Psychological Counseling program
Master
Levels
6
Courses
17
Credits
45
Number of students
10
Overview
The Master of Psychological Counseling program at Jouf University aims to prepare qualified psychologists to excel in counseling and guidance fields. The program emphasizes providing students with theoretical knowledge and practical skills in areas such as therapeutic, health, and organizational counseling. Comprising 45 credit hours across four academic levels, it integrates theoretical education with hands-on training in specialized institutions. The program stands out for its focus on scientific research and the advancement of counseling practices, contributing to community service in alignment with Saudi Vision 2030. Delivered in Arabic, the program fosters a supportive and inclusive learning environment for both male and female students
Program content
Admission requirements
Program levels
المستوى الاول
PSY 606 - Methods of Psychological counseling - mandatory
Credits
2
Theoretical
2
Pratical
Training
Total Content
2
Prerequisite
Course Description:
This course aims to introduce students to psychological counseling methods, including their history, need, advantages, and disadvantages. It covers different types of counseling groups, including direct and indirect counseling, behavioral counseling, individual and group counseling. The course also addresses the effectiveness of groups and group leadership, leadership styles in group counseling, as well as the personality traits and skills required of a group leader. Additionally, it explores the basic procedures in group counseling, such as forming the counseling group, advertising the service, selecting appropriate individuals for the group, determining the method of participation, and deciding the number of sessions, their duration, and location. The course also covers preparing group members for participation, the stages of the group counseling process, including the initial, transition, performance, and final stages.
PSY 602 - Educational Research Methods - mandatory
Credits
3
Theoretical
3
Pratical
Training
Total Content
3
Prerequisite
Course Description:
This course aims to introduce research methodologies in behavioral sciences and to develop the essential skills required for conducting research in the student's field of specialization. It involves reviewing common research methods in behavioral sciences and discussing the steps of scientific research, starting from problem selection and ending with the discussion of results and recommendations. The course also enables the student to acquire skills in designing various types of educational research, as well as in critically analyzing and evaluating these studies
PSY 601 - Theories of Counseling Psychology - mandatory
Credits
3
Theoretical
3
Pratical
Training
Total Content
3
Prerequisite
Course Description:
This course covers the concept of psychological counseling and the concept of theory in the field of psychological counseling, highlighting the importance of having a theory in counseling. It also discusses the characteristics of a good theory and reviews the main theories used in psychological and educational counseling. The course includes a comparison of these theories, focusing on areas of similarity and difference. Additionally, it introduces the technical methods used in each theory, provides practical applications of the theories, and discusses the advantages and disadvantages of each theory, along with its suitability for the educational field.
المستوى الثاني
PSY 604 - Fields of Psychological Counseling - mandatory
Credits
3
Theoretical
3
Pratical
Training
Total Content
3
Prerequisite
Course Description:
This course provides an introduction to the study of psychological counseling fields and their objectives. It aims to familiarize students with various areas of counseling, such as career counseling and family counseling. Additionally, the course covers counseling for children, adolescents, and adults, and explores specialized counseling fields for exceptional groups, such as gifted individuals, those with disabilities, and those with learning difficulties.
PSY 607 - Behavioral Cognitive Counseling - mandatory
Credits
2
Theoretical
2
Pratical
Training
Total Content
2
Prerequisite
Course Description:
This course covers the principles and foundations of behavioral counseling and its steps. It also includes the study of the principles and foundations underlying cognitive counseling approaches. The course examines behavioral techniques used in counseling, such as reinforcement, punishment, exposure therapy, systematic desensitization, instructional training, and satiation. Additionally, it addresses cognitive approaches to treating issues like anxiety, depression, and stress.
PSY 605 - Psychological Disorders - mandatory
Credits
3
Theoretical
3
Pratical
Training
Total Content
3
Prerequisite
Course Description:
This course covers the study of pathological behavior, its assessment, and the development of the ability to distinguish between normal and abnormal behavior using various relevant tools. It also includes an introduction to the process of psychological diagnosis and its applications in cases of psychological disorders.
المستوى الثالث
LED 604 - Training and Professional Development - optional 1
Credits
3
Theoretical
3
Pratical
Training
Total Content
3
Prerequisite
Course Description:
This course introduces the concepts of training, preparation, rehabilitation, and development. It covers the foundations of training, various theories, and strategies. The course also addresses teacher training strategies, both direct and remote, along with identifying training needs, designing programs and training packages, training methods, and evaluating the characteristics of a successful trainer. Additionally, the course explores the culture of training and its impact on modern educational reforms. Finally, it analyzes the teacher training strategy in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
SPED 606 - Counseling for People with Special Needs - optional 1
Credits
3
Theoretical
3
Pratical
Training
Total Content
3
Prerequisite
Course Description:
This course aims to equip students with the necessary skills to work with individuals with special needs, including understanding their diagnoses, problems, and disorders. It also trains students on how to provide counseling services to individuals with special needs within the fields of family counseling, individual counseling, and group counseling. The course focuses on enhancing the professional awareness of individuals with special needs by providing career counseling and helping them choose appropriate professions that enable them to fulfill effective social roles in society.
PSY 612 - Career Counseling - optional 1
Credits
3
Theoretical
3
Pratical
Training
Total Content
3
Prerequisite
Course Description:
This course covers topics related to career counseling, educational and professional selection, and educational and professional rehabilitation. It emphasizes the importance of career counseling goals and its relationship with industrial psychology. The course helps students develop the ability to analyze individuals and work, considering individual differences in job requirements, so they can guide individuals toward studies and careers in which they are likely to succeed.
PSY 608 - Behavior Modification - mandatory
Credits
2
Theoretical
2
Pratical
Training
Total Content
2
Prerequisite
Course Description:
This course covers the concept of behavior modification and the fundamental concepts related to it, along with the various approaches used in behavior modification. It explores the theoretical frameworks that explain behavior modification, methods for identifying and measuring behavior, and strategies for modifying behavior. The course also addresses techniques for shaping positive behaviors and examines the research methodology in behavior modification, including the essential steps in designing behavior modification programs. Finally, the course discusses the ethics of the educational and psychological counseling profession, the challenges counselors face, and strategies for overcoming these challenges.
PSY 603 - educational statistics - mandatory
Credits
3
Theoretical
3
Pratical
Training
Total Content
3
Prerequisite
Course Description:
This course covers the essential descriptive and inferential statistical methods required for organizing, analyzing, and interpreting research data, as well as making appropriate statistical decisions. It also includes practical applications on how to use the Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS) software to process data in both descriptive and inferential statistics.
PSY 611 - Addiction Psychology - mandatory
Credits
3
Theoretical
3
Pratical
Training
Total Content
3
Prerequisite
Course Description:
This course provides an in-depth exploration of the concept of addiction and substance use disorders, with a particular focus on diagnostic criteria and frameworks. It includes a detailed explanation of diagnostic assessment procedures and preventive measures used to reduce relapse occurrences and their contributing factors. The course also addresses the identification and management of the causes of addiction, alongside an introduction to the leading institutions specialized in the care of individuals with addiction. Furthermore, the course emphasizes therapeutic and counseling techniques, including psychological and clinical interventions applied to the treatment of addiction.
المستوى الرابع
PSY 609 - Psychotherapy - mandatory
Credits
3
Theoretical
3
Pratical
Training
Total Content
3
Prerequisite
Course Description:
This course aims to introduce students to the concept of psychotherapy, its history, theories, and the applications of each theory, emphasizing professional ethics and the qualities required in a psychotherapist. The course also covers the principles of evidence-based psychotherapy and reviews evidence-based therapeutic models for a variety of psychological disorders.
PSY 610 - Interviewing Skills in Psychological Counseling - mandatory
Credits
3
Theoretical
3
Pratical
Training
Total Content
3
Prerequisite
Course Description:
This course explores the concept of interviewing and its historical development, as well as its various types and fundamental steps. It emphasizes enhancing students' skills in conducting interviews within the field of psychological counseling by examining related principles, procedures, and stages. Additionally, it includes practical training to effectively apply these skill
المستوى الخامس
PSY 696 - Field Training In Psychological Counseling - mandatory
Credits
3
Theoretical
3
Pratical
Training
Total Content
3
Prerequisite
Course Description:
This course offers students practical training in psychological and educational counseling within various institutions, such as schools and social centers. It focuses on developing skills in identifying and analyzing psychological and educational issues, employing appropriate diagnostic and counseling methods, and planning and implementing effective counseling programs. Additionally, the course enhances students' abilities in writing professional reports and effectively managing counseling sessions.
PSY 695 - Seminar On Psychological Counseling - mandatory
Credits
3
Theoretical
3
Pratical
Training
Total Content
3
Prerequisite
Course Description:
This course focuses on enhancing students' skills in preparing and designing a comprehensive research proposal based on systematic scientific research principles. It covers formulating the research problem, objectives, research methodology, and appropriate statistical methods, with presentations and discussions to strengthen analytical and evaluation skills.
المستوى السادس
PSY 698 - Research Project - mandatory
Credits
6
Theoretical
6
Pratical
Training
Total Content
6
Prerequisite
Course Description:
This course aims to develop students' scientific research skills through the study and analysis of a specific educational problem. It focuses on designing a research project using both quantitative and qualitative methods, aligning with instructional design standards and educational program development principles.