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Counselling and Careers Development Unit (CCDU) The CCDU offers a welcoming and safe space for students, with a focus on well being, academic success and career readiness.
Counselling and Careers Development Unit (CCDU) The CCDU offers a welcoming and safe space for students, with a focus on well being, academic success and career readiness.
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Wits Student Crisis Line Support for students experiencing emotional and psychological distress. The toll free line is managed by professionals and is available 24/7/365. Call: 0800 111 331.
Therapy services Grow your understanding of yourself. We offer a range of free services to students, from one-on-one counselling and group therapy, to trauma debriefing and psycho-education in the form of workshops and talks.
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Reach out Be the change - reach out. Help yourself or a friend who is feeling overwhelmed, helpless, or engaging in risky behaviour, or talking about harming themselves or others. Know the signs you need to look out for and get help.
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Career counselling Not sure what you want to be when you grow up? Career education and assessments for grade 11 and 12 learners, university students and adults wanting to make mid-career changes. Learners can also take an online assessment.
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Study skills Good study skills are key to success at university. Learn how to digest large amounts of information at a quicker pace. Tips on note taking, time management, improving your memory and managing stress.
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Graduate Recruitment Programme Put your degree to work! The GRP programme facilitates contact between students and prospective employers through career exhibitions, company presentations, and foyer interviews. Our passionate team also organise seminars and offer career help.
Wits Student Crisis Line 0800 111 331
Learn for Life Psychosocial learning and life skills development for students through group processes, presentations, workshops and trainings.
HIV/AIDS Support HIV/AIDS affects us all. We all encounter the health, financial and social implications. Our health is in our hands.
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Career resources Job search tips, skills for the world of work, what makes a great CV, and how to rock that interview.
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Contact us Tel: 011 717 9140/32. Email: info.ccdu@wits.ac.za. Office hours: Monday-Friday 08h00-16h30. Crisis Centre: 0800 111 331. Click here for more contacts.
Grief
Mental health topics Information about depression, anxiety, healthy relationships, academic stress and dealing with trauma and bereavement.
Depression How are You
How to arrange counselling If you require counselling, please click here to see what the process is. Our help is confidential and student-centred.