Become the Career Counsellor Who Shapes Futures
Unlock advanced career counselling expertise through CDA India’s flagship postgraduate programme. Earn dual certification from CDA India & ICDA USA, with UCLA Extension & NCDA CCSP available as prestigious add-on certifications—equipping you with globally respected credentials to confidently guide students, educators, and institutions.
A Career with Purpose, Impact, and Growth
Career counselling is no longer just a profession—it’s a growing national need. As students face increasingly complex academic and career choices, qualified career counsellors play a vital role in helping them discover their strengths, choose the right pathways, and build confident futures. This programme prepares you with the skills and credibility needed to make that difference.
₹5–25 Lakhs
Potential earning opportunity
Flexible Practice
Independent or institutional work
Growing Demand
Schools and private practice
Master the Exclusive Five-Dimensional Career Counselling Framework
A structured, evidence-based approach that sets CDA India graduates apart from the rest.
Self Discovery
Help students understand strengths and interests.
Career Exploration
Connect aspirations with opportunities.
Scientific Assessment
Learn structured assessment techniques.
Decision Making
Guide confident, informed choices.
Career Planning
Build practical action plans.
Professional Assessment Tools That Strengthen Your Practice
Gain access to professional assessment resources worth ₹2–5 Lakhs that help you confidently evaluate student interests, strengths, and career preferences—allowing you to deliver structured, evidence-based career guidance.
Everything You Need to Build a Successful Career Counselling Practice
Live Learning Sessions
Interactive sessions with experienced mentors and industry experts.
Practical Assignments
Hands-on projects to apply your learning to real scenarios.
Real Case Studies
Work on actual career counselling cases for practical experience.
Assessment Training
Learn to administer and interpret professional assessment tools.
Business Setup Guidance
Support to start your own independent counselling practice.
Placement Support
Dedicated placement assistance for certified professionals.
International Certification Pathways
Dual certifications with optional UCLA Extension and NCDA CCSP.
Professional Network
Join a community of 950+ certified career counsellors.
Professional Fees
Choose the program that best fits your career goals
Self-Learning Mode
- Level 7 PG Certification in Career Counselling
- 2 Lakhs Rs worth Five-Dimensional Career Assessment Tools
- 200 Hours Intensive Training
- 30 Modules
- ICDA USA Certification & Membership
- Black Belt Certification in Career Counselling
- Placement Support
- Work & Earn Options
- Cohort Size: 30
- Start up Support: Yes
- Video Lessons: Yes
- Course Duration: 4 - 6 Months
- Dual Semester Program & Highly Cost Effective
- Interest Free EMI: Yes
- ICDA USA Membership: Yes
- PDF Modules: Yes
- Recorded Classes: Yes
- Case Studies & Projects: 1
- Eligibility: Any Graduation
- Three Qualifications in One Course
Live Instructor Mode
- Level 7 PG Certification in Career Counselling
- 3 Lakhs Rs worth Five-Dimensional Career Assessment Tools
- 250 Hours Intensive Training
- 30 Modules
- ICDA USA Certification & Membership
- Black Belt Certification in Career Counselling
- Placement Support
- Work & Earn Options
- Cohort Size: 30
- Start up Support: Yes
- Video Lessons: Yes
- Course Duration: 4 - 6 Months
- Dual Semester Program & Highly Cost Effective
- Interest Free EMI: Yes
- ICDA USA Certification & Membership: Yes
- PDF Modules: Yes
- Recorded Classes: Yes
- Case Studies & Projects: 1
- Eligibility: Any Graduation
- Four Qualifications in One Course
- Add On Program: UCLA Certification (Optional)
Live Instructor Mode (Premium)
- Level 7 PG Certification in Career Counselling
- 5 Lakhs Rs worth Five-Dimensional Career Assessment Tools
- 250 Hours Intensive Training
- 30 Modules
- ICDA USA Certification & Membership
- Black Belt Certification in Career Counselling
- Placement Support
- Work & Earn Options
- Cohort Size: 30
- Start up Support: Yes
- Video Lessons: Yes
- Course Duration: 4 - 6 Months
- Dual Semester Program & Highly Cost Effective
- Interest Free EMI: Yes
- ICDA USA Certification & Membership: Yes
- PDF Modules: Yes
- Recorded Classes: Yes
- Case Studies & Projects: 1
- Eligibility: Any Graduation
- Five Qualifications in One Course
- Personalized Career Counsellor Portal free for 12 Months
- Add On Program: UCLA Certification (Optional)
- Add On Program: NCDA CCSP Certification (Optional)
Special scholarships available for UCLA Extension add-on certification. Interest-free EMI options for all tiers.
Comprehensive Curriculum
Up to 30 modules covering every aspect of career counselling
* This is a model syllabus. Actual modules may vary based on the learning mode selected.
A Growing Opportunity Across CBSE Schools
The growing need for qualified career counsellors has created significant opportunities for trained professionals. With 28,000+ CBSE schools and counting, this programme prepares you with practical skills and internationally recognized credentials to meet the evolving needs of schools and students.
28,000+
CBSE Schools Nationwide
High Demand
For Certified Counsellors
Why This Programme Is Different
See how CDA India’s Level 7 compares to generic career counselling courses.
Certifications You Can Earn
Eligibility & Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree from any stream (final-year students may apply)
- Proficiency in English language
- A demonstrated passion for career counselling
- Essential qualities: empathy, active listening, effective communication
- No prior counselling experience required
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know before you enrol.