Program Overview

Professional Development Certificate for School Counselors

The Professional Development Certificate for School Counselors is designed to provide candidates with the knowledge, skills, and dispositions needed to effectively provide counseling and develop school counseling programs in schools.

Program Overview

Certificate candidates will acquire a working knowledge of career, academic, and social-emotional counseling, specifically focused on counselors wanting to and working in international schools.

Course Details

The current course is designed to provide candidates with the knowledge, skills, and dispositions needed to effectively provide counseling and develop school counseling programs in schools.

Faculty

• Dr. Smitha Dev: Advanced Counselling Skills, Positive Psychology and Spirituality in the Schools
• Dr. Nafees Sultana: Ethical Considerations in the Counselling process
• Dr. Mohammad Fteiha: Behavioral and Academic Challenges among Students: varying Dimensions and Management
• Ms. Rema Menon: Counselling young minds towards future careers

Program Topics

• Advanced Counselling Skills
• Positive Psychology and Spirituality in the Schools
• Ethical Considerations in the Counselling process
• Behavioral and Academic Challenges among Students: varying Dimensions and Management
• Counselling young minds towards future careers
• Multicultural Counseling in the Schools

Abu Dhabi University

Abu Dhabi University is a leading university in the MENA region, providing graduates with the knowledge, skills, and mindset to become the leaders of tomorrow.

University Profile

The university has a strong profile, with a vision for 2027, ranking, accreditation, and a rich history.

Colleges

The university consists of several colleges, including:

• College of Arts, Education, and Social Sciences
• College of Business
• College of Engineering
• College of Health Sciences
• College of Law
• Academic Programs for Military Colleges

Research

The university has a strong research focus, with a research portal, innovation initiatives, and an institutional review board.

Student Life

The university offers a range of student life activities, including:

• Student Life at ADU
• Our Campuses
• Student Counselling
• Transportation
• Visa and Health Insurance
• Student Handbook
• Residence Life and Student Housing
• Student Orientation Program
• Academic Success Center
• Computer Services for Teaching and Learning

Get Involved

Students can get involved in various activities, including:

• Sports & Wellness
• Student Clubs
• Student Council
• Volunteering & Community Outreach
• Graduate Attribute Plan

Build Experience

The university offers various opportunities for students to build experience, including:

• Internship Program
• Employability and Professional Development
• Student Employment Program (SEP)
• Alumni
• Industry Partners

News & Events

The university hosts various events, including:

• Upcoming Events
• Past Events
• Newsletters

About ADU

The university has a strong leadership team, a board of trustees, and an organizational chart. The university also offers various services, including corporate training and facilities rental.