Master’s Level 9 Degree in Integrative
Child & Adolescent Psychotherapy
Equipping learners and practising therapists with the necessary knowledge, skills and competencies
to meet the therapeutic needs of children and adolescents
Award: QQI Master of Arts in Integrative Child and Adolescent Psychotherapy
Start Date: 2021
Duration: 2.5 Years
Language requirement: If English is your second language you are required to submit an IELTS (International English Language Testing System) cert at Level 6.5, or equivalent. For more information please click HERE
Course Fees:
- First Year Fees: €3,875
- Second Year Fees: €3,875
- Final Semester Fees: €1,250
Apply Online: Click here to apply online!
Introduction
Child and Adolescent Psychotherapy is a specialised area of practice. This Master’s programme will equip learners 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 and adolescents. A safe, nurturing environment is fostered through established links with an on-site placement centre.
Who Should Apply
This 2.5 year programme will be of interest to practising therapists who wish to extend their existing qualification in counselling and psychotherapy
to Master’s level and work with children and adolescents.
Entry Routes
- If English is your second language you are required to submit an IELTS (International English Language Testing System) cert at Level 6.5, or equivalent. For more information please click HERE
- An honours degree, Level 8 on The National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ), in counselling and psychotherapy, or equivalent.
OR
- 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.
Learners will be invited to an interview with faculty as part of the application process.
Dates
- Starting: Friday 2nd October 2020
- The programme is facilitated through monthly three day blocks (usually Friday – Sunday).
Overview
Online Classroom Delivery
Our online classes are run as tutorials, that involve students and their lecturer logging into our online portal Zoom™ simultaneously.
Zoom™ provides and integrative online environment for students and Lecturers to interact and engage in the learning. This platform facilitates discussion polls, sharing of slides, videos resources and much, much more.
To foster more intimate learning environments the use of breakout rooms is also implemented, allowing for the safe and experiential triadic learning practice that we have found so successful.
All of our sessions are accessible through computer and mobile devices and we have a structured and robust technology department to support all faculty and students through their online learning journey. To encourage flexibility, and ss best practice, we also record all our sessions, these are made accessible only to the students in that class to review content whenever is convenient to them!
Student Benefits & Support
as they extend the scope of their practice to work with children and adolescents.
Assessment
assessments, case studies and process recordings, written assignments, essays and a research portfolio.
Validation & Accreditation of Award
This Master’s is a major award validated by QQI at Level 9 on the NFQ.
Credits
Programme Lecturers
We have a large faculty team, including:
- Prof. Rolf Sundet
- Dr. Marcella Finnerty
- Dr. Maria Quinlan
- Dr. Marguerite Woods
- Dr. Linda Finnegan
- Ms. Caitriona Kearns
- Mr. David O’Regan
- Ms. Gayle Doyle
Protection for Enrolled Learners
Programme Structure
The programme contains ten mandatory modules over the duration of two and 1/2 years. Year 2 spans 1.5 years and covers three semesters.
The Sequentially Planned Integrative Counselling for Children (SPICC) Model
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy with Children and Adolescents
Child and Adolescent Development
Play, Creative Media and Expressive Arts
Clinical Skills for Working with Children and Adolescents
Advanced Research Methods
Solution Focused Brief Therapy with Children and Adolescents
Theory and Practice of Child and Adolescent Therapy
Clinical Practice and Development
Research Portfolio
IICP understand that while partaking in further education is an incredibly rewarding experience it can also be a financial challenge for some students. In order to minimise the financial impact caused to students, IICP strive to keep our course fees as competitive as possible. We also provide payment plan options to facilitate learners paying the balance of their fees throughout the duration of their course.
Overall Programme Fees
(Inclusive of QQI registration fee of €200 of annual Professional Knowledge Seminar Fee)
- Application Fees: €75
- Year One Fees: €3,875*
- Year Two Fees: €3,875
- Final Semester Fees: €1,250
*Following successful interview a deposit of €1,155 is required to secure your place.
Year One: Payment Options
(1) Pay in Full before Start of Course
Deposit
Balance of Fees
Total
(2) Payment Plan Options Available (administration fee incurred*)
- Flexible Payment Options Available.
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- 11 Month Payment Plan – Starting in 1st June 2021, Splits your deposit up into 3 monthly installments, then your remaining course fees into 8 monthly installments.
- 8 Month Payment Plan – Starting 1st September, Deposit must be paid before commencement of course then the payment plan splits your remaining course fees into 8 monthly installments.
Please Contact the IICP office to find out more!
Extra Costs
- Except where stated, course fees cover tuition only. Learners on this programme must also complete clinical work and engage an individual supervisor for this work. Supervision fees are negotiable between learners and individual supervisors.
Getting Started
Please note due to the current Covid -19 restrictions, our office team are working remotely. Therefore we would encourage you to apply online for speedy process of your application. Should you have any questions in relation to making your online application please contact Triona on 086-0499154.
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If you have any trouble at any stage of the application please click here to get in touch and we will be happy to help.
Why choose this Programme?
Ideal for anyone looking to pursue a career in Child and Adolescent Psychotherapy.
Competitively priced programme fees with payment plans available.
- QQI validated, ensuring the highest quality content and delivery.
Exceptionally high levels of student support, ensuring that learners are continually guided and supported.