The following are some frequently asked questions regarding undertaking the Specialist Diploma in Counselling Psychology offered by the ACC School of Counselling and Psychology, the training division of Academy of Certified Counsellors, and our responses to these questions.

Does ACC offer courses for the complete beginner with no previous experience in counselling ?

Yes we do. We offer the Specialist Diploma in Counselling Psychology, a 4.5-6 months course with a good foundation in counselling theory and practice from which you can continue your training either with ourselves or others.

Who are the teaching staff at ACC?

Our teaching staff comprise of qualified and experienced practitioners with qualifications in psychology, counselling and social work.

How big is the class size ?

ACC has small class sizes to allow for individual attention and to facilitate a nurturing and conducive teaching and learning environment.

What is the mode of teaching and learning at ACC?

ACC emphasizes training in counselling skills in its courses. ACC also focuses on developing counsellor awareness where students are given opportunities to reflect and learn from their training experiences.

The courses at ACC will be delivered through lectures, group discussions, practical demonstrations, video presentations, practical and experiential exercises, case studies, case-plays and role-plays.

Students undertaking courses having a practicum component will be provided with supervised counselling.

Who will be my peers in the courses at ACC ?

Students span across age groups and backgrounds thus allowing for a diverse range of learning from peers.

Is ACC accessible ?

ACC is located centrally at the Park Mall Shopping Mall. The shopping mall is easily accessible via the Dhoby Ghaut MRT Station , and is near to bus-stops, taxi-stands, food malls & parking facilities.

PARK MALL Unit 13-22, PENANG ROAD Singapore 238459
Bus Service: 501,111,124,139,14,16,174,36,36A, 64, 65, 7, 85,162, 401, 502
TBS 106, 171, 190, 700, 700A, 77, 603, 605
Car Park: Park Mall car park

Note: If you have any more questions, feel free to email us at courses @acc.edu.sg We will gladly assist you.