𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐬’ 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐬𝐡𝐨𝐩 (𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐫 & 𝐏𝐬𝐲𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐬𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠)
The National Trainers’ Training Workshop (Career & Psychological Counselling), jointly organized by the Centre for Training & Academic Guidance (CTAG) and the Students’ Counselling Committee, Aliah University, commenced on 21 August 2026 at Aliah University, Park Circus Campus, Kolkata. The first day began with participant registration and networking, followed by the inaugural session. The workshop brought together 140 participants from different parts of West Bengal as well as adjoining states, including trainers, counsellors and education professionals, with the objective of strengthening their knowledge and practical skills in career and psychological counselling.
The technical sessions commenced with Dr. Jakir Hussain Molla, Training & Placement Officer, Aliah University, who conducted a session on Career Guidance & Counselling in India: Scope, Need and Challenges. The session explored the importance, scope and challenges of career guidance and counselling in the Indian context.
The second technical session was conducted by Ms. Lipika Mondal and Ms. Ishita Mandal, focusing on Principles and Ethics of Counselling. The session also introduced participants to Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and included a group activity and reflection on applying CBT principles in student support. This interactive approach helped participants connect counselling concepts with practical student-support situations.
The final session of the day was led by Prof. Nargis Ahamed on Essential Qualities of an Effective Counsellor. The session highlighted self-awareness, empathy, positive regard, genuineness and attentiveness as important qualities for effective counselling. The day concluded with an open discussion, Q&A, Day-1 reflection and announcements, allowing participants to reflect on the day’s learning and clarify their queries.
Overall, the first day provided a strong foundation for the workshop through expert-led sessions, interactive activities and reflection. The programme covered key areas of career guidance, counselling ethics, CBT-based student support and essential counselling qualities, creating a meaningful learning experience for the participating trainers and counsellors.
𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐬’ 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐬𝐡𝐨𝐩 (𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐫 & 𝐏𝐬𝐲𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐬𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠) 𝐚𝐭 𝐀𝐥𝐢𝐚𝐡 𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐲, 𝐊𝐨𝐥𝐤𝐚𝐭𝐚 (Day 2)
The second and final day of the National Career Trainers’ Training Workshop on Career & Psychological Counselling was held on 22 August 2026 at Aliah University, Kolkata. The day focused on practical counselling approaches, professional development and strategies for strengthening career guidance services.
The sessions began with Prof. Sharmistha Chatterjee, Professor, Department of English, Aliah University, who spoke on Career Counselling Beyond Aptitude: Understanding Gender, Culture, Identity and Social Context. This was followed by Dr. Syed Atif Jilani, Assistant Professor, Department of MBA, AMUCM, who conducted an engaging session on The Art of Communication in Counselling. An interactive discussion and Q&A session allowed participants to exchange ideas and clarify their queries.
Prof. Rafeedali E., Regional Director, MANUU, Kolkata, addressed Professional Development for Career Trainers: Self-esteem, Motivation & Goal Setting. Mr. Faruk Ahmmad, Career Counsellor & State Coordinator, CTAG West Bengal, conducted a practical session on Psychometric Assessment Tools and Digital Career Guidance Platforms. This was followed by Mr. Mirajul Islam, PhD Scholar and Trainer at CTAG, who discussed Career Guidance Cells and Information Literacy in Educational Institutions.
The final technical session focused on Action Planning, Feedback, Evaluation & Future Roadmap. The workshop concluded with a Valedictory Session, including certificate distribution, a vote of thanks and closing remarks.
Dr. Shazia Hasnain, Assistant Professor, Department of Education, Aliah University, hosted and coordinated the workshop on both days with great professionalism and efficiency, contributing significantly to the smooth and successful conduct of the programme.
The two-day workshop successfully provided participants with practical knowledge, counselling techniques and professional tools to enhance career guidance and psychological counselling practices. The programme concluded with a renewed commitment to developing skilled career trainers and strengthening career guidance initiatives across educational institutions.
