Internship & Courses Prospectus
A structured, ethical training pathway for psychology students, freshers, and mental health professionals — from our 100% Free Foundation Internship to advanced specialized practitioner certificate ladders.
100% Free
Foundation Internship for freshers & students
4 Tracks
School, Counselling, Child Guidance & Clinical
3 Formats
Online, Offline (Centre), and Hybrid Options
RCI & Doctoral
Faculty-led supervision, case notes & viva
Foundation Internship in Psychology
Most psychology students pay to get their first supervised exposure. We think the first door should be open. This programme is offered at no fee, to a capped cohort, selected on commitment rather than ability to pay.
Eligibility Criteria
Enrolled in or completed BA / BSc / MA / MSc Psychology, or an allied field (Social Work, Special Education, Counselling).
Cohort Selection & Attendance
Written application, short statement of interest, and brief interview. Capped cohort so clinical supervision stays real. Minimum 80% mandatory attendance + all assignments/submissions completed for certificate issuance.
7 Structured Learning Modules
Clinical Foundations
History taking, Mental Status Examination (MSE), active listening, and clinical empathy.
Counselling Skills
Building therapeutic rapport, core micro-skills, and structuring a multi-phase session.
Common Concerns
Understanding adolescent anxiety, mood changes, stress triggers, and academic adjustment issues.
Group & Community Work
Facilitating psychoeducation sessions and structured workshop module design.
Professional Practice & Ethics
Confidentiality, therapeutic boundaries, case conceptualization, and clinical SOAP notes.
Case Presentation & Review
One recorded role-play session presented for clinical faculty feedback.
Next Steps & Pathway
Priority consideration and alumni concession for paid advanced certificate tracks.
What Interns Contribute (Experiential Learning):
Specialized Certificate Tracks
Progressive multi-level certificates with intensive clinical supervision, standardized psychometric test kits, supervised caseloads, and school placements.
School & Educational Psychology
The School Ecosystem, Student Concerns & Pedagogical Psychology
Designed for psychologists, school counsellors, and educators seeking specialized competence in child development, IEP design, classroom behaviour management, and school mental health policies.
Understanding the school environment, student developmental needs, and educator dynamics.
- Role of a school counsellor and institutional system entry
- Normal child development and developmental milestones
- Common academic, peer, and adjustment issues in school
- Basic child observation and developmental history taking
- Classroom behaviour management strategies
Psychological testing, standardized assessments, and individualized intervention plans.
- Conducting pediatric history taking and mental status examination (MSE)
- Standardized screening tools for learning and behaviour (SDQ, Vanderbilt)
- Designing Individual Educational Plans (IEP)
- Common neurodevelopmental disorders (Learning Disabilities, ADHD, ASD)
- Behavioural Intervention Plans (BIP) and token economies
Advanced clinical psychopathology, statutory policy, and active school placement.
- Advanced child and adolescent psychopathology (DSM-5-TR)
- Comprehensive clinical assessment and report writing
- Child protection laws (POCSO Act) and statutory ethical guidelines
- School mental health policies and preventive programming
- Active clinical placement at a school with weekly faculty supervision
Counselling Psychology & Psychotherapy
General Counselling, Evidence-Based Therapies & Private Practice
A comprehensive therapeutic ladder covering Humanistic, CBT, and DBT modalities, case conceptualization, crisis safety planning, and private practice setup.
Active listening, core therapeutic theories, and the counseling relationship.
- Micro-skills of counselling and the therapeutic alliance
- Theoretical orientations (Humanistic, Cognitive-Behavioural, Psychodynamic)
- Structuring the counselling process from intake to termination
- Ethics in counselling: confidentiality, informed consent, and boundaries
- Self-care for counsellors and reflective journaling practice
Application of CBT, DBT, standardized scales, and client resistance management.
- Advanced history taking, MSE, and cognitive case conceptualization
- Applied Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) and homework design
- Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) skills for emotional regulation
- Standardized screeners (PHQ-9, GAD-7, BDI, HAM-A)
- Navigating client resistance, transference, and therapeutic impasse
Special populations, crisis intervention, suicide safety planning, and supervised caseload.
- Couple and family counselling dynamics and systemic therapy
- Grief, loss, and trauma-informed counselling care
- Crisis intervention, suicide risk assessment, and safety planning
- Setting up a private practice, clinical marketing, and ethical boundaries
- Supervised counselling caseload with weekly individual supervision
Child Guidance & Counselling
Neurodevelopmental, Emotional & Behavioural Interventions for Children
Specialized training for pediatric mental health, early developmental screening, play & expressive art therapy, family interventions, and psychiatrist-led psychopharmacology briefings.
Child developmental stages, early warning signs, and parent collaboration.
- Stages of development, neurobiology, and attachment theory
- Common childhood behavioural, emotional, and social concerns
- Child observation protocols and clinical parent interview
- Basic counselling and rapport-building skills with children
- Positive parenting principles and teacher collaboration
Disorders, standardized diagnostic tools, play therapy, and expressive arts.
- Neurodevelopmental disorders (ASD, ADHD, Specific Learning Disabilities)
- Child emotional and conduct disorders
- Assessment batteries (SDQ, CBCL, Vanderbilt, M-CHAT)
- Child CBT, play therapy, and expressive art-based interventions
- School-based child counselling and family systems work
Full clinical picture, differential diagnosis, POCSO, and psychiatrist-led sessions.
- Child psychopathology across DSM-5-TR and ICD-11
- Comprehensive multi-informant assessment and differential diagnosis
- Child protection, POCSO Act, and mandatory reporting protocols
- Psychopharmacology briefing led by a practicing Psychiatrist
- Supervised clinical practicum and child case presentations
Clinical Internship — Extended Levels
Supervised Clinical Caseloads, Diagnostic Batteries & Final Viva
For graduates who finish the free Foundation Internship and seek intensive clinical hours, or qualified professionals preparing for clinical licensing and independent practice.
Advanced MSE, diagnostic scales, psychopathology, and mock counseling.
- Advanced history taking, MSE, and clinical ethics
- Adult and child psychopathology across mood, anxiety, and psychotic spectra
- Diagnostic assessment batteries (BDI, HAM-A, HAM-D, Y-BOCS, PHQ-9, GAD-7)
- CBT and DBT skills, mindfulness interventions, and crisis de-escalation
- Live session observation and simulated mock counselling
- Submission of 5 clinical case reports, 3 assessment reports, and 1 case presentation
Full treatment planning, multi-modality psychotherapy, supervised caseload, and final viva.
- Case conceptualization, customized treatment planning, and discharge planning
- Evidence-based therapies (CBT, DBT, REBT, SFBT, Motivational Interviewing)
- Special populations (Child, Adolescent, Couple, Family, Geriatric, Grief)
- Supervised counseling sessions with weekly individual supervision
- Private practice setup, referral networking, and ethical documentation
- Case portfolio, clinical documentation file, and comprehensive final viva
Online, Offline & Hybrid Formats
Every track is designed to fit your location and professional schedule without compromising on rigorous clinical supervision.
Online Format
Live interactive video sessions scheduled in evening and weekend blocks. Recorded sessions, reading material, and digital toolkits available through the learning portal.
Offline Format
In-person sessions at the ManoSarathi Centre in New Delhi, available in weekday batches and intensive weekend batches.
Hybrid Format
Online theoretical coursework combined with offline practical assessment blocks and live supervised sessions at the centre.
How Certificates Are Earned
ManoSarathi certificates are awarded based on verified clinical competence, case documentation, and final viva examinations.
| Evaluation Criterion | Foundation Level | Advanced / Intermediate Level | Practitioner Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Attendance | 80% minimum, mandatory | 80% minimum, mandatory | 85% minimum, mandatory |
| Assignments | Weighted grading | Weighted grading | Weighted grading |
| Worksheets & Skill Drills | Weighted grading | Weighted grading | Weighted grading |
| Case & Assessment Reports | Required | Required (3-5 reports) | Required + Complete Portfolio |
| Practical Skills Evaluation | Role play assessment | Role plays and case work | Supervised practicum & live review |
| Case Presentation | Optional review | Mandatory presentation | Mandatory presentation |
| Final Examination | MCQ + Brief Viva | MCQ + Comprehensive Viva | MCQ + Clinical Viva + Practical |
5-Step Admission Pathway
Follow these simple steps to join the upcoming monthly or quarterly batch.
Application Submission
Fill out the online application form with proof of psychology/allied qualification or active student enrollment.
Statement of Interest
Submit a concise 200-word statement explaining your motivation, background, and career aspirations.
Faculty Interview
Attend a brief 15-minute video or in-person interview with ManoSarathi senior psychologists.
Offer & Fee Schedule
Receive your official offer letter with confirmed batch dates, curriculum schedule, and fee details (for paid tracks).
Seat Confirmation
Confirm your format (Online/Offline/Hybrid) and receive your learning portal access and orientation kit.
Take the Next Step in Your Psychology Career
Connect with our admissions desk to confirm your seat in the Free Foundation Internship or enquire about dates, fees, and syllabus details for our Advanced Certificate Ladders.