School of Psychosocial Support and Counselling

They are designed for anyone interested in working with people – in social, educational, counselling, or sports environments. The programmes are intended for individuals who wish to develop professional knowledge, emotional intelligence, and practical skills to support people in distress, at turning points, or in everyday life.

Psychology is a scientific discipline that studies human behaviour and mental processes. Psychologists often carry out diagnostics, offer counselling, and conduct research.
Psychosocial counselling provides support with everyday difficulties and life challenges, without diagnosing mental disorders. It is based on communication, empathy, and empowerment.
Psychotherapy is a professional treatment of deeper mental difficulties. It involves specific therapeutic methods and requires additional specialised training.

Classes are delivered in a part-time format — usually in the afternoon or on weekends, which makes it possible to study alongside work. The study locations are Ljubljana and Nova Gorica (if there is a sufficient number of enrolled students). Additionally, the Study+ hybrid option offers access to lectures remotely.

Study+ Support is a premium package that provides students with exceptional flexibility: live participation in lectures via Zoom, year-round access to a video archive of lectures, and priority organisational support. It is an ideal solution for ambitious individuals who wish to seamlessly combine their studies with career, family, or sporting commitments, while ensuring a smooth and efficient path towards professional advancement.

All programmes include mandatory practical training (internship) carried out under the supervision of experienced professionals. The internships take place in various institutions — from social work centres to sports clubs, counselling centres, and non-governmental organisations — allowing students to gain real, hands-on experience.

Yes. The Psychosocial Support (BAA) programme qualifies graduates for the profession of psychosocial counsellor, which is listed in the national register of occupations. Employment is possible in a variety of settings — schools, care homes, associations, institutes — as well as within projects and non-governmental organisations that provide counselling services.

They are extremely important. In addition to professional knowledge, the programmes place strong emphasis on students’ personal development — learning self-reflection, setting healthy boundaries, developing empathy, active listening, and building a responsible counselling relationship. This forms the foundation of every high-quality counsellor.

After completing a master’s programme (Psychosocial Counselling or Psychosocial Counselling in Sport), you can work as an independent psychosocial counsellor in a variety of settings — schools, counselling centres, sports institutions, non-governmental organisations, public institutions — or pursue a career as a private practitioner.

You’re warmly invited to attend our Information Days, where you can get to know all programmes, meet lecturers and students, and ask questions in person. You can also contact us directly — we’ll be happy to help you choose the programme that best fits your interests, previous experience, and career goals.