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The Bachelor of Arts in Counseling Psychology (BACP) programme introduces students to the core areas of Psychology, by exposing them to broad-based academic and experiential exposure to the science of behavior that guides the work of Counseling Psychologists.

• To impart knowledge, skills and values, through training Counseling Psychologists who will be able to develop the necessary competencies to meet the growing needs of the society.
• To prepare future generations for social, economic, religious and political responsibilities in a fluid society by inculcating values, emotional dispositions and behavior patterns that enhance their daily living.
• To assist students in developing a base and working knowledge of application of psychological, developmental and mental health principles in a psychology related practicum experience in the final year.
• To enable students leverage the principles and tenets of behavioral science and go on to work in a wide range of careers involving the rendering of therapeutic services to a variety of people at different levels after completing the dynamic core and elective courses.

4 years or 2 1/2 years for students undertaking a trimester system.

Face to Face learning

The programme will be delivered through lectures, seminars, class discussions, case studies, field trips and class exercises.

Virtual / Distance and e-learning

The programme is delivered virtually through robust e-learning platforms that facilitate students’ interactions with self-instructional material such as study modules, multimedia prepared by lectures, online assessments and online interactive devices. The platforms also facilitate virtual student-lecturer interactions.

Blended learning

A combination of face-to-face and virtual learning.

Regular (Day)

Evening

Virtual Learning

KCSE grade C+ with C- in English or its equivalents, Or

A level with two principal passes or its equivalents, Or

Diploma holders in related areas such as with at least a Credit Pass.

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