BA (Hons) in Counselling and Psychotherapy with Youth Studies

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Type
Undergraduate
Duration
4 Years
Validated by
QQI (by ICHAS)
Mode
Full-Time / Part-Time
Campus
Limerick / Dublin Main Campus
NFQ Level
8
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Course Overview

BA (Hons) in Counselling and Psychotherapy with Youth Studies is about understanding the complex lives of young people and learning how to support them with empathy, insight, and professional care.

This is an ICHAS course delivered at Griffith College by ICHAS.

The BA (Hons) in Counselling and Psychotherapy with Youth Studies offers a practice-based and academic pathway for those who want to work as professional counsellors with a special focus on youth development and wellbeing. 

Students explore key theories of human development and mental health alongside in-depth modules on the challenges facing young people today, including inequality, addiction, education, and emotional health. Practical skills training and personal development are embedded throughout the course, preparing learners for supervised clinical work and ethical practice in real-world settings.

Why Study Counselling & Youth Studies at Griffith College?

The BA (Hons) in Counselling and Youth Studies is for those who want to make a difference in the lives of young people through professional therapeutic practice. It provides a strong foundation for working in youth services, schools, community settings, or private practice. 

  • Graduates meet the academic requirements to progress toward accreditation with relevant professional bodies. 

  • Students gain valuable real-world experience through supervised client work and personal psychotherapeutic development, helping them grow both professionally and personally. 

  • Learners are supported through mentoring, reflective practice, and personal development modules, creating a space for academic and emotional growth. 

  • Courses are delivered by experienced practitioners with backgrounds in counselling, psychotherapy, youth work, and psychology, who bring real-world relevance to each class. 

  • A combination of online lectures and in-person workshops allows students to balance study with work or personal commitments. 
     

Course Highlights

  • Focused specialism in youth mental health and development. 

  • Combines theory, practical skills, and personal development. 

  • Supports progression toward professional accreditation. 

  • Delivered by active professionals in the field. 

  • Includes supervised placement and psychotherapeutic experience. 

  • Delivered through a blend of online and in-class delivery. 

Intake Dates

  • Limerick - Full-Time - September 2025
  • Dublin - Part-Time - September 2025
  • Limerick - Part-Time - September 2025

Lecturer Biography

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Maria is a highly qualified clinician and researcher with multiple degrees, including a PhD in Inflammation and Immunology, and Master's degrees in Physiology, Toxicology, and Psychotherapy. With a strong background in academia and medical research, she has served as an Associate Professor and worked in university hospitals. Her clinical focus includes trauma, PTSD, mental health, and family dynamics. Maria is active in private practice, workplace wellbeing, and employee support programmes, and is a member of several professional bodies, including the Psychological Society of Ireland and the American Psychological Association.

Maria Benito

- Programme Lecturer

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