Doctor of Philosophy in Counseling Psychology with Specialization in Laughter Percussion, designed exclusively for digital delivery to meet Australian (AQF Level 10) and international standards.
Program Title
Doctor of Philosophy in Counseling Psychology with Specialization in Laughter Percussion
Mode: 100% Online
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Digital Learning Features
1. Self-Paced Learning: Students access content anytime, anywhere via a user-friendly LMS platform.
2. Interactive Modules: Includes video lectures, quizzes, interactive forums, and practical assignments.
3. Virtual Mentorship: Regular one-on-one mentoring sessions with supervisors via Zoom or Teams.
4. Global Accessibility: Designed for international students with time zone flexibility.
5. E-Portfolio: Students build an e-portfolio showcasing their projects and achievements.
Program Structure
Duration: 3 years full-time / 6 years part-time.
Credit Points: 240.
Delivery Tools: LMS platform, virtual labs, cloud-based collaboration tools.
Assessment Types:
Essays, reports, and case studies.
Recorded video presentations.
Virtual group projects.
Online quizzes and discussions.
Doctoral thesis.
Course Modules
Module 1: Strategies for Success
Objective: Equip students with essential skills for online doctoral research.
Learning Materials:
Interactive Videos: Effective Online Research Skills.
E-Book: Time Management for Online PhD Students.
Templates: Research proposal, critical review outlines.
Weekly Study Plan:
Week 1: Introduction to online research tools.
Week 2: Developing critical thinking for academic excellence.
Week 3: Writing and refining a doctoral research proposal.
Week 4: Managing online learning schedules.
Assessment:
Submit a research proposal outline (1,500 words).
Participate in a peer-reviewed forum discussion on research challenges.
Module 2: Introduction to Laughter Percussion
Objective: Understand the principles and practices of Laughter Percussion in digital therapy.
Learning Materials:
Tutorial Videos: Basics of Laughter Percussion.
Audio Files: Guided Laughter Percussion exercises.
Interactive E-Book: Therapeutic Benefits of Laughter and Rhythm.
Weekly Study Plan:
Week 1: Historical development of Laughter Percussion.
Week 2: Scientific basis of laughter therapy.
Week 3: Digital tools for creating rhythmic therapy sessions.
Week 4: Designing online Laughter Percussion workshops.
Assessment:
Create a 5-minute video demonstrating Laughter Percussion techniques.
Reflective journal (1,000 words): Your experience practicing Laughter Percussion digitally.
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Module 3: Indigenous Approaches to Mental Health
Objective: Explore the integration of Indigenous practices in a digital counseling framework.
Learning Materials:
Video Lectures: Indigenous Perspectives on Healing.
Case Studies: Examples of successful Indigenous mental health interventions.
Articles: Digital Accessibility in Indigenous Communities.
Weekly Study Plan:
Week 1: Overview of Indigenous healing practices.
Week 2: Trauma recovery in cultural contexts.
Week 3: Using Laughter Percussion to support Indigenous mental health online.
Week 4: Ethical considerations in digital therapy.
Assessment:
Case study analysis (1,500 words): Adapting Indigenous methods for online delivery.
Participate in an online forum discussing cultural competence.
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Module 4: Positive Psychology and Laughter Therapy
Objective: Apply positive psychology principles to digital counseling.
Learning Materials:
Videos: Digital Delivery of Laughter Therapy.
E-Book Chapter: Building Resilience with Positive Psychology.
Interactive Tools: Gratitude journal templates, online optimism trackers.
Weekly Study Plan:
Week 1: Foundations of positive psychology in mental health.
Week 2: Designing online resilience-building programs.
Week 3: Emotional regulation through virtual laughter sessions.
Week 4: Creating gratitude exercises for online clients.
Assessment:
Design a digital resilience workshop (video or slides).
Submit a 1,000-word reflective essay on using laughter therapy to promote well-being.
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Module 14: Doctoral Capstone Project
Objective: Conduct original research on digital applications of counseling psychology and Laughter Percussion.
Learning Materials:
Research Toolkit: Access to academic databases (e.g., ProQuest, Google Scholar).
Mentorship: Monthly Zoom check-ins with a supervisor.
Templates: Thesis formatting, ethical approval forms.
Weekly Study Plan:
Year 1: Develop a research question and proposal.
Year 2: Conduct data collection and analysis using online tools.
Year 3: Write and submit the doctoral thesis (20,000–25,000 words).
Assessment:
Submit a doctoral thesis.
Defend your thesis in a virtual oral presentation to a panel.
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Digital Resources
1. LMS Library Access:
Journals, e-books, and research databases.
Self-help guides for online learning.
2. Video and Audio Content:
Pre-recorded lectures by Dr. Ras Banamungu.
Guided laughter and rhythm exercises.
3. Interactive Tools:
Forums for peer discussions.
Cloud-based project collaboration (e.g., Google Workspace, Microsoft Teams).
4. AI-Enhanced Learning:
Virtual assistants for 24/7 queries.
Personalized feedback on assessments.
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Assessment Overview
1. Essays and Reports: Critical analysis of theory and practice.
2. Video Presentations: Students create and present their workshops or case studies.
3. E-Portfolio Development: Collect evidence of learning, including recorded exercises and reflections.
4. Quizzes: Test knowledge of key concepts.
5. Doctoral Thesis: Original research contributing to global mental health.
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Global Relevance
1. Australian Standards Compliance: Meets AQF Level 10 with a focus on ethical frameworks and Indigenous perspectives.
2. International Applicability: Culturally sensitive approaches to mental health challenges worldwide.
3. Technology-Enabled Delivery: Accessible across geographies with robust digital tools.
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Career Pathways
Graduates will:
Lead mental health innovations in global counseling practices.
Develop online mental health interventions.
Become thought leaders in counseling psychology.
Design and deliver digital Laughter Percussion therapy programs.
Conduct groundbreaking research in online therapeutic methodologies.
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This digital PhD program offers an accessible, interactive, and culturally inclusive pathway for students worldwide to revolutionize counseling psychology with the power of Laughter Percussion.
