Support groups
Share your experience with a group of classmates
Thanks to support groups, you can meet your classmates and together share the small and bigger obstacles that studying at VŠCHT puts in front of you. The opinions and experiences of others will help you find solutions and workable strategies to overcome them and get through. You will see that you are not alone in this!
How does it work?
A closed group of students will meet a total of four times during the semester. Each meeting focuses on specific topics or suggestions from participants related to the type of support group. An initial short lecture is followed by a space for discussion, sharing tips, advice and difficulties.
The groups follow the rules for support group meetings, i.e. confidentiality and a safe environment will be guaranteed.
The communication language of the groups is Czech.
Types of support groups
Each group covers different topics to discuss, usually we offer:
Time & Study Management
You will focus on issues and challenges associated with studying at HE, advice on specific subjects may also occur. You will also discuss setting up a daily routine or time management to keep up with school and life, or how to successfully complete long-term assignments.
How to: Czechia.
A group for foreigners who have come to the Czech Republic to study and would like to share their expectations, challenges and problems that come with this important step in life. You will discuss adaptation and cultural differences, integration into a team, as well as practical advice and tips not only for life in the Czech Republic but also for studying at UCT Prague.
There are no open groups right now.
If you have any questions, ideas or comments, please contact Ing. Zuzana Jalovcová.
Support group for students with ADHD
Learn more about ADHD: How it affects thinking, behavior, and emotions, and how to manage and compensate for its symptoms.
Improve your focus and memory, time management, and communication skills!
Who is the course for?
The course is open to all UCT Prague students who want to better understand ADHD and are looking for strategies to improve attention, memory, organization, emotional regulation, and communication.
You do not need a formal ADHD diagnosis to join. The group is also suitable for students who notice some symptoms of attention disorders or hyperactivity in themselves. What matters most is the willingness to work on yourself.
What does the course focus on?
- Strategies to improve focus and memory – Learn practical techniques to strengthen attention and memory.
- Time management and task organization – Learn to plan effectively, set priorities, and break tasks into smaller steps using methods adapted for students with ADHD.
- Motivation and overcoming procrastination – Discover what affects your motivation and learn strategies to combat procrastination.
- Emotions and self-care – Focus on managing emotions and impulsive behavior using mindfulness and relaxation techniques. You will also learn the basics of mental hygiene and balancing work and rest.
- Communication and interpersonal relationships – Explore challenges in communication and social interactions, and practice effective communication techniques.
- Building self-confidence and handling criticism – Work on strengthening positive self-evaluation and handling negative feedback effectively.
How is the course conducted?
- Regular meetings – The course consists of seven consecutive lessons held every two weeks. Registration is binding for the entire cycle (it is not possible to register for individual lessons).
- Closed group – The group composition remains the same throughout the semester, allowing for an atmosphere of trust, safety, and mutual support. Maximum capacity is 12 students.
- Interactive approach – Each lesson combines theoretical knowledge with practical exercises and provides plenty of space for sharing experiences.
Instructor:
- Bc. Kristina Vintonjak – Counsellor, Psychological Counselling Service, CCC UCT Prague