33 Years of Strengthening Schools
Post Graduate
Diploma in
Guidance and
Counselling
A one-year, instructor-led, flexible learning program designed for in-service teachers and education professionals.
Winter Intake 2025 now open for applications.
In-Service Educators
One-Year Program
Flexible Learning Program
About PGDGC
The Post Graduate Diploma in Guidance & Counselling (PGDGC) is a one-year, instructor-led, flexible learning program designed primarily for in-service teachers and professionals in education, social work, and psychology who wish to acquire formal training in guidance and counselling without leaving their employment or place of residence.
Instructor Led Classes
Designed for Educators
Teacher-Counsellors Community
Curated for School Setting
Salient Features
- Comprehensive Instructor-led online classes
- Facilitating role change of educator
- Focus on self development of educators
- Open book written examination
- Concept of academic mentor
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must meet at least one of the following criteria to be eligible for the PGDGC programme.
In-service teachers possessing graduation with teaching degree/diploma
In-service teachers with minimum of two years of teaching experience
Teachers not presently employed but possessing graduation with teaching degree/diploma
*Candidates pursuing teaching degree/diploma
* Postgraduates in Psychology/Social Work/Education/Child Development/Special Education
*Important Note: Those who are pursuing these courses can also apply. However, their diploma will be awarded only on successful completion of their degree.
General Requirements
- Working Knowledge of English
- Good Internet Connection
- Should have a personal Gmail Account
- Working knowledge of Zoom and Google Classroom
Applicant shall be given on demand technical Support and training
Course Timeline
The timelines are planned keeping in mind participants' schedules,
enabling them to
complete the course without disrupting their responsibilities at school.
Registration Deadline
Candidates can complete their registration process either online or offline through the ICTRC portal.
Instructor-led online Classes (Sundays)
Day 1 : November 23, 2025
Introduction to Guidance and Counselling
Day 2 : November 30, 2025
Fundamentals of Psychological Testing
Day 3 : December 7, 2025
Career Guidance - Theory and Practice
Day 4 : December 14, 2025
Learning Problems-Identification and Management
Day 5 : December 21, 2025
Behaviour Problem Causes-Prevention and Remediation
Self-Learning Modules (SLM) and Assignments
Module 1: Introduction to Guidance and Counseling
Module 2: Counseling Skills and Techniques
Module 3: Career Guidance - Theory and Practice
Module 4: Guidance for Developing Positive Mental Health
Module 5: Adolescence, Education and Life Skill Development
Module 6: Guidance and Counseling for Special Groups
Note: Self-Learning modules will be dispatched in the     third week of December 2025
Open Book Written Examination
and Viva Voce
- Term-End Examination (Online Descriptive)
- 4 papers spread over 2 days
- Viva Voce (Online)
Award of Diploma
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Hear from Our Founder
Dr. V S Ravindran is a prominent Indian psychologist and trainer known for his expertise in educational psychology, counsellor training and leadership development
About ICTRC
Institute of Counsellor Training Research and Consultancy (ICTRC) was established in the year 1992 to work in the area of mental health. The core group of ICTRC comprises practicing psychologists, and educators.
The Vision of ICTRC is to improve the quality of life of by improving mental health through guidance and counselling.
ICTRC facilitates educational institutions, government organization, corporate houses and NGOs realize their full potential by empowering their people in leadership positions and also the people who are responsible for guiding adolescents and youth.
One of the major objectives of ICTRC is to strengthen counselling initiatives in schools and other educational institutions.
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Our admissions team will guide you through the process.
Enquiry Form
Winter Intake 2025 Schedule
Fee Structure
INR 18,500 (All Inclusive)
for school deputed/private candidates residing in India
USD 385 (All Inclusive)
for school deputed/private candidates residing
outside the Indian territory
Fee includes shipping cost for printed copies of Self Learning ModulesÂ
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