BA (Hons) Counselling and Psychotherapy (IACP recognised) - Part-time

Program Overview

The BA (Hons) in Counselling and Psychotherapy program, recognized by the IACP, equips individuals with the knowledge and skills to practice counseling and psychotherapy effectively. It emphasizes personal development through experiential learning, clinical practice, and process group work, preparing graduates for further training and careers in the field.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

Overview:

The BA (Hons) in Counselling and Psychotherapy program provides individuals with the opportunity to develop their counseling and psychotherapy skills. It offers a comprehensive understanding of the field, including its theories, practices, and ethical considerations. The program is recognized by the Irish Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (IACP), ensuring its alignment with industry standards.

Objectives:

• To provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to practice counseling and psychotherapy effectively.
• To foster personal and professional development through experiential learning, self-reflection, and clinical practice.
• To prepare students for further training and education in the field of counseling and psychotherapy.

Key Features:

• Recognized by the IACP
• Integrates humanistic, psychodynamic, and cognitive-behavioral approaches
• Emphasizes personal development through therapy and process group work
• Provides supervised clinical practice in years 3 and 4
• Offers a dedicated placement officer to assist students in finding work placements

Outline:

Stage 1:

• Core Modules:
• Counselling Skills I - Introduction
• The Stress Response I
• Approaches to Counselling and Psychotherapy
• Contemporary Issues I
• Developmental Psychology
• Process Group
• Introduction to Psychology

Stage 2:

• Core Modules:
• Counselling Skills II - Therapeutic Relationship
• The Stress Response II
• Contemporary Issues II
• The Family System
• Human Sexuality
• Process Group
• Introduction to the Work of Freud

Stage 3:

• Core Modules:
• Psychotherapy Skills I - Psychodynamic
• Clinical Supervision I
• Existentialism and Psychotherapy
• Freud's Case Histories
• Psychopathology
• Approaches to Addiction
• Research Methodology
• Supervised Practice I

Stage 4:

• Core Modules:
• Psychotherapy Skills II - Integrative
• Clinical Supervision II
• Cognitive Behaviour Theory
• The Body in Psychotherapy
• Ethics
• Group Psychotherapy
• Supervised Practice II
• Research Project

Assessment:

Assessment methods include:

• Essay writing
• In-class presentations
• Group discussions
• Self-reflective writing
• Examinations

Teaching:

The program combines experiential learning, academic lecturing, and personal development. Experiential learning takes place in training groups and process groups, while lectures provide theoretical knowledge. Assessment strategies are varied and include creative approaches.

Careers:

Graduates of the program can apply for full membership of the IACP and work towards accreditation. They may also progress to the MA in Psychotherapy at DBS.

Other:

• The program is part-time and typically takes four years to complete.
• Students are expected to attend in-person classes.
• The program meets the requirements for the initial training of counselors and psychotherapists, but additional client hours are required for full membership of the IACP.
• The program is subject to ongoing reviews and may undergo changes during the course of study.

The Course Fees for the BA (Hons) in Counselling and Psychotherapy are €4,950 per annum. For a full list of part-time undergraduate arts degree fees click here. You can also contact our admissions team who will also be able to advise on the payment options available to our students. All undergraduate programmes of 2 years or more have been approved for tax relief purposes. Tax relief is granted to Irish resident taxpayers at the standard rate of income tax in respect of tuition fees paid exceeding €1,375 and up to €7,000 for part-time programmes only.