MSc in Child & Adolescent Counselling & Psychotherapeutic Skills
A specialized master's programme for practitioners seeking advanced psychotherapeutic training for children and young people.
Best for:Best for qualified counselling and psychotherapy practitioners seeking to specialize in child and adolescent mental health.
Overview
This master's programme is designed for professionals who wish to develop specialist psychotherapeutic skills for working with children, adolescents, and young adults under the age of 25. The curriculum focuses on evidence-based therapeutic approaches tailored to the developmental needs of younger populations. Students will engage in advanced clinical training, combining theoretical knowledge with practical application. The programme is structured to support practitioners in enhancing their therapeutic efficacy within this specific demographic.
What you'll do
- Engage in advanced theoretical study of child and adolescent psychotherapeutic models.
- Participate in clinical training sessions to refine therapeutic techniques.
- Complete required academic assessments and reflective practice assignments.
- Undergo Garda Vetting procedures as required for clinical practice.
- Maintain professional standards in accordance with accreditation requirements.
Requirements
Degree required: Level 8 NFQ degree or equivalent in Counselling & Psychotherapy with a minimum grade of 2.2.
Degree offered: MSc
Language: English; minimum IELTS band score of 6.5 or equivalent.
Instruction: English
- Prior qualification in counselling or psychotherapy.
- Sufficient IT skills for academic and clinical documentation.
- Ability to engage in systematic reflection on professional practice.
- Hold a Level 8 NFQ degree in Counselling & Psychotherapy (or equivalent).
- Applicants without the standard degree may apply via prior learning and experience (RPL) with a career portfolio.
- Candidates for Year 2 entry must hold a relevant Postgraduate Certificate or equivalent.
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Applications must be submitted through the official college portal. Applicants applying via prior learning must include a career portfolio demonstrating relevant knowledge and experience.
- Career portfolio
- Academic transcripts
- Evidence of prior learning
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