Diploma in Buddhist Counseling
The main essence of Buddhism, the fundamental teachings of the historical Buddha and the core of all major branches of Buddhism, is psychology, not religion or philosophy. In the recent decade with the emergence of positive psychology; more and more American and European researchers are paying attention on the study of Buddhist Psychology especially with regard to mindfulness training and its application. In other words, Buddhist psychology is a science of mind, which studies the specific Buddhist approaches to mind. Hence, the purpose of this course is to provide the knowledge and the values found in the Pāli literature.
The course content is based on the nature of human being with reference to early Buddhist teachings, the analysis of mental illnesses and problematic behaviors, the relevance of basic Buddhist teachings for counseling purposes, therapeutic theories and approaches of Buddhist Counseling, the qualifications of the Buddhist Counselor, utterances of Buddhist disciples who had gained fulfillment, Buddhist meditation and the Brahmavihāras and the importance of Buddhist Counseling for resolving psychological and social problems in the global context.
Objectives
Teach and train the Buddhist teachings related to counseling
Provide structured training in Buddhist teachings that support effective and ethical counseling practice.
Improve in depth and timely relevance of the applicability of Buddhist methods of counseling.
Enhance the practical use of Buddhist counseling methods to address modern psychological needs effectively.
Enhance the modern counseling practices
Improve current counseling techniques by incorporating time-tested Buddhist guidance and methods.
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Eligibility Requirements
Applicants must meet one of the following academic qualifications:
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Successfully completed the G.C.E. Ordinary Level examination or the Pirivena Final Examination.
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Successfully completed the Dharmacarya Examination.
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Successfully completed the G.C.E. Advanced Level examination in any subject stream.
Medium of Study
Eligible Preferred Languages are
- Sinhala
- English
Course Structure
- Introduction to Psychology
- Buddhist Counselling and Psychology
- Buddhist Meditation and Character Development
- Mental Issues and Buddhism
- Psychotherapies and Relaxation Techniques
Time Duration and annual start periods
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Course Fee
The course fee is presently Rs. xxx,xxx (xxxxx x 3) for local Students and USD xxx for Foreign Students. This all-inclusive fee is charged to cover lectures, tutorials, and examinations, as well as access to computer laboratory facilities and the library.
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