International Institute of Counselling and Applied Psychology sealInternational Institute of Counselling and Applied Psychology
Global online institute

Where hands-on training meets real-world psychology expertise

World-class online education for mental health and healthcare professionals — and aspiring practitioners beginning their journey. Learn anywhere, develop the knowledge, skills, and confidence to make a meaningful impact.

  • IAOTH-accredited certificates
  • Learn at your own pace
  • Tutored by experienced clinicians
Courses

Featured programmes

Evidence-based, practice-led courses designed around your professional goals.

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Diploma

Professional Diploma in Applied Counselling & Psychotherapy Practice

Six-month professional training in integrative counselling and psychotherapy — 200+ hours across ten core modalities, with live practice (in real time, in small groups in breakout rooms). Live online classes, 4 days a week (Mon–Thu, 7–9.30 pm).

Hours
200 Hours
Duration
26 weeks
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Introductory

Skills and Process of Counselling

An introduction to the core skills and stages of effective counselling — active listening, empathy, rapport-building and the counselling process.

Hours
4 Hours
Duration
2 weeks
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Free career test

Not sure if counselling is the right path for you?

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Who we teach

Built for professionals — welcoming to newcomers

Whether you're deepening an established practice or taking your first step into the field, there's a pathway for you.

Working professionals

Nurses, doctors, social workers, psychologists and therapists seeking accredited training, new modalities, or formal upskilling that fits around clinical commitments.

  • Recognised learning hours for revalidation
  • Advanced and specialist courses
  • Evidence-based, immediately applicable

Entering the field

Career-changers and students beginning their journey into counselling and psychology, with supportive foundations and clear progression.

  • Accessible introductory courses
  • Build core skills with confidence
  • Guidance on routes into the profession
Trusted worldwide

What our learners say

The IICAP foundation, led by Ms Rumana Jafri, offers practical, accessible training for psychology students. Her diploma course covers 11 therapy techniques in six months, making complex topics easy to understand. Ms Jafri's clear teaching and supportive sessions helped me gain real confidence to start my career. Her courses are well-structured, insightful, and highly recommended for anyone starting in psychology.
Sol VargheseDiploma Student
Thank you for creating such a safe and nurturing space for Inner Child Healing. The sessions have been deeply meaningful for me. They helped me reconnect with parts of myself I had overlooked, and I found the guided reflections very grounding. Through this journey, I've learned to acknowledge my inner child with more compassion and patience, which has already begun to shift how I relate to myself and others. Overall, it has been a transformative experience, and I'm grateful for the support and guidance throughout. Thank you for holding space for this healing process.
PoojaDiploma Student
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A complete learning platform is on the way

We're building an integrated student experience — enrolment, live classes, exams, 1:1 sessions and certification. Join our newsletter to be the first to know.

Student dashboard & course player

Phase 2

Enrol online, track your progress, and learn through an integrated, branded course player.

Live classes & 1:1 sessions

Phase 3

Join interactive webinars and book one-to-one video sessions with tutors — all inside the platform.

Online exams & assessment

Phase 3

Complete timed assessments and quizzes with instant feedback and verifiable results.

Certification & learning records

Phase 2

Earn verifiable certificates and keep an exportable record of your learning hours.

Ready to advance your practice?

Explore our accredited courses or speak to our team about the right pathway for you.