Telegram Tips and Guidelines

📱 How to Join Your Telegram Community

Join your course Telegram group by following these steps :

Option 1 — Via invite link:

  • Open the invitation link sent to you in your welcome email.
  • If you already have Telegram installed, the app will open automatically and show you the group — tap Join Group to confirm.

 

Option 2 — Via QR code:

  • Open your phone’s camera app.
  • Point it at the QR code in the email you have received (or access the code on the course dashboard underneath the tutor-led session dates).
  • Tap the link that appears to join the group.
  • Tip: If your camera doesn’t recognise the code, try using a QR code scanning app available on most smartphones.

>> New to Telegram? Visit telegram.org to download the app and get started.

🔔 Privacy and Consent Notice

By joining the Telegram community, you agree to the following:

  1. Consent to Communication: You agree to receive messages and updates related to the course.
  2. Data Usage: Your phone number and messages will only be used for group discussions and sharing relevant information.
  3. Opt-Out: You can leave the group at any time. To request the removal of your data, email academic@counsellingtutor.com
  4. Confidentiality: Be mindful of what you share, as other members can see your messages and username.

📜 Community Guidelines

To maintain a supportive and professional environment:

  • Be Respectful: Treat everyone with kindness and empathy.
  • Maintain Confidentiality: Avoid sharing identifiable client or colleague details.
  • Stay Relevant: Keep discussions focused on supervision and counselling topics.
  • No Promotions: This group is for collaboration, not advertising.

We’ll regularly share prompts and resources to inspire discussion—feel free to jump in when you’re ready!

 

💡 Tips for Using Telegram

Here are some quick tips to help you make the most of your Telegram group:

  • React to Messages 👍: Acknowledge messages quickly using emoji reactions. (Long press a message > Select an emoji from the reaction bar)
  • Mute Notifications 🔕: Manage notifications to suit your preferences. (Tap the group name at the top > Mute)
  • Save Important Messages ⭐: Bookmark key information for quick access later. (Long press a message > Save to Saved Messages)
  • Search Topics 🔍: Revisit past discussions or find resources easily. (Tap the magnifying glass icon in the top right of the group chat)
  • Check Pinned Messages 📌: Stay up to date with important announcements and resources. (Tap the pinned message bar at the top of the chat)

 

📩 Need Help?

If you have any questions about accessing Telegram or anything else, please email us at academic@counsellingtutor.com