, including active listening, empathy, reflection, and crisis intervention.

6. Support vulnerable and special populations, including children, GBV survivors, persons with disabilities, and displaced persons.

7. Maintain accurate documentation through case notes, reports, and client records while ensuring confidentiality and data protection.

8. Coordinate with referral systems and multi-sectoral services to ensure holistic support for clients.

9. Evaluate the impact of psychosocial interventions and apply principles of supervision and self-care in counseling work.

course modules

1. Introduction to Psychosocial Support

2. Foundations of Counseling

3. Psychosocial Assessment Tools and Techniques

4. Case Formulation and Planning

5. Counseling Skills and Techniques

6. Working with Special Populations

7. Documentation and Case Management

8. Monitoring, Evaluation, and Supervision

9. Practical Counseling Sessions and Role Plays

10. Final Assessment and Certification