School 2 · JITC Academic School

School of Counselling & Psychology

Mental health is one of the fastest-growing fields globally. These certificate programmes open doors to NGOs, schools, hospitals, and private practice with nationally recognised credentials.

2 Certificates
2 Diplomas
5 Skills Courses
Monthly Intake

School 2 · Value you can measure

Why Counselling?

Mental health is one of the fastest-growing fields globally. These certificate programmes open doors to NGOs, schools, hospitals, and private practice with nationally recognised credentials.

9 Programmes Certificates, diplomas & skills
CDACC Accredited Nationally recognised credentials
NITA Skills assessed Market-ready short courses
Monthly Intake Start when capacity allows
Certificate 4 terms · CDACC · foundation skills
Diploma Level 6 6 terms · AI proficiency · 1 free short course
Career outcome Employable credentials recognised across Kenya

What you gain

Evidence-based counselling techniques Evidence-based counselling techniques
Supervised practice sessions Supervised practice sessions
CDACC national certification CDACC national certification
Ethics & professional standards Ethics & professional standards
Pathway to Diploma in Counselling Pathway to Diploma in Counselling

Career paths

Counselling Assistant Peer Counsellor Community Counsellor Mental Health Support Worker Rehabilitation Aide Youth Mentor

Key study areas

Introduction to Psychology
Basic Counselling Skills
Grief & Trauma Support
Child & Adolescent Development
Addiction Counselling Basics
Ethics in Counselling
Communication & Active Listening
Community Mental Health

One school, three pathways. Certificate (CDACC, 4 terms), Diploma Level 6 (CDACC, 6 terms), and NITA skills courses — all under School of Counselling & Psychology with monthly intake subject to capacity.

Certificate Programmes

CDACC-accredited 4-term certificates. Tuition billed per term.

Why Counselling?

Mental health is one of the fastest-growing fields globally. These certificate programmes open doors to NGOs, schools, hospitals, and private practice with nationally recognised credentials.

2 Programmes
CDACC Accredited
Monthly Intake
L6 Diploma pathway
Evidence-based counselling techniques Evidence-based counselling techniques
Supervised practice sessions Supervised practice sessions
CDACC national certification CDACC national certification
Ethics & professional standards Ethics & professional standards
Pathway to Diploma in Counselling Pathway to Diploma in Counselling

Career paths

Counselling Assistant Peer Counsellor Community Counsellor Mental Health Support Worker Rehabilitation Aide Youth Mentor
Programme Duration Fees per term (KSh) Entry Actions
Certificate in Counselling & Psychology
Foundational helping skills, psychology basics and ethical practice for support roles.
4 Terms D− View programme Apply
Certificate in Marriage & Family Counselling
Couples communication, family systems and conflict resolution for community practice.
4 Terms D− View programme Apply
Key study areas
Introduction to Psychology
Basic Counselling Skills
Grief & Trauma Support
Child & Adolescent Development
Addiction Counselling Basics
Ethics in Counselling
Communication & Active Listening
Community Mental Health

Diploma Programmes

CDACC Level 6 diplomas over 6 terms. Includes AI Proficiency and one free short course.

Key study areas
Counselling Theory
Psychopathology
Family Systems
Trauma & Crisis
Research Methods
Professional Practicum

Skills Based Courses

Market-demanded NITA skills courses with a single fee for the full duration.

Course Duration Fee (KSh) Entry Actions
Addiction Counselling
Substance and behavioural addiction support, motivation and recovery planning.
2 Weeks OPEN View course Apply
Basic Counselling Skills
Foundational listening, ethics and helping skills for real client contact.
2 Weeks OPEN View course Apply
Child & Adolescent Counselling
Developmentally appropriate support for young people in schools and communities.
2 Weeks OPEN View course Apply
Grief & Trauma Counselling
Support for loss, crisis and trauma-exposed clients in communities and workplaces.
2 Weeks OPEN View course Apply
Marriage & Relationship Counselling
Couples communication, conflict resolution and relationship repair skills.
2 Weeks OPEN View course Apply

Ready to join Counselling?

Monthly intake across certificate, diploma and skills programmes. Apply today or speak with admissions.