Abstract:

To investigate the professional competence and development of college counselor, twenty-four counselors from eight colleges were recruited for four focus groups interview. The study revealed that the main problems the clients bring to the counseling room were mental disorders. Most college counselors were deficient in competence of counseling, lack of professional training and practice. They had strong desire for professional development. Standardizing clinical and counseling psychology degree education, establishing certificating system and improving continuous education were important approach for promoting the professional competence and development of college counselor.

Key words: counselor, professional competence, professional development, college, Focus group interview

摘要：

本研究旨在了解高校心理咨询师的专业能力及专业发展。选取24名来自北京8所高校从事心理咨询的专职或兼职心理咨询师进行4个焦点小组访谈。研究发现，高校心理咨询接触到的主要问题是心理障碍，多数心理咨询师胜任工作的专业能力不足，专业训练和实践均有欠缺，专业发展的需求强烈。健全高校临床与咨询心理学学历教育，推行心理咨询师资格认证和审核制度以及完善继续教育机制是促进高校心理咨询师专业能力及专业发展的重要途径。

关键词: 心理咨询师, 专业能力, 专业发展, 高校, 焦点小组访谈