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DTE Issues Strict Guidelines for Student Well-being
22 Dec
Summary
- Private institutions must enhance student mental health support.
- Qualified counselors required for institutions with 100+ students.
- Staff must receive biannual training in mental health support.
The Directorate of Technical Education (DTE) has mandated comprehensive guidelines for private educational institutions to significantly strengthen student mental health support systems. These directives emphasize the urgent need for structured interventions to address academic pressures and competitive environments, prioritizing the psychological well-being of students. National suicide prevention policies are to be implemented and prominently displayed.
Institutions with 100 or more students must appoint a qualified counselor, psychologist, or social worker experienced in adolescent mental health. Smaller institutions need formal links with external professionals. Contact details for mental health services, hospitals, and helplines must be clearly visible in all student-frequented areas. Staff training in psychological first aid and awareness is required biannually.
Furthermore, institutions must establish confidential grievance redressal systems to handle issues like harassment, bullying, and discrimination. Compliance is mandatory, with institutions required to submit detailed reports on their implemented measures to the DTE's regional offices, ensuring immediate action and accountability for student welfare.
