The Registered and Licensed Guidance Counselors in the Philippines

Job Vacancy Announcement: Registered Guidance Counselor at The Meridian International Learning Experience, Inc (The Meridian).

>> Tuesday, May 29, 2012

The Meridian International Learning Experience, Inc. (The Meridian), established in 2003, is an expanding school of over 500 students. Founded on Bible values, The Meridian envisions to raise future leaders and models for the country by providing them a leading-edge, multi-disciplinary learning experience and access to world-class educational environment.

This June 2012, The Meridian marks another milestone as it opens its second level in high school. The institution continues to grow as the number of students, teachers, and staff increases through the years. The Meridian community, comprised of the students, their families, faculty and staff, and partners of the school’s vision, continues to uphold its dream of raising up a new generation of Filipinos for God and the Philippines.

The Meridian is looking for a MALE Christian Registered Guidance Counselor. He has to have significant work experience in counseling students.

Interested qualified applicants may send their letter of intent and their updated resumés to:

HUMAN RESOURCE DEPARTMENT
Meridian International Learning Experience (The Meridian)
79 Mother Ignacia Avenue, Barangay Paligsahan, Quezon City 1103

You may also email your documents to hr@themeridian.edu.ph for speedy processing of your application. Visit our website at http://themeridian.edu.ph to know more about us.

Article: How to Know If Your Child Has Autism

>> Monday, May 21, 2012

Article Source:
http://www.ppa.org.ph/how-to-know-if-your-child-has-autism.html (from Philippine Psychiatric Association website)

Are you boggled by the weird habits your child make? Do you think that he could be affected by autism? Fret not, because it can be a false alarm. As a parent, it’s understandable that you will worry about your child’s unusual behavior. However, never assume anything unless you have a confirmed that your child is autistic. You may have your kid checked by the doctor, or, if you’re not ready to have that kind of appointment, might as well observe some of the traits that a child with autism might have. Here are most of the questions you that can be confusing your right now:

My baby coos and babbles, but seldom does that happen, could this be a sign? If an infant or toddler does not coo or babble by 12 months, then it’s possibility. Usually, a baby below 12 months may have autism if he/she does not gesture like pointing fingers, waving, grasping things and so on.

My child is not yet talking and he’s almost 2 years old now, what do I do? A child with autism does not say a single word by 16 months of his/her age. However, do not panic because there had been cases that it took two years or even more for a child to learn how to speak. Sometimes, the lack of nutrients is what causes this problem so make sure that you feed your child with the right milk and baby food he/she needs.

Could my child be autistic if he doesn’t usually respond to his name? An autistic child often doesn’t respond to his/her name but seeing this single trait should not make your come up with a conclusion that he’s autistic.

Here are also some of the traits or behavior that can be a sign of autism. Just have in mind that you have to observe and find multiple signs before bringing him/her to the doctor:

- Has mannerism or odd body movement or patterns.
- Is intensely violent when having tantrums.
- The child might be uncooperative or hyperactive.
- Has a slow learning pattern when it comes to playing toys.
- Doesn’t smile back when somebody smiles at him/her.
- Has poor eye contact when talked to.
- Would prefer to play alone rather than to interact with other kids.
- Has a trait of independence despite his/her young age.
- Does things earlier than other kids do.
- Has his/her “own world”.
- Not socially interested with other kids.
- Has weird attachments to various things like his/her toys, schedules or even objects. If your kids got a “perfect score” for this test, then you might have to bring him/her to the doctor and have the traits evaluated. Having a child with autism should not be grieved at because modern technology and therapy can make your child grow up to be normal.

Sources for the images used:

http://www.myautisticboy.com/images/autism-awareness-month-02.jpg

http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-quDAm2spnS0/Te_JVpl5xYI/AAAAAAAAAPs/lT-4-BwvS1g/s1600/Autism_Spectrum_Disorder-1.jpg

You Never Forget A Good Teacher

>> Thursday, May 10, 2012

Job Vacancy: Guidance Counselor at DMC College Foundation Dipolog City

>> Monday, May 7, 2012

DMC College Foundation Dipolog City is in urgent need of a Registered Guidance Counselor. A competitive and attractive compensation package awaits the successful candidate.

Interested applicants may get in touch with Dr. Dino Joey Cordova, HR Director at (0922)843-3466 or via the school’s trunk line number at (065) 212-8881. Applicants may also send their updated resume to:

Human Resources Department
DMC College Foundation
Fr. Patangan Rd., Sta. Filomena,
Dipolog City 7100, Philippines

To get to know more about DMC College Foundation Dipolog City, you may visit the school’s website at www.dmc.edu.ph

Convention Updates: PGCA-IAC Convention on May 16-19, 2012

>> Monday, April 30, 2012

The Philippine Guidance and Counselling Association (PGCA) have announced some changes in the upcoming PGCA – IAC Conventions that will be held on May 16-19 2012. Please click the link below to know more about convention updates, the changes on the venues, format of program, and information regarding CPE points.

http://pgca.org.ph/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=113:latest-updates-on-pgca-iac-conventions&catid=1:news&Itemid=10

News clip: More Pinoys Want to be Licensed Professionals

>> Sunday, April 22, 2012

taken from: http://www.philstar.com/Article.aspx?articleId=797466&publicationSubCategoryId=63

By Mayen Jaymalin (The Philippine Star) Updated April 16, 2012 12:00 AM

MANILA, Philippines - More and more Filipinos would like to be licensed professionals, the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) said yesterday.

PRC reported a continued growth in the number of licensure examinees for different professions.

“The number of professional boards under our jurisdiction is growing that is why the number of examinees have also increased. In a year, we receive about 300,000 applications for licensure examination,” PRC commissioner Jennifer Manalili said in Filipino.

From 20 boards, Manalili said that there are now 46 boards under the supervision of the PRC, with Real Estate as the newest addition.

“There is a growing demand for real estate professionals that is why more and more are taking the exam. Soon, schools would be offering a course on Real Estate Management as well,” she disclosed.

The commissioner added, PRC has started interviewing membership nominees for the soon to be created Board of Psychology and Board of Respiratory Therapy, which are expected to be established within the year.

“More courses have expressed the intention to be licensed, in fact there are (several) pending bills for new boards,” she noted.

Based on the PRC data, the number of examinees for licensed criminologists and maritime engineers is also growing.

There are also a high demand for geological mining engineers, optometrist, and medical technologist, but only a few are taking such courses.

To accommodate the growing number of examinees, PRC has implemented an online application system, which enable faster and easier application process.

JOB VACANCY: Guidance Counselor at FEU - East Asia College

>> Wednesday, April 18, 2012

Find below information on the Guidance Counselor job vacancy at FEU - East Asia College:

FEU - East Asia College delivers the Engineering and Information Technology courses for the group of education institution of Far Eastern University with its 80-year old tradition of academic excellence. A cutting-edge curriculum empowers FEU – EAC graduates in the 21st century workplace here and abroad. It continues to build up active partnership with both global and local prime movers of technology thereby giving the college a differentiated edge in producing industry-ready leader engineers and IT professionals.

In this regard, the school is looking for a Guidance Counselor. Please find details below.

* Graduate of MA in Guidance and Counseling
* Registered Guidance Counselor, preferably male
* With at least 2 -3 years of relevant work experience
* Knowledgeable in different psychological examinations, its administration and interpretation
* Knowledgeable in facilitating program of activities and trainings

Interested and qualified applicants may send/email their resume, transcript of record, and photo: recruitment@feu-eastasia.edu.ph. Or may call 7360015 local 147 and look for Ms. Daisy Niegas of the Human Resources Office. For more details, they may visit our website www.feu-eastasia.edu.ph

Thank you.

FPCAP 4th National Convention on November 15 to 17, 2012 at University of the East Manila

>> Monday, April 16, 2012

Taken from the FPCAP Website:

FPCAP announces its 4th National Convention this November 15 to 17, 2012 with the theme “Family Counseling: Towards Resiliency, Empowerment and Transformation". Venue of the said event shall be at the University of the East- Manila.

Current researches in the area of family counseling shall be presented during the plenary sessions during the first day. On the other hand, the workshops have been scheduled during the last two days of the convention. Further details of this event shall be posted in the near future.