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:
- Consent to Communication: You agree to receive messages and updates related to the course.
- Data Usage: Your phone number and messages will only be used for group discussions and sharing relevant information.
- Opt-Out: You can leave the group at any time. To request the removal of your data, email academic@counsellingtutor.com
- 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