Counselling and Mental Health
Faculty of Health
Certificates allow you to complete a specific group of university courses (for credit) as part of your degree studies or separately. Additional details about certificates are available here.
This certificate can be earned in conjunction with the Bachelor of Arts (BA) Honours or Bachelor of Science (BSc) Honours options in Psychology in the Faculty of Health.
The Counselling and Mental Health certificate allows students to study mental health and counseling psychology in greater depth. Exploring common disorders, ethical guidelines, and how social systems impact well-being, allowing students to build foundational skills in counselling, therapeutic relationships, and mental health across the lifespan.
Who can take it?
This certificate is open to current York students completing an Honours BA or Honours BSc within the Department of Psychology in the Faculty of Health and meet the Counselling and Mental Health admission criteria.
How to apply?
Further certificate information and application form can be found on the the Department of Psychology website.
Program Details
Offered by
Faculty of Health
Ways to study
Full-Time
Certificate Type
General, Disciplinary
Certificate Entry
Concurrent
Study Sessions
Fall
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