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Professional Diploma in Clinical Psychology

Professional Diploma in Clinical Psychology - P.D. (Cl. Psy)

Programme Level

Diploma

Duration

12 Months

Overview

Professional Diploma in Clinical Psychology P.D.(Cl.Psy.) is a comprehensive diploma program designed to provide aspiring psychologists with expertise, practical skills, and hands-on experience in the field of Clinical Psychology. This program aims to develop competent and compassionate professionals and is ideal for those who wish to make a positive impact on the mental health and well-being of individuals and communities. Students will be provided with a strong ethical framework that will enable them to adhere to the highest standards of professional conduct and to respect client confidentiality.

Placement

Placements

After completing a Professional Diploma in Clinical Psychology P.D.(Cl.Psy.) program, students can investigate a range of career options, including positions as clinical psychologists in mental health facilities, private practices, or hospitals; as psychotherapists or counselors; as academic researchers in psychology institutions; as clinical consultants for non-profit and governmental organizations; or as school counselors or educational psychologists.

Advantages of Professional Diploma in Clinical Psychology

Distinguished Profession

Revel in a distinguished profession as an autonomous Clinical Psychologist.

Practical Engagement

Engage with clients directly within a practical context, employing theoretical expertise in real- life situations.

Innovative Progression

Contribute to the progress of treatments for specific disorders by conducting dedicated research & practical solutions.

Career Adaptability

Thrive in diverse environments while anticipating a comfortable income and relishing in work flexibility.

Professional Diploma in Clinical Psychology Outcomes

Begin to practice as a Clinical Psychology Associate and be registered under RCI
Carryout psychological assessment to reduce psychological distress & promote psychological well-being
Interview patients, conduct assessments or diagnostic tests to address mental, emotional and behavioural disorders

Eligibility Criteria

Programme Level

Essential Qualification for PDCP:

Duration

1 Year

Minimum educational requirement for admission to this course will be M.A./M.Sc. degree in Psychology (or in counselling psychology, clinical psychology, applied psychology) from the UGC recognized university with a minimum of 55% marks in aggregate. For SC/ST/OBC category, minimum of 50% marks in aggregate is essential. NOTE: To appear in the entrance examination, candidate must upload the final semester or final year mark-sheet of the M.A./M.Sc. (psychology, clinical psychology, applied psychology, counselling psychology) at the time of applying the online application.

Professional Diploma in Clinical Psychology Fee 2025

Fee Structure

Merit Scholarship

Up to 100% of Tuition Fees

Merit Scholarship

Up to 100% of Tuition Fees

Loan Facility

Interest free education loan

Special Scholarship

Up to 100% of Tuition Fees for: Ward of Armed / Para Military / Police Force Personnel (Serving and Retd, Non-Commissioned Officer), Differently abled candidate, Transgender

Fee Relaxation

25% Fee Concession for female candidate - B.Tech CSE & 26% Fee Relaxation for the students from Uttarakhand

Free-Ship Scholarship

Free education to one candidate in each academic program of the University who is an orphan

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International Endowed Chair Professor

Prof Rakesh Kumar

Prof Rakesh Kumar is the Founder and President of the Breast Cancer in Young Women Foundation (USA), dedicated to vaddressing the distinct issues affecting young women with breast cancer. He also serves as the International Endowed Chair Professor at the Cancer Research Institute of the Himalayan Institute of Medical Sciences. Additionally, he holds adjunct professorships at Rutgers New Jersey Medical School and Virginia Commonwealth University.

Dr Kumar earned his Ph.D. from the All India Institute of Medical Sciences in 1984 and began his research career at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in January 1986. From 1988 to 2017, he held various academic and leadership positions —including faculty member, tenured professor, distinguished professor, endowed chair, department chair, and research leader—at esteemed institutions such as Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in New York and the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston. From 2017 to 2022, he served as the National Chair for Cancer Research for the Government of India and as a distinguished professor, continuing his innovative work in breast cancer research.

With nearly 40 years of research and professional experience, Dr. Kumar has made conceptual contributions to the field of cancer research (h-index 108, citations >50,000). He has authored over 325 peer-reviewed publications, edited or co-edited nine books, and delivered 290 invited lectures worldwide. His work has been featured on the covers of 18 major cancer journals and has been highlighted in institutional research reports of the MD Anderson Cancer Center.

A passionate educator and mentor, Dr. Kumar has guided 67 trainees throughout his career. He serves on the editorial boards of multiple leading cancer journals and has served on the editorial boards of 21 top cancer journals. His global reputation is further demonstrated by his participation in about 100 peer-review panels for cancer research funding in the US and internationally over the past 28 years.

Dr. Kumar's innovative research has earned him numerous prestigious honors, including the Hinkle Society Faculty Award at Penn State University (1994), the Dalla/Fort Worth Living Legend Faculty Achievement Award in Basic Sciences (2004), the Ranbaxy Research Award (2006), and the Lifetime Achievement Award from the American Association of Indian Scientists in Cancer Research (2013), among others. Dr. Kumar's pioneering research continues to have a profound influence on the fields of oncology and breast cancer, opening up new opportunities for biomedical scientists and trainees worldwide.