Certificate Course in

Mental Health
Counselling




Last two year was difficult for everyone. The community was locked and the fear of Infection from COVID-19 was at its peak. Many have lost their family members and near one in pandemic. Isolation and solitude deeply affect the mental health of the community. Many research studies show the significant mental problem in different age groups. There is a need of trained mental health professional. For filling this gap Department of Public Health P.P. Savani University is starting a certificate course on Mental Health Counselling.

Overview of the Programme

Last two year was difficult for everyone. The community was locked and the fear of Infection from COVID-19 was at its peak. Many have lost their family members and near one in pandemic. Isolation and solitude deeply affect the mental health of the community.

Outcome of course

The participants can be able to give basic level of mental health counselling to community. This course will help to improve the mental health awareness and knowledge in community.

Duration : 8 Weeks

Programme period : 17/07/2021 to 06/09/2021

Medium of Instruction : English

Eligibility : Medical/AYUSH/paramedical students/health workers/ASHA/AWW/ Anyone who is interested in mental health counselling.

Certification : Certificate of completion will be given to all those participants who will fulfill all criteria of this course which are as following; 

  • More than 90% attendance
  • Submission of Assignment
  • Course completion exam
  • Filling of feedback form

Fee Structure

Programme Offered Certificate Course in Mental Health Counselling
Number of Seats 50
Duration 8 Weeks
Fees for PPSU Students Rs.1500
Fees for Non PPSU students Rs.2500

Important dates

Last Date to fill online application form is 09-08-2021

Commencement of session will be from 14-08-2021


Contact Details

Course Coordinator
Dr. Deepak Vishwakarma
(BHMS, MPH, Ph.D. pursuing)
Assistance Professor,
Department of Public Health, PPSU 8490931144