Child and Adolescent Psychotherapy is a specialised area of practice. This Master’s programme will equip learners and practising therapists with the necessary knowledge, skills and competencies to meet the therapeutic needs of children and adolescents.
With a strong focus on excellence in clinical practice, learners are fully supported in making the transition from being a practising therapist with adults to clinical work with children & adolescent. A safe,nurturing environment is fostered through established links with an on-site placement centre.
| Course Location | Tallaght, Dublin |
| Location Postcode | Dublin 24 |
| Course Type | Blended Learning - Mix of Classroom & Online |
| Course Qualification | Masters Degree |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| Awarding Body Details | QQI Master of Arts in Integrative Child and Adolescent Psychotherapy |
| Course Start Date | 22nd September 2023 |
| Course End Date | 9th June 2024 |
| Course Duration | 2 years |
| Course Time | This part-time programme consists of ten modules over 2 years. It is a taught Master’s with a strong research component. |
| Course Fee | Year One Fees: €4,350 per year - Inclusive of QQI registration fee of €200 |
| Entry Requirements | 1. An honours degree, Level 8 on The National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ), in counselling and psychotherapy, or equivalent. 2. An honours degree, Level 8 on the NFQ, plus a professional diploma in counselling and psychotherapy that meets with IACP/ IAHIP course recognition standards (or equivalent). The diploma must have counselling and psychotherapy at its core. 3. Learners will be invited to an interview with faculty as part of the application process |
| Career Path | Equipping learners and practising therapists with the necessary knowledge, skills and competencies to meet the therapeutic needs of children and adolescents. |
| Course Code | L9MACA2024 |
The value of mindfulness in therapy has been espoused by such figures as Dr Tony Bates, former principal clinical psychologist at St James s Hospital and Dr Jon Kabat Zinn, founder and director of the Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Clinic at the University of Massachusetts Medical Centre.
This QQI Accredited Programme is a Level 6 Special Purpose Award that is ideal for those wishing to commence their education in counselling and psychotherapy.
Developed in conjunction with Professor John McLeod, this programme aims to enable existing professionals working within the field of counselling and psychotherapy to achieve a Master of Science in Pluralistic Counselling and Psychotherapy.
Child and Adolescent Psychotherapy is a specialised area of practice.
