Online certificate course in Psycho-Social First Aid (PSFA)
Department Department of Psychosocial Support in
Disaster Management Minimum Requirement for Central or State/ Union Territory Admission government employees and individuals working in NGOs, with individuals affected by disasters, trauma or difficult circumstances. Must have at least a graduation degree. Individuals with post-graduate degrees in Psychology/ Social- Work/ Nursing/ Public Health. No. of Seats 30 Duration of the Course 18 hours spread over 3 months Mode Online Commencement of the Course 20th January 2025 Fees Rs. 2000 Brief Description of the Course An online course to train individuals in Psycho-Social First Aid (PSFA). The course will equip the participants with the following skills: identifying potential beneficiaries of PSFA, understanding personal and situational contexts of affected individuals, assessing level of exposure and personal impact of events, prioritizing the psychosocial needs and utilizing appropriate techniques of PSFA. The training will include case presentations, group discussions, practical demonstration, homework assignments and online tests. Course Coordinator and Contact Dr. Ajay Kumar Goyal, Assistant Professor, Details Department of Psychosocial Support in Disaster Management [email protected] How to apply? The link to apply for registration is given below:
Selection process All eligible participants who express interest
in participating in the course will be admitted on first come first serve basis. After the expression of interest is filled, the institution will review the application and those who have fulfilled the criteria will receive a link for the payment.