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About Manasa Educational Foundation for Mental Health

Counselling is becoming increasingly important not only in healthcare but also in schools, colleges, workplaces, organisations and communities. The growing need for mental health professionals has created good opportunities for people trained in counselling.

With this vision, Manasa Trust, Shivamogga, founded by Late Dr. K. A. Ashok Pai, established the Manasa Educational Foundation for Mental Health in 2003–04. The Foundation was created to provide quality education and training in counselling and to spread awareness about positive mental health.

The Foundation offers counselling courses through distance and blended learning modes, helping students and working professionals gain knowledge and practical counselling skills. Its main objective is to develop a large number of trained lay counsellors with basic expertise in mental health who can contribute to society.

Over the years, more than 3,000 people from different backgrounds, including teachers, doctors, lawyers, engineers and homemakers, have completed these courses and are using their knowledge to support others.

Since 2024, Manasa Trust has collaborated with the Manipal Skill Development Centre, a unit of Dr. TMA Foundation, Manipal, through an MoU to expand access to counselling education. The blended learning programme is part of skill development initiatives aligned with the National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) framework.

Students also benefit from practical learning opportunities through various institutions of Manasa Trust, including:

  • Manasa Nursing Home
  • Manasaadhara Psychosocial Rehabilitation Centre
  • Manaspoorthy Child Guidance Centre
  • Mukunda Geriatric Neuropsychological Care Centre

Through education, training and practical exposure, the Foundation aims to promote mental health awareness, develop counselling skills and empower individuals to contribute meaningfully to society.

About Manipal Skill Development Centre (MSDC)

Manipal Skill Development Centre (MSDC) was established by the Dr. T. M. A. Pai Foundation at Manipal to provide quality skill development and training opportunities for young people.

The Centre was established in response to the changing needs of industries and employers due to rapid technological and economic changes. It aims to help youth develop the practical skills needed for employment and career growth.

MSDC supports the Skill India Mission of the Government of India by providing industry-relevant training and helping to reduce the gap between the demand for skilled workers and the availability of skilled manpower.

The Centre follows the vision of its founder, Late Dr. T. M. A. Pai, by focusing on education, skill development and employment opportunities for the younger generation.

Key Objectives

  • Provide quality skill-based training
  • Develop industry-relevant skills
  • Improve employment opportunities
  • Reduce the gap between industry requirements and available skills
  • Support the Skill India Mission
  • Empower youth to build successful careers

MSDC aims to create skilled, confident and employable youth who can contribute effectively to the development of the country.

The Diploma Course in Counseling is offered with various specializations to provide comprehensive training and skills in counseling and guidance.

These courses are offered in collaboration with Manipal Skill Development Center, Manipal (Recognized by National Skill Development Corporation). The teaching and training is provided by MEFFMH, a unit of Manasa Trust.

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DIPLOMA IN COUNSELING AND GUIDANCE
Introduction

Living is a process of learning to cope with increasing demands. It is a process of learning to overcome frustration, resolve conflicts, pressure, assess changes and repeatedly work out appropriate ways of meeting changed requirements. In this process, many individuals feel stressed, emotionally and psychologically burdened. Counselling is a process of helping such people through psychological skills and techniques.

This course trains individuals in enhancing self-awareness by strengthening one’s potentialities. The major objective of the course is to train the student in basic techniques of counselling, provide an introduction to psychological principles, and give an overview of emotional and behavioural issues with a working knowledge of how to counsel those in distress. As the course gives a broad overview of counselling, it enables the student to work in NGOs, schools, corporate sectors, rehabilitation centers, help lines, online counselling, de-addiction centers, and hospitals.

CORE PAPERS
  • DPCG-101   UNDERSTANDING HUMAN BEHAVIOUR
  • DPCG-102   BASICS OF COUNSELLING
SPECIAL PAPERS
  • DPCG-103   DISTORTIONS OF COGNITION EMOTION AND BEHAVIOUR
  • DPCG-104   AREAS OF COUNSELLING
PRACTICAL PAPERS
  • DPCG-105   CASE HISTORY TAKING, BEHAVIOURAL ANALYSIS
  • DPCG-106   COUNSELLING ASSESSMENT AND COUNSELLING SKILLS
DIPLOMA IN CHILD AND SCHOOL COUNSELING
Introduction

Child and School Counselling aims to help children cope better with their emotions, understand their problems, and develop necessary coping skills. It also helps children to make positive choices for life. In modern times, helping children and their parents to identify and manage children with problems is the need of the hour. The course trains students to identify childhood problems, gain an in-depth understanding of child psychology, and acquire working knowledge in child counselling.

Qualified child counsellors work in schools, NGOs, child guidance centers, special schools, children’s homes, rehabilitation centers for children with special needs, help lines, and online counselling platforms.

CORE PAPERS
  • DCSC-201   UNDERSTANDING HUMAN BEHAVIOUR
  • DCSC-202   BASICS OF COUNSELLING
SPECIAL PAPERS
  • DCSC-203   FOUNDATION OF CHILD DEVELOPMENT
  • DCSC-204   CHALLENGES OF CHILDHOOD AND COUNSELLING
PRACTICAL PAPERS
  • DCSC-205   CASE HISTORY TAKING, BEHAVIOURAL ANALYSIS
  • DCSC-206   COUNSELLING ASSESSMENT AND COUNSELLING SKILLS
DIPLOMA IN ORGANIZATIONAL AND CORPORATE COUNSELING
Introduction

Organisational and corporate Counselling aims to help employees cope better with their stress and deal with their emotional and psychological problems. It also helps to develop skills to function effectively and adapt efficiently in the workplace. In modern times, it is understood that the health and success of organisations depends on the health and happiness of their employees. Organisational and corporate counsellors use their knowledge and skills to create a supportive work environment.

Students of corporate counselling learn principles of organisational psychology, analysis of personnel problems, HRM skills, legal issues, and corporate counselling techniques. Qualified corporate counsellors work as trainers, supervisors, managers, counsellors, or consultants in industries, companies, educational institutions, administrative offices, HR sections of hospitals, NGOs, and more.

CORE PAPERS
  • DOCC-301   UNDERSTANDING HUMAN BEHAVIOUR
  • DOCC-302   BASICS OF COUNSELLING
SPECIAL PAPERS
  • DOCC-303   ORGANISATIONAL BEHAVIOUR
  • DOCC-304   ORGANIZATIONAL CHALLENGES, HRM AND LEGAL ISSUES
PRACTICAL PAPERS
  • DOCC-305   CASE HISTORY TAKING, BEHAVIOURAL ANALYSIS
  • DOCC-306   COUNSELLING ASSESSMENT AND COUNSELLING SKILLS
DIPLOMA IN COUNSELING AND SPECIFIC LEARNING DISABILITY (SLD)
Introduction

Specific Learning Disability means a condition where one or more of the basic psychological processes involved in understanding or in using language, spoken or written, may manifest itself in the imperfect ability to listen, think, speak, read, write, spell or do mathematical calculations. Children with Specific Learning Disabilities not only face academic difficulties but also suffer from emotional and psychological distress. Providing counselling to these children and their parents helps them manage difficulties and cope with academic demands.

Students opting for Diploma in counselling and SLD learn to identify and analyse different types of learning disabilities and get training in intervention techniques. They are trained to deal with psychological issues of these children, their teachers, and parents. Qualified counsellors work at educational institutions, special schools, residential schools, teacher training centers, tutorials, remedial teaching centers, and NGOs working for child welfare.

Note: This course is especially useful for teachers or anyone working in educational institutions, institutions for children, institutions for children with special needs, child psychologists, etc. However, completion of this diploma does not authorize certification of any child for LD.

CORE PAPERS
  • DCLD-401   UNDERSTANDING HUMAN BEHAVIOUR
  • DCLD-402   BASICS OF COUNSELLING
SPECIAL PAPERS
  • DCLD-403   INTRODUCTION TO SLD AND CLASSIFICATION OF SLD
  • DCLD-404   FUNCTIONAL ASSESSMENT OF SLD AND REMEDIATION
PRACTICAL PAPERS
  • DCLD-405   CASE HISTORY TAKING, BEHAVIOURAL ANALYSIS
  • DCLD-406   COUNSELLING ASSESSMENT AND COUNSELLING SKILLS
DIPLOMA IN COUNSELING AND NEURO LINGUISTIC PROGRAMMING (NLP)
Introduction

Learning Neuro Linguistic Programming (NLP) provides practical tools for personal development and effective communication. NLP helps us understand the connection between our thoughts, language, and behaviour. These skills are valuable in various areas of life, including relationships, work, and helping professions.

This course trains students to learn basic principles of NLP and provides practical training in the application of NLP techniques. Qualified counsellors can work as trainers or counsellors in organisations, consultation centres, family counselling centres, soft skill training centres, and similar setups.

CORE PAPERS
  • DCNP-501   UNDERSTANDING HUMAN BEHAVIOUR
  • DCNP-502   BASICS OF COUNSELLING
SPECIAL PAPERS
  • DCNP-503   :INTRODUCTION TO NEURO LINGUISTIC PROGRAMME
  • DCNP-504   ADVANCED CONCEPTS & TECHNIQUES OF NEURO LINGUISTIC PROGRAMME
PRACTICAL PAPERS
  • DCNP-505   CASE HISTORY TAKING, BEHAVIOURAL ANALYSIS
  • DCNP-506   COUNSELLING ASSESSMENT AND COUNSELLING SKILLS

Fee Details

Fee Structure & Payment Instructions
  • 1. The total fee is Rs.35, 200/- The fee to be paid during admission 35,200/- includes the application fee of Rs 200/-
  • 2. The fee includes application fee, tuition fee, practical training fee, study material fee, internship fee and examination fee.
  • 3. Fee includes admission approval fee and examination fee of MSDC.
  • 4. The fee also includes GST. Payment through cash or Cheque is not accepted.
Sl No Details Fee (₹)
1Application fee200.00
2Admission fee4,200.00
3Tuition fee8,100.00
4Practical training fee2,000.00
5Self-Instructional Material fee3,000.00
6Library fee1,200.00
7Laboratory fee1,300.00
8Processing and other fee1,200.00
9Admission approval and Examination fee (MSDC)9,000.00
Total30,200.00
10Internship and GST5,000.00

Course fee inclusive of GST

  • 6.The fee can be transferred via NEFT to the account below:
  • Bank Name: CANARA BANK

    Account Name: MEFFMH, SHIVAMOGGA

    Branch: DURGIGUDI, SHIMOGA

    Account No: 19152010042805

    IFSC Code: CNRB0011915

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    How to Submit

    Steps to Complete Your Application
    1. After making the payment use the following link to get the application form. https://kapmi.edu.in/diploma/
    2. Download and get the print out of the application form. Fill the form. Also fill fee paid details in the given column. PLEASE NOTE: INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL BE REJECTED
    3. Screen shot of fee paid along with name of candidate, mode of payment, bank name from which the fee amount is transferred, payers name, course name can be sent to WhatsApp Number: 9448288483/8320206784 for tracing online payment.
    4. Post the filled application with due signature to the following address along with 2 copies of your SSLC marks cards, degree marks cards, Aadhar card , two stamp size photos and two passport size photos.
    5. Postal Address:
      The Coordinator, MEFFMH,
      KAPMC, Jnanapatha Campus, 60 Feet Road,
      Kalyana Nagara, Sagara Road, Malligenahalli,
      Shivamogga, Karnataka-577205
    6. For details, visit our website or call 9480034495 / 9448288483 / 8310206784
    7. Cash or cheque payments are not accepted.

    Calendar of Events for Diploma Courses in Counselling 2026–27

    Stay informed about all key academic milestones and important dates for the 2026–27 academic year.

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    • 1 Pre-admission promo – August 4th to August 16th, 2026
    • 2 Admission without fine – August 17th to September 30th, 2026
    • 3 Admission with Rs 200 penal fee – October 1st to November 20th, 2026
    • 4 Admission with Rs 500 penal fee – November 20th to November 30th, 2026
    • 5 Distribution of Study Material – First week of December 2026
    • 6 Orientation Programme (Online) – December 12th, 2026
    • 7 Contact Classes (Online):

      December 19th & 20th, 2026

      January 2nd & 3rd

      January 9th & 10th

      January 16th & 17th

      January 23rd & 24th

      January 30th & February 1st

      February 6th & 7th, 2027 (Total 12 Classes)

    • 8 Contact Classes (Offline) Practicals and Internal Assessment Test:

      Bengaluru – February 13th and 14th, 2027

      Mangaluru – February 20th and 21st, 2027

      Shivamogga – February 27th and 28th, 2027

      Online – March 6th and 7th, 2027

    • 9 Online Practical Assignment:

      Batch 1, 2 & 3 – March 8th to 13th

      Batch 4, 5 & 6 – March 15th to 20th

      Batch 7, 8 & 9 – March 22nd to 27th

      Batch 10, 11 & 12 – March 29th to April 3rd

      Batch 13, 14 & 15 – April 5th to 10th

      Batch 16, 17 & 18 – April 12th to 17th

      Batch 19, 20 & 21 – April 19th to 24th, 2027

    • 10 Submission of Assignments – May 22nd, 2027
    • 11 Online Internship for 15 days for each batch – May to July
    • 12 Special Workshop 1 – April 24th and 25th (Tentative)
    • 13 Special Workshop 2 – May 22nd and 23rd (Tentative)
    • 14 Special Workshop 3 – June 19th and 20th (Tentative)
    • 15 Uploading of IA Marks – July 31st, 2027
    • 16 Announcement of Examination Notification – August 30th, 2027
    • 17 Dispatch or Download of Hall Tickets – September 6th, 2027
    • 18 Examination Orientation (Online) – September 11th, 2027
    • 19 Final Theory Examination – October 14th to 17th, 2027
    • 20 Final Practical Examination – October 23rd to 24th, 2027 (Tentative)
    • 21 Announcement of Results – November 30th, 2027 (Tentative)
    • 22 Dispatch of Marks Cards – December 14th, 2027
    • 23 Graduation Ceremony – January 2028

    Online Classes

    Class 1: BASIC OF UNDERSTANDING HUMAN BEHAVIOUR

    Date: 2025-12-20 | Ms. Hani Kuruvari, Asst. Professor, KAPMC

    Class 2: BASIC OF COUNSELLING

    Date: 2025-12-21 | DR. SANDHYA KAVERI K

    Class 3: Theoretical perspectives of Counselling

    Date: 2026-01-03 | Sr. Marie Evelyn

    Class 4: Basics of Psychological Assessment in Counselling

    Date: 2026-01-04 | Dr. Archana Bhat K, Associate Professor, KAPMC

    Class 5: Normality Abnormality, Psychotic and Organic Disorders

    Date: 2026-01-10 | Mrs. Gowrishree S, Asst. Professor, KAPMC

    Class 6: Neurotic Disorders, Personality Disorders and Substance Abuse

    Date: 2026-01-14 | Dr. K T Shwetha, Asst. Professor, KAPMIAHS

    Class 7: Corporate Counselling

    Date: 2026-01-17 | Prof Anuradha, Former professor, Dept of PG Studies in Management, JNNCE

    Class 8: SLD Meaning, Types and Assessments

    Date: 2026-01-18 | Ms. Shilpa K J, Asst. Professor, KAPMC

    Class 9: MEFFMH CLASS 9: Guidance - Meaning and Types

    Date: 2026-01-24 | Mr. Manjunath S, Asst. Professor, KAPMC

    Class 10: MEFFMH CLASS 10: Educational and Career Counselling

    Date: 2026-01-25 | Ms. Shilpa K J, Asst. Professor, KAPMC

    Class 11: Child and School Counselling

    Date: 2026-02-01 | Dr. K T Shwetha, Asst. Professor, KAPMIAHS

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    Contact Details

    The Coordinator, MEFFMH

    KAPMC, Jnanapatha Campus, 60 Feet Road,
    Kalyana Nagara, Sagara Road, Malligenahalli,
    Shivamogga, Karnataka - 577205

    Phone Number

    8310206784

    Email

    info@meffmh.com