Certificate in Child Counselling

Certificate in Child Counselling

Master Child Counseling Skills to Support Healthy Development, Resilience, and Emotional Well-Being

Empower Young Lives — Become a Skilled Child Counselor

Welcome to the Certificate in Child Counselling—a comprehensive training program designed for aspiring and practicing counselors, educators, psychologists, and social workers who want to effectively support children through emotional, behavioral, developmental, and psychological challenges.

This course equips you with in-depth knowledge, practical techniques, and hands-on experience to work confidently and compassionately with children in various counseling settings.

Course Overview

1. Introduction to Child Counseling

• Understand the scope and significance of child counseling

• Explore ethical standards, legal frameworks, and the counselor’s responsibilities

• Learn about child development and psychopathology

2. Child and Adolescent Development

• Study major developmental theories and stages

• Differentiate between typical and atypical development

• Recognize how developmental stages shape children’s emotional and behavioral needs

3. Counseling Techniques for Children

• Learn age-appropriate approaches: play therapy, art therapy, CBT for kids

• Apply solution-focused and mindfulness-based interventions

• Explore rapport-building and communication techniques tailored to children

4. Family Systems and Counseling

• Understand family systems theory and parenting styles

• Learn how family dynamics influence child behavior

• Apply family-based assessment and intervention strategies

5. Trauma and Crisis Counseling

• Identify types of trauma and crisis commonly experienced by children

• Learn trauma-informed care and crisis intervention techniques

• Use expressive therapies like art and play to support healing

6. Specialized Counseling Approaches

• Support children with ADHD, autism, anxiety, and other specific needs

• Develop cultural competency when working with diverse backgrounds (LGBTQ+, immigrant families, etc.)

• Learn group therapy dynamics and school-based interventions

7. Professional Development and Ethics

• Build a strong counselor identity and maintain professional boundaries

• Prioritize counselor self-care and emotional resilience

• Understand ethical documentation, reporting, and professional growth strategies

8. Practicum/Internship

• Complete a 2-month supervised practicum (clinical or community-based)

• Apply course knowledge in real-world child counseling scenarios

• Receive feedback, mentorship, and build your professional portfolio

Course Features

• Expert Instruction from experienced child counselors and psychologists

• Real-World Case Studies and practical insights across diverse scenarios

• Interactive Quizzes, Assignments & Scenarios to reinforce learning

• Supervised Practicum for hands-on experience (2 months)

• Certificate of Completion (issued 30 days post-completion to ensure full evaluation and practical review)

Who Is This Course For?

This course is ideal for:

• Aspiring child counselors or school counselors

• Social workers, teachers, or youth program facilitators

• Practicing therapists or psychologists expanding into child-focused work

• Anyone passionate about supporting children's emotional well-being

Why Enroll?

• Master practical tools to effectively support children in counseling sessions

• Develop confidence in working with diverse developmental and emotional needs

• Learn trauma-informed and family-integrated approaches

• Gain real-world experience through supervised practice

• Obtain a recognized Certificate in Child Counselling that boosts your credibility and employability, from both Udemy and Billiard Training Academy. Kindly note that we now only issue certificates after 30 days from the completion date.

Take the First Step Toward Becoming a Certified Child Counselor

If you’re ready to make a meaningful difference in children’s lives—this is your moment. Enroll today and start building a compassionate, evidence-based, and empowering child counseling practice.