Philosophy:
The programme takes an integrative approach, addressing the full spectrum of human development while instilling professionalism and ethical standards. It aims to produce well-rounded professionals ready to serve in diverse counselling or support role
Programme Structure
| Year 1 | Semester 1 | |
| Course Code | Course | Credits |
| GND1100 | Orientation to Lifelong Learning and Service | 1 |
| GND1102 | Reading the Bible as Literature | 3 |
| GND1110 | Communication Studies I | 2 |
| GND1111 | Introduction to Psychology | 3 |
| COU1110 | Orientation to Guidance and Counselling | 3 |
| Total | 12 | |
| Year 1 | Semester 2 | |
| GND1220 | Communication Studies II | 2 |
| GND1221 | Introduction to Critical Thinking | 2 |
| GND1200 | Introduction to Philosophy | 3 |
| PSY1230 | Developmental Psychology | 3 |
| EDU1200 | Technology in Education | 3 |
| Total | 13 | |
| Year 1 | Semester 3 | |
| GND1101 | Spiritual Formation
|
2 |
| SWK1200 | Introduction to Conflict
Transformation |
3 |
| Total | 5 | |
| Year 2 | Semester 1 | |
| GND2101 | Introduction to Sociology | 3 |
| GND2110 | Introduction to Research Methods | 3 |
| ABA2130 | Introduction to Behaviour Assessment | 3 |
| PSY2130 | Abnormal Psychology | 3 |
| Total | 12 | |
| Year 2 | Semester 2 | |
| GND2201 | Introduction to Statistical
Reasoning |
3 |
| COU2230 | Theories and Techniques in Counselling I | 3 |
| COU2200 | Legal and Ethical Issues in the Helping Professions | 3 |
| EDU2200 | Psychology of Learning | 3 |
| Total |
|
12 |
| Year 2 | Semester 3 | |
| GND2100 | Introduction to Ethical Thinking
|
3 |
| GND2200 | Caribbean Thought
|
3 |
| Total | 6 | |
| Year 3
|
Semester 1 | |
| EDU3200
|
Classroom Management | 3 |
| COU3130 | Theories and Techniques in Counselling II | 3 |
| SWK3100 | Juvenile Delinquency | 3 |
| COU3120
|
Counselling Methodology and Programme Implementation | 3 |
| COU3131 | Pre-Practicum | 1 |
| Total | 13 | |
| Year 3 | Semester 2 | |
| COU3220 | Group Procedures and Counselling
|
3 |
| COU3200 | Grief Management
|
3 |
| PSY3200 | Human Sexuality
|
3 |
| COU3131 | Practicum 1 | 3 |
| Total | 12 | |
| Year 3 | Semester 3 | |
| PSY3120 | Social Psychology | 3 |
| EDU3100 | Education and Caribbean Society | 3 |
| Total | 6 | |
| Year 4 | Semester 1 | |
| COU4100 | Career Counselling | 3 |
| EDU4120 | Theories of Curriculum Development
|
3 |
| EDU4121 | Educational and Psychological Testing and Measurement | 3 |
| COU4130 | Practicum II | 3 |
| Total | 12 | |
| Year 4 | Semester 2 | |
| COU4220 | Research Project in Context | 3 |
| SWK4200 | Caribbean Family Life | 3 |
| SWK4201 | Substance Abuse and Human Behaviour | 3 |
| COU4220 | Practicum III | 3 |
| Total | 12 | |
| Year 4 | Semester 3 | |
| SWK4101 | Introduction to Disability Studies | 3 |
| Elective | 3 | |
| Total | 6 | |
| Year 1 | Semester 1 | |
| Course Code | Course | Credits |
| GND1100 | Orientation to Lifelong Learning and Service | 1 |
| GND1102 | Reading the Bible as Literature | 3 |
| GND1110 | Communication Studies I | 2 |
| GND1111 | Introduction to Psychology | 3 |
| COU1110 | Orientation to Guidance and Counselling | 3 |
| GND1101 | Spiritual Formation
|
2 |
| Total | 14 | |
| Year 1 | Semester 2 | |
| GND1220 | Communication Studies II | 2 |
| GND1221 | Introduction to Critical Thinking | 2 |
| GND1200 | Introduction to Philosophy | 3 |
| PSY1230 | Developmental Psychology | 3 |
| EDU1200 | Technology in Education | 2 |
| SWK1200 | Introduction to Conflict
Transformation |
3 |
| Total | 15 | |
| Year 2 | Semester 1 | |
| GND2101 | Introduction to Sociology | 3 |
| GND2110 | Introduction to Research Methods | 3 |
| ABA2130 | Introduction to Behaviour Assessment | 3 |
| PSY2130 | Abnormal Psychology | 3 |
| GND2100 | Introduction to Ethical Thinking
|
3 |
| Total | 15 | |
| Year 2 | Semester 2 | |
| GND2201 | Introduction to Statistical
Reasoning |
3 |
| COU2230 | Theories and Techniques in Counselling I | 3 |
| COU2200 | Legal and Ethical Issues in the Helping Professions | 3 |
| EDU2200 | Psychology of Learning | 3 |
| GND2200 | Caribbean Thought
|
3 |
| Total |
|
15 |
| Year 3
|
Semester 1 | |
| EDU3200 | Classroom Management | 3 |
| COU3130 | Theories and Techniques in Counselling II | 3 |
| SWK3100
|
Juvenile Delinquency | 3 |
| COU3120
|
Counselling Methodology and Programme Implementation | 3 |
| PSY3120 | Social Psychology | 3 |
| COU3131 | Pre-Practicum | 1 |
| Total | 16 | |
| Year 3 | Semester 1 | |
| COU3220 | Group Procedures and Counselling
|
3 |
| COU3200 | Grief Management
|
3 |
| PSY3200 | Human Sexuality
|
3 |
| COU3230 | Practicum I | 3 |
| EDU3100 | Education and Caribbean Society | 3 |
| Total | 15 | |
| Year 4 | Semester 1 | |
| COU4100 | Career Counselling | 3 |
| EDU4120 | Theories of Curriculum Development
|
3 |
| EDU4121 | Educational and Psychological Testing and Measurement | 3 |
| SWK4101 | Introduction to Disability Studies | 3 |
| COU4130 | Practicum II | 3 |
| Total | 15 | |
| Year 4 | Semester 2 | |
| COU4220 | Research Project in Context | 3 |
| SWK4200 | Caribbean Family Life | 3 |
| SWK4201 | Substance Abuse and Human Behaviour | 3 |
| COU4220 | Practicum III | 3 |
| Elective | 3 | |
| Total | 15 | |
Overall Great Academic Organization
The lecturers in the Department of Guidance and Counselling at Jamaica Theological Seminary are highly skilled, committed, and dedicated professionals who play a vital role in the success of the institution. With their extensive training and experience, they are among the best in their field, providing exceptional instruction and support to students. The combination of experienced faculty and strong leadership within the department fosters an environment of growth and innovation, contributing to the continuous advancement of social work education at the Seminary. The administrative staff also plays a crucial role in supporting the faculty and enhancing the overall educational experience, ensuring that the institution remains responsive to the evolving needs of higher education.
