BA (Hons) in Counselling & Psychotherapy

Overview

The BA (Hons) in Counselling and Psychotherapy is delivered by the Irish College of Humanities & Applied Sciences (ICHAS) and is available on a part-time basis.

This is a 1-year add-on course to our Level 7 BA in Counselling Skills & Psychotherapy Studies programme or equivalent Level 7 qualification in a related field of study.

The course is highly interactive and it has been designed specifically for those who want to study to become competent professional practitioners in counselling-related areas.

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Why Study Counselling & Psychotherapy Studies at Griffith College?

The B.A (Hons) in Counselling and Psychotherapy has many features that make it one of the leading programmes of this type in Ireland.

Course Highlights

It is the first programme of its type to meet the new QQI awards Standards for Counselling and Psychotherapy in Ireland.
This programme is part of a suite of programmes that have been recently validated by Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI), ensuring up to date teaching methods, programme content and quality.
It is delivered by lecturers who work in this field, who are passionate about your education and dedicated to sharing their experience and expertise.
The programme is recognised throughout Europe. On completion you will receive the Europass Diploma Supplement in addition to your degree parchment.
It is part of the affordable and flexible access system within ICHAS, meaning students pay the same fees as public college system.
It mixes theory and practice together to provide a complete understanding of the areas.
The programme uses both classroom-based and blended learning techniques.

Intake Dates

This course commences September 2019 (dates TBC).

Course details

The B.A. (Hons) in Counselling and Psychotherapy programme combines theory and practical skills. You will study psychopathology, contemporary discourses in counselling, advanced counselling and psychotherapeutic skills, principles & practices of group therapy and stress & anxiety-related disorders. You will then apply these to the completion of a final year project and an applied practice work placement.

The course will commence in September and can be taken on a part-time basis. The course is delivered across two twelve-week terms through a combination of classroom-based modules as well as some that are ‘blended’.

The course uses both classroom-based and blended learning techniques. This allows the learner to access classes in person or using online facilities to allow for a better work/life/study balance. In certain modules, attendance may be a requirement.

Students considering doing the B.A (Hons) in Counselling and Psychotherapy can take this course on a part-time basis. The academic year is broken up into two twelve week semesters – September to December and January to April.

How will I be assessed?

The modules below will be assessed using a range of assessment approaches including continuous assessment, project work, practical exercises and terminal assessments.

Course Contacts

If you have any queries or would like to receive further information please contact:

Griffith College Short Courses team at [email protected] or 01 415 0429
Irish College of Humanities & Applied Science (ICHAS) at [email protected] or 061 216288

Timetables

This course is scheduled to commence in September 2019 at Griffith College Dublin Main Campus.

Part-time

The part-time programme runs 1 evening per week (6 pm to 10 pm) and Saturdays (9.30am to 4.30pm) over 2 semesters, September to December and January to April, at Griffith College Main Campus (subject to viable cohort).

Please contact [email protected] if you would like to receive a copy of the timetable.

How to Apply

Entry Requirements

To join the B.A (Hons) in Counselling and Psychotherapy, applicants must meet the following requirements:

Hold a Level 7 or equivalent qualification in a related area of study
Be over 18 years of age.
Complete and submit the application form
Applicants are required to complete an interview process, which is designed to explore your reasons for taking the programme and to ensure that it is suitable for your needs. ICHAS is committed to ensuring that the programme you are on is right for you.
Complete the Garda vetting procedure.
English language proficiency certificates (e.g. IELTS of 6.0 or equivalent) if applicable. Learn more.

If you are under 23 years of age and applying for the full-time programme, you must apply through the CAO website. Normally this requires applicants who have successfully completed the Leaving Certificate programme and have obtained a minimum of 250 points. A minimum grade of D1 in English is stipulated.

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Progression

Academic Progression

Those who complete the BA Hons in Counselling and Psychotherapy may access the suite of level 9 programmes with the College or relevant Level 9 programmes in other colleges or universities.

Career Progression

Graduates of the BA (Hons) in Counselling and Psychotherapy can be found working in organisations areas such as private and public residential and non-residential youth and adult centres, schools, colleges, hospitals and of course in private practice.

The Government has committed to increased funding of mental health initiatives as part of the national counselling service. For many, the opportunity to work in private practice as a professional Counsellor is hugely important. With the forthcoming statutory regulation of counselling and psychotherapy, the fact that this programme has been validated by QQI should not be underestimated.