Post Graduate Diploma/Executive Diploma in Adolescent Health and Counselling (PGDAHC/EDAHC)

Post Graduate Diploma/Executive Diploma in Adolescent Health and Counseling mark a departure from the traditional individualistic therapeutic understanding of mental health and adopt a systemic framework of viewing Adolescents. The objective of the course is to increase knowledge of the physical, cognitive, emotional, and psychological changes that occur in adolescence; to strengthen their awareness of adolescent needs and concerns. This will also develop skills for dealing with adolescent-related issues and identify their function in life skills instruction and give adolescents preventative counselling.

Programme Overview

The Post Graduate Diploma / Executive Diploma in Adolescent Health and Counselling (PGDAHC / EDAHC) is a specialized programme designed to equip learners with the knowledge and skills required to address the physical, psychological, social, and emotional needs of adolescents. The programme adopts a holistic and interdisciplinary approach, integrating developmental psychology, adolescent health, counselling practices, and mental well-being interventions.

It emphasizes preventive and therapeutic counselling, reproductive and sexual health awareness, behavioural and substance abuse counselling, and the application of evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, and Yoga-based interventions. Through practical training, case studies, and a capstone project, learners are prepared to work effectively with adolescents in educational, healthcare, community, and wellness settings.

Programme Modules

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Module 1: Introduction to Psychology

Module 2: Introduction to Adolescence

Module 3: Development and Growth during Adolescence

Module 4: Reproductive Growth and Sex Education

Module 5: Social and psychological impact on Adolescents

Module 6: Child & Adolescent Counselling

Module 7: Behavioral & Substance Abuse Counselling

Module 8: Policies and Programmes

Module 9: Sanitation and Hygiene

Module 10: Physiological & Mental well-being (Yoga Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Cognitive Behaviour Therapy etc)

Module 11: Health Issues- Reproductive & sexual

Module 12: Case Studies

Module 13: Capstone Project

Eligibility

Graduates in any discipline are eligible for our Post Graduate Diploma, Executive Diploma and Professional Certification Programmes.

Programme Duration

The minimum duration to complete the PG diploma programme is 12 months and maximum is 24 months. The minimum duration to complete the executive diploma programme is 6 months and maximum is 12 months.

Programme Mode

Registrations are currently open for regular and Part-time (Online Live Classes) both modes.

Programme Deliverables

A comprehensive study material for all the modules in hard copies ensuring the needs of the audience. The accompanying training material is appropriately aligned with the current Industry’s expectations.

• Assignments for all the programme modules for continuous evaluation and guidance.
• Interactive or online live sessions on all key areas of the programme giving all flexibility to the participants.
• Online Live Classes/Part-time for all the modules will be conducted on the weekends. Moreover, a doubt clearing session will also be scheduled before the examination.
• All the efforts are made by IGMPI faculty members to make the entire programme modules easily understandable.
• Assessment and evaluation for all the programme modules in order to enhance the levels of competencies and skills of the participants leading towards the objective of application in the job.
• At the end of each programme modules, the trainers shall obtain feedback from the participants using specially designed questionnaires.
• All learning and training delivery initiatives shall be conducted in English.

Examination & Certification

All the participants are obliged to timely submit completed assessment assignments (during the programme, usually after every module) and appear for an online exam at the end of the programme. After successful completion, the participants will be awarded Post Graduate Diploma/Executive Diploma in Adolescent Health and Counselling by Centre for Health Management and Research, IGMPI. For all the above-mentioned modules elaborate programme material, self-assessment assignments and project work details would be provided by the Institute from time to time. Details get updated on the webpage as well.

Discipline in Classes and Examination

Every student is required to observe a disciplined behaviour during her/his classes, assessments & examinations and to follow instructions from the Professors. Any act of indiscipline may result into discredit & it will be mentioned in her/his academic report.

Placement Assistance & Corporate Relations

The Institute has partnered with many organizations for providing with placement assistance to its participants. Besides, it has a robust placement cell comprised of senior level Human Resources professionals and Talent Acquisition experts which maintains close links with business and industry. This cell is continuously engaged in promoting the employability of our participants and encouraging the concerned Human Resources department and Hiring Managers to recruit/hire our participants for their vacant positions. The efforts of our placement cell also include helping with professional resume writing & interview skills.

In recent months the Institute has witnessed more and more participation from professionals working with global healthcare giants like Healthcare Settings (Apollo, Max Healthcare, Fortis etc.), Corporate Wellness Centres (Amaha, Mantra Care, Nirawellness etc.), Health Coaching and Consultancy (The Health Science Academy, Aanya Wellness, Shreehi Consulting Services LLP etc.), Education and Training, NGO’s (Mindroot Foundation, The MIND foundation etc.), and Private Practices etc.

Future career prospects

Adolescent health counseling is an important area now because of the increasing focus on mental health and wellbeing & today it is in great demand. Thus, 21st century will undoubtedly, witness an upsurge in job prospects and greater scopes in the field of Adolescent Counselling. With sufficient awareness about the importance of emotional health, career prospects for Counsellor are excellent. Job opportunities in Government, NGO, National and International Healthcare Agencies are a big attraction. Various health programmes like NMHP, NHM and other mental health Awareness Programmes needs Health Counsellors.

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Last date for submitting completed Application Form: 30^th Jan 2026.

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