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The Graduate Certificate in Islamic Psychology and Psychotherapy (GCIPP) uniquely offers an integrated perspective within an Islamic framework for the modern professional practice of psychology. The certificate program fills a gap in the training of current mental health professionals by exposing and teaching trainees how to incorporate Islamic traditions into their professional practice. The program draws upon the existing mental health experiences of such professionals and provides a tailored course sequence designed to fill in the gaps in their training.
This certificate aims to address the pressing need for spiritually competent mental health practitioners who can skillfully work with the religious nuances of Muslim communities. The program's holistic approach will produce a generation of scholars and practitioners to enrich the nascent field of Islamic psychology both locally and globally.
The GCIPP aims to empower practitioners with the knowledge and skills to integrate Islamic spiritual concepts into their clinical practice. Students will benefit from the rich Islamic academic atmosphere of the college to enhance their clinical experiences and scholarship.
An 18-credit degree program, taught over one year in English, that includes:
Four core courses (12 credits)
Course Name Introduction to Psychology in the Islamic Tradition Introduction to Psychotherapy and Counseling Theories Ethical, Professional, and Legal Issues in Psychology Advanced Techniques and Interventions A choice of two electives out of five options (6 credits)
Course Name Cross-Cultural Psychotherapy Group Therapy Career and School Counseling Substance Abuse and Addictions Marital and Family Therapy
Applicants seeking admission to the Graduate Certificate in Islamic Psychology and Psychotherapy (GCIPP) should have a master’s degree in a mental health profession (such as clinical social work, counseling psychology, counselor education, clinical psychology, clinical pastoral care, or similar) from a recognized institution. Applicants must have completed at least 200 clinical practice hours at the graduate level of clinical practice.
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Tuition Fees
| Program | Graduate Certificate in Islamic Psychology and Psychotherapy (GCIPP) |
|---|---|
| Total Program Tuition Fees | QAR 36,000 |
| Tuition Fees per Credit Hour | QAR 2,000 |
| Total Program Credit Hours | 18 |
| Program Duration | 1 year |