The University College is an accurate representation of Psychology and Counselling practice in a faith-based environment. The programs offered by the University College are holistic in approach to life and corroborate the inherent values of the intellectual, social, physical, and spiritual aspects of development.

History

Oheneba-Dornyo University College of Counselling Psychology began in the year 2000 as International Theological Seminary (ITS). It was then affiliated with International Theological Seminary in the USA. The seminary had the objective of training seasoned Theologians and Christian Counsellors to heal a hurting world. From its inception in Ghana, ITS has trained well over 500 Ministers of the Gospel and 1000 Christian Counsellors. In the year 2004, ITS began the process of seeking accreditation for its Counselling Courses with the National Accreditation Board of the Ministry of Education. In 2013, International Theological Seminary gained affiliation with Trinity Theological Seminary (TTS) in Legon for its Counsellor training programs and subsequently received authorization status with the National Accreditation Board. Since 2014, ITS has trained 900 Counsellors at the Executive Certificate levels. Owing to the University’s emphasis on training Counsellors, its name was changed to College of Counselling and Psychology and subsequently registered with the registrar General’s department.

Currently, the University College has received the Institutional and Programs Accreditation to run the Postgraduate Diploma in Counselling and the Master of Arts in Counselling Programs from the Ghana Tertiary Education Commission (GTEC) and is affiliated with the Trinity Theological Seminary, Legon. In a rebranding effort, the University changed its name to the Oheneba-Dornyo University College of Counselling Psychology (ODUCCP).

Statement of Faith

In the inspired, infallible and authoritative Word of God – the Holy Bible.
There is one God eternally manifested in the person of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.

In the spiritual unity of all believers in our Lord Jesus Christ.

In the bodily resurrection of believers at the end time; the just unto eternal life and the unjust into eternal damnation.
Regeneration and conversion through faith in Jesus Christ is absolutely essential for the salvation of lost and sinful humanity.
A life awareness of the presence of God’s Kingdom here on earth today and faith in the complete restoration of the Kingdom of God upon the earth in the future.
The Gospel includes holiness of heart and life, healing of the body and a definite experience with the Holy Spirit, whereby the gifts of the Holy Spirit become active in the life of the believer.
In the virgin birth of Jesus Christ, in His vicarious and atoning sacrifice through His shed blood, in His bodily resurrection, in His ascension, and in His personal return in power and glory upon the earth.
We also believe there are many other God-called fellowships, organizations and/or associations of which the College of Counselling and Psychology (CCP) is only one.

MISSION

Our mission is to educate and develop talents and skills of individuals to become Professional Counsellors, using modern scientific tools and cutting-edge innovative training in a traditional lecture form, distance learning, virtual campus model of education and practical attachment under supervision.

VISION

Our vision is to be a world-class institution for training Professional Counsellors who can heal a hurting world.

General Information
  • The University is an accurate representation of Psychology and Counselling practice in a faith-based environment. The programs offered by the University are holistic in approach to life and corroborates the inherent values of the intellectual, social, physical and spiritual aspects of development.

Educational Objectives

  • Provide a traditional and non-traditional educational setting through which basic learning tools are made available so that students may fulfill their educational desires and objectives.
  • To help students assess their educational needs and satisfy them through a core of studies in Counseling and Psychology.
  • To inform and make available to students the learning resources and media support required to maximize their learning and retention of acquired knowledge.
  • To evaluate the student’s proficiency, in relationship to standards of performance, acceptable to other traditional and non-traditional educational enterprises.
  • To prepare students for Christian and Professional services in their Church and community.

Other Services

  • Licensing with the Ghana Psychology Council (GPC).
  • Credentials with Ghana Academy of Christian Counsellors.
  • Supervision and Continuing Education is provided for members who wish to join the fraternity of faith-based professional Counsellors by the University College and the Ghana Academy of Christian Counsellors (GACC).