Program Information

Aim Qualification Awarded Registration and Admission Requirements Graduation Requirements Recognition of Prior Learning Lesson Plan - ECTS Credits Program Qualification Program Qualification TYYÇ Basic Area Qualification Matrix.Employment Opportunities Upgrading Type of Training Assessment and Evaluation Head of Department/Program Learning Experiences Course - Program Competencies Relations Surveys for Students Numerical Data

Aim

The aim of the program is to train competent professionals who are interested in understanding human nature, open to researching and learning, have scientific thinking skills, serve people in the process of solving their psychological problems in the direction of scientific knowledge they obtain, can transfer knowledge learned during undergraduate education to practice, behave according to ethic and the principles of the profession.

Qualification Awarded

First Cycle (Bachelor's Degree)

Registration and Admission Requirements

Students should have earned a high school or an equivalent diploma and sufficient score on nation-wide Basic Proficiency Exam (TYT). Admission is based on the scores, according to the rules determined by Higher Education Council. For international students who will be accepted according to the National or International Exams, Quota and conditions are announced on our University’s website.

Graduation Requirements

Students must successfully finish all courses and internships set by the program taking at least 240 ECTS credits in total, to be granted with the Bachelor's degree. Graduation eligibility is determined by academic average score. For this purpose, the sum of the weighted scores of all courses taken throughout the education is divided by the sum of ECTS values.

Recognition of Prior Learning

Students may apply for exemption from the courses they have taken in another higher education or equally accredited institution. Exemption requests are decided by the board of governors of the School, which considers the opinion of the lecturer responsible for that course.

Lesson Plan - ECTS Credits

* The courses indicated in this course table shows current course plan information in Student Affairs.

** Compulsory courses are certainly opened whereas opening of elective and optional courses may differ according to preferences and quota condition in related term.

*** Theoretical and practical course hours of vocational (professional) clinical courses are not considered weekly. These course hours refer to total course hours.

Please click on the course title in the table below in order to see detailed information about course objectives and learning outcomes etc.

COURSE LISTS

Program Qualification

Theoretical, Factual

Verbalizes the meanings of terms and concepts that are used in the Psychological Counseling and Guidance field.
Verbalizes the basic concepts, principles, and techniques of theories in the field of Psychological Counseling and Guidance.
Compares different theories in the field of Psychological Counseling and Guidance and lists the strenghts and weaknesses of each theory.

Program Output TYYÇ Basic Area Matrix
Basic Area Qualification	Program Qualification
KNOWLEDGE
Theoretical, Factual
1- Based on the competencies gained in secondary education; Understanding the basic concepts related to the field and the relationships between concepts.	2 - Verbalizes the basic concepts, principles, and techniques of theories in the field of Psychological Counseling and Guidance. 1 - Verbalizes the meanings of terms and concepts that are used in the Psychological Counseling and Guidance field. 3 - Compares different theories in the field of Psychological Counseling and Guidance and lists the strenghts and weaknesses of each theory. 13 - Knows basic consepts in Psychological Counseling and Guidance field.
2-The nature of the information has knowledge about the evaluation of its source, limits, accuracy, reliability and validity.	5 - When faced with a problem in the profession, he /she analyzes and solves it with scientific methods. 16 - Makes scientific research in the field of Psychological Counseling and Guidance by selecting appropriate research methods.
3- Having basic knowledge about curricula.	5 - When faced with a problem in the profession, he /she analyzes and solves it with scientific methods. 16 - Makes scientific research in the field of Psychological Counseling and Guidance by selecting appropriate research methods.
4-Students have knowledge of basic development and learning characteristics.	15 - Uses psychological measurement tools in accordance with their purpose and ethical principles. 4 - Uses necessary intervention techniques in accordance with the education taken about the possible problems or issues that can be faced when working in the field of Psychological Counseling and Guidance.
5-They have knowledge about different national and international cultures.	2 - Verbalizes the basic concepts, principles, and techniques of theories in the field of Psychological Counseling and Guidance. 3 - Compares different theories in the field of Psychological Counseling and Guidance and lists the strenghts and weaknesses of each theory.
	11 - Has a sense of social responsibility and uses his/her field knowledge and skills for the solutions of problems in his/her surroundings.
SKILLS
Cognitive, Practical
1- Using basic information sources related to its field.	4 - Uses necessary intervention techniques in accordance with the education taken about the possible problems or issues that can be faced when working in the field of Psychological Counseling and Guidance. 14 - Applies basic skills in Psychological Counseling and Guidance field.
2- Explaining the basic events and phenomena related to his/her field with basic concepts related to his/her field.	5 - When faced with a problem in the profession, he /she analyzes and solves it with scientific methods. 16 - Makes scientific research in the field of Psychological Counseling and Guidance by selecting appropriate research methods.
3- Interpreting and evaluating the data by using the basic knowledge and skills acquired in the field.	5 - When faced with a problem in the profession, he /she analyzes and solves it with scientific methods. 6 - When faced with a problem in the profession, he/she solves it by oneself. 9 - Holds consultation with his/her colleagues when needed in the process of resolving a problem about the profession. 11 - Has a sense of social responsibility and uses his/her field knowledge and skills for the solutions of problems in his/her surroundings. 10 - When faced with a problem, he/she formulates it in a written form or verbally. 16 - Makes scientific research in the field of Psychological Counseling and Guidance by selecting appropriate research methods.
4-Defining and analyzing problems related to the field, developing evidence-based solution suggestions.	4 - Uses necessary intervention techniques in accordance with the education taken about the possible problems or issues that can be faced when working in the field of Psychological Counseling and Guidance. 5 - When faced with a problem in the profession, he /she analyzes and solves it with scientific methods.
	4 - Uses necessary intervention techniques in accordance with the education taken about the possible problems or issues that can be faced when working in the field of Psychological Counseling and Guidance.
	5 - When faced with a problem in the profession, he /she analyzes and solves it with scientific methods. 15 - Uses psychological measurement tools in accordance with their purpose and ethical principles.
COMPETENCIES
Ability to work independently and take responsibility
1- Conducting a basic level study related to the field independently.	9 - Holds consultation with his/her colleagues when needed in the process of resolving a problem about the profession. 7 - Has the knowledge and skills required by the profession and make necessary interventions by distinguishing his/her own tasks and responsibilities from the ones that are not in the scope of the his/her profession. 11 - Has a sense of social responsibility and uses his/her field knowledge and skills for the solutions of problems in his/her surroundings.
2- Taking responsibility in individual and group work.	6 - When faced with a problem in the profession, he/she solves it by oneself. 7 - Has the knowledge and skills required by the profession and make necessary interventions by distinguishing his/her own tasks and responsibilities from the ones that are not in the scope of the his/her profession. 8 - Follows the developments about the profession and has the principle of lifelong learning.
3- Recognizing himself/herself as an individual; using his/her creative and strengths and improving his/her weaknesses.	9 - Holds consultation with his/her colleagues when needed in the process of resolving a problem about the profession. 7 - Has the knowledge and skills required by the profession and make necessary interventions by distinguishing his/her own tasks and responsibilities from the ones that are not in the scope of the his/her profession. 6 - When faced with a problem in the profession, he/she solves it by oneself.
Learning Competence
1- Evaluating the basic knowledge and skills with a critical approach.	3 - Compares different theories in the field of Psychological Counseling and Guidance and lists the strenghts and weaknesses of each theory.
2- Identifiying learning needs and guiding learning.	10 - When faced with a problem, he/she formulates it in a written form or verbally. 4 - Uses necessary intervention techniques in accordance with the education taken about the possible problems or issues that can be faced when working in the field of Psychological Counseling and Guidance. 5 - When faced with a problem in the profession, he /she analyzes and solves it with scientific methods.
3- Directing his/her education to an advanced education level in the same field or to a profession at the same level.	8 - Follows the developments about the profession and has the principle of lifelong learning.
4- Developing a positive attitude towards lifelong learning.	16 - Makes scientific research in the field of Psychological Counseling and Guidance by selecting appropriate research methods. 8 - Follows the developments about the profession and has the principle of lifelong learning. 12 - Knows at least B1 level of English to follow the international scientific developments in Psychological Counseling and Guidance field.
Communication and Social Competence
1-Being sensitive to the events/ developments on the agenda of the society and the world and following these developments.	8 - Follows the developments about the profession and has the principle of lifelong learning.
2- Informing the relevant persons and institutions at the level of basic knowledge and skills in the field.	8 - Follows the developments about the profession and has the principle of lifelong learning. 12 - Knows at least B1 level of English to follow the international scientific developments in Psychological Counseling and Guidance field.
3- Sharing his/her thoughts and solution suggestions for problems with people by supporting them with scientific information.	11 - Has a sense of social responsibility and uses his/her field knowledge and skills for the solutions of problems in his/her surroundings.
4-Being able to monitor the information in the field and communicate with colleagues by using a foreign language at least at the General Level of the European Language Portfolio A2.	7 - Has the knowledge and skills required by the profession and make necessary interventions by distinguishing his/her own tasks and responsibilities from the ones that are not in the scope of the his/her profession.
5- Using information and communication technologies at the basic level of the European Computer Use License.	5 - When faced with a problem in the profession, he /she analyzes and solves it with scientific methods. 15 - Uses psychological measurement tools in accordance with their purpose and ethical principles. 9 - Holds consultation with his/her colleagues when needed in the process of resolving a problem about the profession.
6- Living in different cultures and adapting to social life.	12 - Knows at least B1 level of English to follow the international scientific developments in Psychological Counseling and Guidance field.
	8 - Follows the developments about the profession and has the principle of lifelong learning.
	11 - Has a sense of social responsibility and uses his/her field knowledge and skills for the solutions of problems in his/her surroundings.
Field-based Competence
1-Setting an example for the society with his/her appearance, attitude, attitude and behaviors.	7 - Has the knowledge and skills required by the profession and make necessary interventions by distinguishing his/her own tasks and responsibilities from the ones that are not in the scope of the his/her profession.
2- Acting in accordance with democracy, human rights, social, scientific and professional ethical values.	7 - Has the knowledge and skills required by the profession and make necessary interventions by distinguishing his/her own tasks and responsibilities from the ones that are not in the scope of the his/her profession. 15 - Uses psychological measurement tools in accordance with their purpose and ethical principles.
3- Acting and participates in quality management and processes.	8 - Follows the developments about the profession and has the principle of lifelong learning.
4-Having sufficient awareness in environmental protection and occupational safety issues.	4 - Uses necessary intervention techniques in accordance with the education taken about the possible problems or issues that can be faced when working in the field of Psychological Counseling and Guidance. 7 - Has the knowledge and skills required by the profession and make necessary interventions by distinguishing his/her own tasks and responsibilities from the ones that are not in the scope of the his/her profession. 9 - Holds consultation with his/her colleagues when needed in the process of resolving a problem about the profession.
5-Being aware of the national and universal sensitivities expressed in the Basic Law of National Education.	8 - Follows the developments about the profession and has the principle of lifelong learning.
6- As an individual, he/she is acting in accordance with the laws, regulations and legislation related to his/her duties, rights and responsibilities.	7 - Has the knowledge and skills required by the profession and make necessary interventions by distinguishing his/her own tasks and responsibilities from the ones that are not in the scope of the his/her profession.
	7 - Has the knowledge and skills required by the profession and make necessary interventions by distinguishing his/her own tasks and responsibilities from the ones that are not in the scope of the his/her profession.

Employment Opportunities

Graduates from counselor program are mostly working as a guidance teacher in the staff of Ministry of National Education (MEB). Fewer of them can find job opportunities as a pedagogue in the courthouses affiliated to Ministry of Justice. Apart from these two ministries, many graduates are working in jobs of the field of counseling in other public and private institutions. For instance, a part of these graduates can work in private counseling services.

Upgrading

Students may apply for the graduate programs, to obtain Master and PhD degrees in related field, following the rules defined by the Turkish Higher Education Council.

Type of Training

Full Time

Assessment and Evaluation

The achievement of a course determined by the course grade. Course achievement grades determined by the students achievement in midterms and assignments counted as midterms, practical studies, group studies, similar studies and students success over the semester. All courses included, if the students get less than 50 points from the general exam fails from the course. To pass the course, students must get 60 points or 2,27 achievement quotient at the end of the semester.

Head of Department/Program

Head Of Department

Doç.Dr. Asude ÖZDEMİR

Head Of Department

Prof.Dr. Servet BAYRAM

Learning Experiences

Learning situations aim to develop students' creative, critical, reflective thinking skills and higher level thinking skills such as logical and mathematical thinking skills. In addition, it aims to develop students' meta-cognitive skills. Learning situations include learning strategies, methods and techniques as well as the tools used and assessment and evaluation methods. The learning situations used in the programs are given in the list below:

Learning Experiences *	Learning Activities	Tools Used

Course - Program Competencies Relations

Course	1	0
İlişkili Ders Sayısı / 0/0

Surveys for Students

Öğretim elemanı değerlendirme anketi	Kesinlikle katılmıyorum	Katılmıyorum	Kısmen katılıyorum	Katılıyorum	Kesinlikle katılıyorum	Fikrim yok
Dönem başında dersin amacını, kapsamını ve öğrencidenbeklenenleri anlaşılır bir şekilde açıklar.
Dersin kaynaklarını dersin amaçlarına uygun olarak seçer veduyurur.
Ders için önerdiği kaynaklara ulaşmada öğrencilere yolgösterir/yardımcı olur.
Anlatımı (Dersi sunumu) akıcı, açık ve anlaşılırdır.
Öğretim teknolojilerini (etkili bir şekilde) kullanabilir.
Sınıfta çok yönlü iletişim ve etkileşim sağlayacakuygulamalara yer verir.
Geleneksel öğretim strateji yöntem ve teknikleri konusundagelişmiş bir bilgi birikimine sahiptir.
Derste işlediği öğretim yöntemlerini kendi uygulamalarındakullanır.
Ders saatleri dışında ders ile ilgili öğrenciye yeterince zamanayırır.
Derse düzenli olarak gelir ve zamanı etkin kullanır.
Ders sırasında sınıfa hakimiyeti kurmada oldukça başarılıdır.
Güncel konular hakkında öğrencileri bilgilendirir.
Öğrenci görüşlerine açık tutum ve davranışları ile örnek teşkileder.
Başarı ölçme yöntemleri ve araçları (klasik/test/sözlü sınav/proje/ödev vb.) dersin hedef ve içeriği ile uyumludur.
Sınav kağıdımla ilgili soru sormak istediğimde bana yardımcı olur.
Laboratuvar/saha/uygulama çalışmaları dersin amacı ileuyuşmaktadır.
Dersin öğrenme ve öğretme sürecinin yaratıcı düşünme süreç vebecerilerini geliştirir.
Ders güncel konu ve konuklarla desteklenir.
Yukarıdaki sorular dışında iletmek istedikleriniz

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