Counselling and Advising
April 8, 2025 2025-06-06 21:13Counselling and Advising
Whether you're a new student unsure of your career path or someone seeking support during a life transition, our counselling and advising team is here to help you navigate through challenges. Our services are designed to help you succeed academically, personally, and professionally, ensuring that you have the guidance you need to make the best decisions for your future.
Our Counselling Services
We understand that life outside of the classroom can impact your academic journey. That’s why our counsellors provide support in various areas, including personal well-being and career planning.
Services include:
- Academic Counselling: Get advice on how to navigate your coursework, plan your academic career, and choose your program.
- Anger Management Seminars: Learn strategies to manage emotions and handle stressful situations.
- College Transfer Seminars: Make informed decisions if you're thinking of transferring to another institution.
- Crisis Intervention: Immediate assistance for students facing personal or emotional challenges.
- Higher Education Information: Receive guidance on post-graduation opportunities and pathways to further education.
- Individual and Group Counselling: One-on-one or group sessions to discuss personal, academic, or career-related matters.
- Peer Tutoring: Get support from fellow students who can help you with specific subjects or topics.
- Referrals/Consultations: We can direct you to the appropriate resources both on and off-campus.
- Student Success Seminars: Workshops and sessions designed to help you thrive both academically and personally.
Academic Advising: Supporting Your Educational Journey
We’re here to ensure that your academic experience is as successful as possible. Our team offers personalized advising to help you with your educational planning and course selection.
Our advising services include:- Advising for Educational Planning and Course Selection: Get assistance with selecting the right courses that align with your career goals.
- Facilitating Programme Planning and Registration: Guidance on structuring your academic path and registering for courses.
- Facilitating Changes in Programmes: If you wish to switch programs, we help you navigate the process.
- Referrals to Academic Support Resources: We connect you with additional resources for tutoring or academic coaching.
Student Success: STSU 1000
Student Success (STSU 1000) is a mandatory seven-week course that is designed to help students maximise their learning potential. Students learn to set goals, manage their time, identify their learning styles, discuss emotional intelligence and manage stress. This seminar provides valuable skills and strategies to ensure your success at BTVI, covering topics such as:
- Characteristics of Successful Students
- Personal Responsibility
- Motivation
- Goal Setting
- Time-Management
- Self-Awareness
- Learning Styles
- Campus Resources
Through this seminar, you'll gain important insights into your learning preferences and identify strategies to manage both academic and personal stress, setting you up for success in your studies.
How to Get Started
If you're interested in any of our counselling or advising services, don't hesitate to reach out. Our team is here to provide you with the resources, tools, and guidance you need to succeed during your time at BTVI and beyond.
Contact Us: HEREPreparing for Exams and Test
Feeling stressed about upcoming exams or tests? Our counseling team offers support to help you manage your study habits, create effective study plans, and reduce test anxiety.
