Certificate Course in Educational Psychology

Course Title:Certificate in Educational Psychology (CEP)

For whom (target group):This is a structured comprehensive foundation program / course for all those who wish to study and obtain the essential body of knowledge (BOK) and training in the basic theories and principles of Educational Psychology. This course is essential for practicing primary and secondary school teachers, special education teachers, trainee teachers, assistant teachers and teacher aides and other teacher training and psychology students who want to broaden their theoretical knowledge and practical skills in the field of educational psychology, or also for those who wish to embark on further academic and/or professional studies and practical training in the field of advanced Educational Psychology, Child and Adolescent Psychology, Teacher Training, Education Management and Pedagogy in Sri Lanka or abroad.

Entry Requirements:University Graduates or Members of recognized Professional bodies, or School Teachers or Assistant Teachers, or Professional / Academic Diploma or Advanced / Higher (National) Diploma holders or Holders of a Certificate / Diploma in Teacher Training, Education, Psychology or Counselling, and Age not less than 20 years, and Fluency of the English language is essential.

Course Duration:3 Months (36 Hours) – part time study

Contact Hours:3 Hrs. per week

Total No. of Classes:12 class-contact sessions

Total No. of Contact Hrs:36 Hrs. of Lectures and teaching/discussion time