Partnership & Collaboration

Partnership and Affiliation with CICN

The Chartered Institute of Counseling in Nigeria (CICN) is the leading and first-ever government-recognized body professionalizing counseling in Nigeria. With a mission to empower minds and unlock professionalism in mental health and wellness, CICN has trained thousands of students through robust diploma, postgraduate, and executive education programs in counseling and psychotherapy.

As part of our internationalization strategy, CICN is open to academic partnerships and institutional affiliations with globally reputable universities and training bodies, especially at the postgraduate (PGD) and Master’s levels.

This partnership invites institutions to tap into a ready and vibrant pool of students who are passionate about furthering their education and careers in various branches of counseling such as clinical mental health, addiction counseling, sex therapy, trauma recovery, school counseling, marriage and family therapy, and more.

Our students, many of whom are professionals across healthcare, education, religious sectors, corporate organizations, and NGOs, are actively seeking credible international academic progression routes. CICN serves as a central gateway to this population.

Scope of Partnership and Affiliation

1. Academic Progression Pathways

International institutions may establish seamless academic bridges that allow CICN PGD graduates to gain direct entry into Master’s programs in relevant fields of counseling and psychotherapy.

2. Joint Curriculum Development and Program Delivery

Co-develop modules, share faculty resources, and explore blended learning options (online + residential), especially tailored for African mental health realities.

3. Research Collaboration

Engage in co-supervised research, cross-border mental health studies, and cultural counseling investigations, leveraging CICN’s rich access to Nigerian demographics and counseling cases.

4. Faculty Exchange and Guest Lecturing

Create exchange programs and faculty-sharing initiatives, enabling a two-way transfer of expertise and cultural insights.

5. Certification and Dual Awards

Offer dual certification or co-branded qualifications that combine local context with international prestige.

6. Annual International Student Recruitment and Admissions Support

Gain direct access to a growing number of CICN students interested in studying abroad, including through recruitment fairs, direct admissions, and scholarships.

Benefits of Partnering with CICN

1.     High Student Volume & Engagement
CICN trains hundreds of PGD students annually, many of whom are eager for international progression and further specialization. This presents a strong recruitment base for Master’s and professional development programs.
2.    Strategic Positioning in Africa’s Largest Counseling Market
Nigeria’s counseling industry is rapidly expanding, and CICN is the hub. Partnering gives your institution a first-mover advantage in one of the continent’s fastest-growing mental health sectors.
3.    Culturally Rich and Professionally Grounded Students
Our students are not only academically qualified but also exposed to deep local and global counseling issues, with practical field experience through our supervised internship frameworks.
4.     Enhanced Global Visibility and Impact
Your institution will be seen as a trailblazer in addressing the global mental health gap by supporting the growth of professional counseling in Africa.
5.    Opportunities for International Research and Grants
Collaborative projects with CICN can attract funding from global mental health and development organizations keen on investing in Africa’s mental health ecosystem.
6.    Contribution to Global Mental Health Equity
Affiliating with CICN is not just an academic venture—it’s a commitment to advancing equity in counseling education and services worldwide.

Join Hands with CICN

We invite international institutions to collaborate with CICN in creating sustainable academic and research pathways that empower lives and build global excellence in counseling.

With our strong community, trusted reputation, and increasing enrollment, a partnership with CICN is a strategic investment in both educational growth and social impact.

Let’s build the future of counseling together across borders, across cultures.

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The Chartered Institute of Counseling in Nigeria is a reputable Counseling Institute, the first of its kind in Africa; affiliated with other professional educational Institutions, Associations, and bodies both in Nigeria and Internationally.