Mental wellbeing is significant at all levels -- the individual, the family, and the society. In the traditional Indian context, the extended and joint family systems, the neighbourhood, and the kin group often acted as a buffer and helped in coping with stress and upheavals. In the contemporary times however, increasing westernization, urbanization, and individuation on the one hand, and dwindling support systems on the other hand, have complicated matters. The recent pandemic and its aftermath in various domains has also contributed in making life difficult and taking a toll on mental health. While environmental stressors cannot always be controlled, it is important to improve the coping strategy and resilience. Mental health and wellbeing needs to be nurtured for a better quality of life and a greater ability to cope with adversities. This Master’s Degree Programme aims to generate awareness in this regard, and focuses on developing sensitization regarding the role that can be played by counselling and family therapy for promoting mental health and wellbeing.

A special feature of the programme is that it has a provision of exit point for learners (after successful completion of the first year courses) in the form of Post Graduate Diploma in Counselling and Family Therapy (PGDCFT).

Please note that the programme is not approved by the National Commission for Allied and Healthcare Professions (NCAHP), which now governs the registration of individuals in this profession. Applicants are advised to go through the NCAHP Act (2021) for understanding the details of the professions with respect to this programme and to take an informed decision.

Bachelor’s degree in any subject from a recognized University.

Lateral entry to 2^nd year of MSCCFT: Those who have successfully completed P G Diploma in Counselling and Family Therapy (PGDCFT) from IGNOU, are eligible for lateral entry to the second year of MSCCFT Program. They will be required to study only the second year courses. The minimum and maximum duration of the Programme for students joining through Lateral Entry shall be one year and two years respectively.

To join through Lateral Entry, applicants may register on the online admission portal, select MSCCFT Programme, and follow the process. The option for Lateral Entry shall be given at the time of filling qualification details. . A scanned copy of the final marks sheet (Grade Card) of PGDCFT indicating successful completion of the Programme is required to be uploaded, along with other documents as required.

After confirmation of admission through Lateral Entry, students are advised to apply for transfer of credits earned in PGDCFT to MSCCFT. 

Rs.18000/- per year Plus Registration Fee & Development Fee as applicable