Rehberlik ve Psikolojik Danışmanlık Lisans Diploması

ISCO 08

ISCO 08

• The primary aim of the undergraduate program in Guidance and Psychological Counseling is to educate psychological counselors who are sensitive to individuals, society, and the changing dynamics and issues of the world; who have grasped the new paradigms of their profession in the 21st Century Information Age; who embrace a humanistic and existential philosophy of life; and who, based on the ethical principles and values of their profession, can provide primary-level preventive and protective mental health services in sectors such as education, health, and industry.

• Learning takes place in the form of formal education. In addition, practical training is conducted in laboratories and workshops within higher education institutions or in industry, healthcare institutions, Ministry of National Education (MEB) affiliated schools, and workplaces as internships or workplace training

• Grasps the basic concepts, approaches, ethical principles, and values of Counseling and Guidance Psychology.
• Understands how Counseling and Guidance Psychology services can be provided to meet societal needs.
• Analyzes the unique roles and responsibilities of sub-specialties such as school counseling, career counseling, marriage and family counseling, rehabilitation counseling, and mental health counseling within the field of Counseling Psychology.
• Evaluates the impact of educational services on students' physical, mental, emotional, social, and character development from a counseling perspective.
• Shapes Counseling and Guidance Psychology services according to the developmental needs of students at different school levels by understanding the education system of the Ministry of National Education.
• Plans, implements, and evaluates basic-level Counseling and Guidance Psychology programs tailored to the needs of educational institutions based on the purpose and principles of developmental and preventive guidance.
• Plans, implements, and evaluates fundamental interventions of Counseling and Guidance Psychology, such as individual and group counseling, psychoeducation, consultation, and coordination, to strengthen the psychological well-being of clients in the workplace, based on ethical principles, multicultural understanding, and acquired theoretical and applied knowledge.
• Plans, implements, and evaluates basic interventions tailored to the needs of disadvantaged clients such as disabled individuals, immigrants, those with behavioral problems, and addicts within the scope of preventive and protective mental health services.
• Plans, implements, and evaluates basic interventions of marriage and family counseling to help family members cope with developmental and acute crises, strengthen resilience and coping levels against stressful life events.
• Plans, implements, and evaluates basic interventions according to the principles and techniques of career counseling to support individuals in their career development.
• Selects, uses, and evaluates appropriate measurement and evaluation tools specific to the field of Counseling and Guidance Psychology.
• Establishes effective communication and collaboration with relevant stakeholders in the workplace.
• Fulfills roles and responsibilities as a preventive and protective mental health professional in accordance with the ethical principles and values of the Counseling and Guidance Psychology profession to meet societal needs.
• Assists clients in self-realization and psychological well-being by embracing the fundamental principles of Counseling and Guidance Psychology.
• Adopts the principle of lifelong learning to sustain professional development.
• Serves as a role model to clients and society by demonstrating attitudes and behaviors aligned with the fundamental principles of Counseling and Guidance Psychology.

Has advanced-level proficiency in the following key competencies:

• Literacy skills
• Multilingual skills
• Digital literacy
• Personal, social, and learning-to-learn skills
• Citizenship skills
• Entrepreneurship skills
• Cultural awareness and expression skills

Examinations include mid-term exams, final exams, make-up exams, single-course exams, internship final exams, excuse exams, exemption exams, graduation exams for three courses, and additional exams at the end of the maximum education period. Exams can be conducted in written and/or oral/practical formats.

Students are graded based on their performance in the courses they take, and these grades are referred to as letter grades, serving as the course achievement grade.

The course achievement grade is calculated by taking 40% of the mid-term exam grade and/or the evaluation of educational activities, and 60% of the final/make-up exam grade.

Examinations are evaluated based on either absolute or relative criteria.

To ensure the quality of higher education programs:

The Council of Higher Education (YÖK) is responsible for planning, organizing, managing, and supervising education, training, and other activities at higher education institutions.

"University Monitoring and Evaluation Reports" prepared in accordance with the criteria set by YÖK for higher education institutions are published annually. These reports, which contain quantitative and qualitative evaluations directed towards higher education institutions, are shared with the public by YÖK.

The "Foundation Higher Education Institutions Report," containing academic, administrative, and financial data for foundation higher education institutions, is published annually by YÖK. These reports, which include quantitative and qualitative evaluations conducted for foundation higher education institutions, are shared with the public by YÖK.

Quality assurance for undergraduate programs in higher education is ensured according to the "Principles and Procedures for Ensuring the Quality Assurance of Higher Education Diploma Programs":

1. Creation and Approval of Teaching Programs:

YÖK determines the minimum standards and criteria required for the opening of undergraduate departments and programs at higher education institutions.

1.1. The curriculum of undergraduate programs and the learning outcomes that each program will provide to students are determined by the senates of higher education institutions in accordance with the basic principles determined by YÖK on these matters.

1.2. After the curriculum of National Core Education Programs is accepted by the relevant Council of Deans, it is implemented by higher education institutions with the approval of YÖK.

2. Measurement-Evaluation: The measurement and evaluation of the learning outcomes that each undergraduate program will provide to students are carried out in accordance with the teaching and examination regulations prepared by higher education institutions in accordance with the basic principles determined by YÖK on these matters.
3. Certification: Students enrolled in undergraduate programs receive a bachelor's degree if they successfully complete the course credits and other obligations determined by higher education institutions.
4. Self-Assessment-External Evaluation: Higher education institutions enter the "Institutional Self-Assessment Reports" for the previous year prepared within the framework of continuous monitoring into the Information System prepared by the Higher Education Quality Board (YÖKAK) at the beginning of each year. YÖKAK shares the "Institutional Feedback Report" prepared for the external evaluation of higher education institutions with the public.

Additionally, accreditation decisions given by accreditation organizations authorized or recognized by YÖKAK also indicate that the qualifications of programs are ensured through quality assurance. YÖKAK carries out regular review activities regarding the qualifications determined in accordance with YÖKAK legislation.

Teacher Education Programs Evaluation and Accreditation Association (EPDAD)

Accreditation Start and End Date: 15.05.2020-15.05.2025

A student wishing to enroll in the department must complete the processes determined by ÖSYM within the academic and legal regulations of the university and successfully pass the exams. A student who has started education in an equivalent program, either domestically or abroad, may apply for lateral transfer. The admission of students is individually examined and evaluated based on their qualifications and the degree for which they have applied before the start of the semester. More detailed information about university admission is available in the Institutional Introduction Catalog.

Graduates of the Counseling and Psychological Counseling Bachelor's program can work in sectors such as education, justice, health, and industry under the title of Guidance Counselor (Psychological Counselor) or under the job title provided by the employing institution (for example, Pedagogue, Human Resources Specialist, Education Specialist, etc.).

1. 2547 Sayılı Yükseköğretim Kanunu

1.1. Regulations Regarding Transfer Between Associate and Undergraduate Degree Programs, Double Major, Minor, and Inter-Institutional Credit Transfer in Higher Education Institutions

1.2. Regulation on the Continuation of Vocational School and Open Education Associate Degree Program Graduates to Bachelor's Education

2. 2547 Sayılı Yükseköğretim Kanunu (Additional Article-35)

2.1. Regulation on Higher Education Quality Assurance and Higher Education Quality Board

The qualification remains continuously valid.