How do I become an adolescent health counsellor?

Hi For counseling adolescents, the counsellor should have Master degree in Social Science or Psychology and at least two year experience in adolescent health programme. Be genuinely open to adolescents' questions or need for information. Do not use judgmental words or body language. Do not talk down to adolescents by scolding, shouting, blaming, or getting angry. Use words and language that adolescents can understand and that are appropriate to their age and developmental stage. After completing Bachelor's degree in Social Science, Sociology, Education, Social Work, or in a similar filed/ Bachelor degree in Medical Science, Nursing, Allied Medical Science, or in a similar field, you can pursue a Post-Graduate Diploma or similar course in Counselling/ Mental Health/ Career counselling.

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To become an adolescent health counselor, you need to pursue a Diploma or Certificate course in adolescent health and counseling. Some colleges, such as IGNOU offer a six-month course to students and teachers as a Certificate programme in adolescent health and counseling. You may also pursue a degree in counseling psychology from colleges like DU, BHU, Christ University, or IGNOU and apply for counseling positions in schools.

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Children and adolescents in their families, social groups, schools, and other surroundings, go through a variety of life transitions and problems. Treatment of young patients necessitates the proper education, a high degree of patience, and the capacity to relate to both children and their families. Complete a Bachelor degree in a behavioral, social Science, psychology field, or another field. Earn a master degree in counseling with a focus on child and adolescent development. Complete graduate and postgraduate internship experience for certification or licensure requirements. Pass any required exams for certification or licensure and apply for licensure. Apply for and earn additional certifications. Continue your education and stay up to date on child and adolescent counseling trends and changes.

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