Developmental Counselling and Mental Wellbeing

Program : Degree with Honors in Developmental Counselling and Mental Wellbeing

Developmental Counselling and Mental Wellbeing is a program offered by the Department of Human Development. This specialization has a preventive counselling approach based on life span development. It aims to develop skills that help children with developmental problems and learning difficulties. Training in understanding the importance and basics of Remedial education provides the students with the necessary skills to work in remedial education centres and resource rooms in schools. Training for helping individuals in coping with stressors across the life span and maintaining mental wellbeing is the vital focus of this program.

Duration :

4 years – Degree with Honors in Developmental Counselling and Mental Wellbeing
3 years – Degree in Developmental Counselling

Eligibility : HSC in Home Science / Science / Arts / Commerce

Student Activities

The Department of Human Development offers various courses which acquaint students with the trend of normal growth and development from conception to old age. “This Interdisciplinary field of study is devoted to the understanding of the holistic developmental changes that children, adolescents and adults experience throughout their life span.” It trains the students to understand human behavior and handle problems at various stages of growth through theory and extensive practical work.

Program Specific Learning Outcomes

The student will be able to explain and appraise the developmental milestones and tasks at each stage across the life span and also identify developmental delays in children.
The student will be able to demonstrate a strength-based approach towards helping individuals to deal with developmental issues and concerns.
The student will be able to recognise the theoretical and developmental foundations in human development
The student will be able to discuss upcoming trends and development in the field of human development and special education.
The Student will be able to demonstrate pedagogical knowledge and skills in planning and assessment of remedial and intervention programs.
The student will be able to plan and implement life skills and developmental programs for individuals across the life span in the community set up.
The student will be able to demonstrate scientific attitude and creative thought processes in designing viable programs for the community in the field of developmental counselling.
The student will be able to state the significance of each stage of development from developmental, economic and the rights perspective.
The student will be able to analyse the implications of gender and diversity on the life of an individual.
The student will be able to create developmental programs and provide guidance to parents, community and other organisations to increase their awareness and involvement in developmental programs and situational concerns.
The student will be able to design intervention programs for holistic growth and development of children, adolescents and elderly.
The student will be able to use technology and other contemporary mediums of instruction for professional growth and development in the field of developmental counselling.
The student will be able to Design and implement innovative entrepreneurial programs and events for children and adolescents

This Program May Be The Right Choice For Those Who

Have interest in human behaviour and like to work with children and families.
Find it interesting to observe and understand the psychology behind human behaviour.
Are good listeners and find it satisfying to help children and families to deal with their problems.
Enjoy being creative and innovative in preparing teaching materials for children.
Want to help individuals to make a positive change in their lives.

Professional Opportunities

Entrepreneurial opportunities-start a mother toddler club/ parent coaching
Entrepreneur in event management- Organize summer camps, parties and special events for children
Conduct language enrichment, creativity and personality development classes for children
Expert in designing remedial and intervention material for children
Work as a shadow teacher/ Preschool teacher /Assistant remedial teachers
Developmental Counsellor and Mental wellbeing experts for school going children
Entrepreneur as Life Skill Coach
Working in NGO as Child Care Guide / Child Development Officer

Opportunities For Further Education-National And International

MSc. in Developmental Counselling and Mental Wellbeing
MSc. in Human Development.
MSc in Counselling Psychology.
BEd /MEd in Special Education.
PG Diploma in School Counselling.
MSW in Social Work.
Masters in Educational Technology.
MBA (HR)
Diploma in Gerontology

Faculty

Ms. Archana Jain
Head of Department, Associate Professor
Ms. Archana Jain

Head of Department, Associate Professor
Department : Human Development
Contact Info : archana.jain@svt.edu.in
Qualifications : M.Sc. (Child Development and Family Relations), P.G. Diploma in Early Childhood Care and Education).
Areas of Specialization : Gerontology, Middle adulthood, Counselling, Developmental Assessment, Mental Wellbeing, Life Skills, Early Childhood Development.
Other Positions Held :

Co-coordinator Family And Child Enrichment Center

Chairperson- Academic Enrichment Committee

Member- Academic Council,

Advisor-Time Table Committee

Secretory- Association for Early Childhood Education and Development” (AECED) National
Ms. Shilpa Sawalakhe
Assistant Professor
Ms. Shilpa Sawalakhe

Assistant Professor

Department :Human Development
Contact Info : shilpa.sawalakhe@svt.edu.in
Qualifications : M.Sc., B.Ed., M. Phil (Human Development)
Areas of Specialization : ECCE, Emotional Intelligence.
Dr. Bhamini Mehta
Assistant Professor
Dr. Bhamini Mehta

Assistant Professor

Department : Human Development
Contact Info : bhamini.mehta@svt.edu.in
Qualifications : M.Sc. (Home Science), Ph.D. (Human Development)
Areas of Specialization : Gender Studies, Involuntary Childlessness, Adolescent Life Skills, parenting, Mental Wellbeing, Life Skills, Assessment for Early Childhood Years.
Other Positions Held : In-charge- Learning Disability Initiative of the College, Chairperson- Student Welfare Committee.
Ms. Jasmeet Anand
Visiting Faculty
Ms. Jasmeet Anand

Visiting Faculty

Department :Human Development
Contact Info : jasmeet.anand@svt.edu.in
Qualifications : Msc Human Development, P.G. Diploma Counselling Psychology.
Areas of Specialization : Gender Studies, ECCE
Ms. Upasna Shah
Visiting Faculty
Ms. Upasna Shah

Visiting Faculty

Department : Human Development
Contact Info : upasna.shah@svt.edu.in
Qualifications : MSc. in Human Development.
Areas of Specialization : learning disabilities, life skills training, counselling.
Other positions held : Founder- Neev- Enriching Young Minds, Special educator and counsellor at Avalon Heights International school
Ms. Mausam Alwe
Visiting Faculty
Ms. Mausam Alwe

Visiting Faculty

Department : Human Development
Contact Info : mausum.alwe@svt.edu.in
Qualifications :M.Sc ( ECCE), B.Ed (English, Geography),Basic course in Instructional Design (SNDT)
Areas of Specialization : Early Childhood Education & Care
Other positions held : Pre-primary supervisor- Fidai school
Pre- primary and primary supervisor Sanskardham vidyalaya
Proprietor Little wonders play school and nursery
Ms. Anushri Soni
Visiting Faculty
Ms. Anushri Soni

Visiting Faculty

Department : Human Development
Contact Info : anushri.soni@svt.edu.in
Qualifications : MSc Human Development
Areas of Specialization : Positive Psychology, Life skills training, Counselling, Socio-Emotional Skills
Ms. Samreen Khan
Visiting Faculty
Ms. Samreen Khan

Visiting Faculty

Department- Human Development
Contact info- samreenkhan1312@gmail.com
Qualification– BSc in Human Development (Honors) & B.Ed. in Special Education (ASD)
Areas of specialization- Individuals with Special needs, life skills training, Guidance & Counselling, Mental Wellbeing, Assessment of children with Learning Disabilities & slow learners, Teaching and Grooming Individuals with ASD.
Other positions held- Founder- Doting Hands, Special educator and counsellor with Aseema Charitable Trust for their BMC schools, Life skill Coach, IQAC SVT College Member.

Photos Of Facilities

Room for Play assisted developmental assessment