Amity Noida ADCGC FAQs
Ques. Is the ADCGC at Amity Noida approved by RCI? What does RCI recognition mean for my career?
Ans. Yes, the Advanced Diploma in Child Guidance and Counselling (ADCGC) at Amity University, Noida is approved by the Rehabilitation Council of India (RCI). RCI recognition means that graduates are eligible to register with the RCI as Child Guidance and Counselling professionals, which is required to work in government hospitals, rehabilitation centres, and other regulated settings. RCI registration also enhances credibility and career prospects in the child mental health sector.
Ques. Can a B.Ed. teacher with less than 4 years of experience apply for this program?
Ans. No. For B.Ed. holders, the eligibility requires a minimum of 4 years of experience working with children. Similarly, Bachelor's degree holders in Social Work, Psychology, or related fields require a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience. Candidates who do not meet the experience requirement should first complete a Master's degree in a relevant field to become eligible without the experience requirement.
Ques. What is the difference between the ADCGC and the PDCP (Professional Diploma in Clinical Psychology) at Amity Noida?
Ans. Both are 1-year RCI-approved diplomas at Amity Noida under AIBHAS. The ADCGC (Advanced Diploma in Child Guidance and Counselling) is specifically focused on child and adolescent counselling, family interventions, and child development, and is open to professionals from Social Work, Education, Nursing, and Psychology backgrounds. The PDCP (Professional Diploma in Clinical Psychology) is focused on clinical psychology practice (psychodiagnostics, psychotherapy, psychiatry) and is exclusively for M.A./M.Sc. Psychology graduates.
Ques. What career opportunities are available after completing the ADCGC?
Ans. Graduates can work as Child Guidance Counsellors, School Counsellors, Family Therapists, Child Development Specialists, and Community Intervention Specialists in schools, hospitals, NGOs, rehabilitation centres, child welfare organisations, and private practice. With the growing recognition of child mental health issues (learning disabilities, ADHD, autism, anxiety, and trauma) in India, there is increasing demand for trained child guidance and counselling professionals.
Ques. Is hostel accommodation available for ADCGC students at Amity Noida?
Ans. Yes, Amity University, Noida provides hostel facilities for both boys and girls within the campus. However, hostel accommodation is subject to availability and must be applied for separately. The hostel fee for 2026 is Rs. 1,95,000 per annum for AC rooms, plus a one-time refundable security deposit of Rs. 15,000.
Ques. I am a social worker with 6 years of experience but only a Bachelor's degree. Am I eligible for the ADCGC at Amity Noida?
Ans. Yes, you are eligible. The eligibility criteria allow Bachelor's degree holders in Social Work (or related fields) with a minimum of 5 years of experience working with children to apply for the ADCGC. With 6 years of experience, you meet the eligibility requirement. You will need to provide documentary evidence of your work experience at the time of application and admission.
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