CBSE Introduces Online Capacity Building Programme for Counsellors and Teachers

Published: Friday, June 21, 2024, 11:11 [IST]

In line with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has announced a series of Online Capacity Building Programmes (CBPs) for counsellors and teachers. These programmes highlight the essential role of comprehensive counselling in fostering students' academic and personal development.

CBSE Introduces Online Capacity Building Programme

In a significant move to enhance educational counselling across the country, the CBSE's CBPs aim to upgrade educators' knowledge and skills in career counselling and psychosocial support. Participants will receive guidance on helping students explore career options, set achievable goals, and plan for future success. Recognizing the crucial impact of counselling on students' overall growth, the programmes will feature experienced resource persons who will provide valuable insights and practical skills.

All counsellors and educators are encouraged to participate in this professional development opportunity in alignment with NEP 2020 guidelines.

Schedule of Online Sessions

The CBPs will be conducted online, with each session lasting for two hours.

June 25: Career Assessments in Counselling
June 26: Importance of Psychometric Assessments by School Counsellors
June 27: Identifying Talent and Goal Setting at a Young Age

Important Points to Remember

A link to the live session will be available on the registration page ten minutes before the sessions begin.
Principals, counsellors, and teachers can interact with mentors/resource persons and ask questions.
Interested school teachers are encouraged to attend to gain more knowledge on the subjects.
Attendance for the entire session is mandatory.
Participants who attend the entire session and complete the assessment and feedback form (which will be activated after the online session) will receive a certificate of attendance. The link to the form is available on the registration page and must be completed within one day.