Build specialist CBT expertise and advance your career with the MA in Counselling and Psychotherapy (Cognitive Behavioural Modalities).
Delivered by ICHAS at Griffith College, the MA in Counselling and Psychotherapy (Cognitive Behavioural Modalities) equips you with the practical skills and evidence-based knowledge to support clients using cognitive behavioural approaches.
Designed for graduates and practitioners, this MA in Counselling and Psychotherapy (Cognitive Behavioural Modalities) combines advanced study, professional placement, and research—helping you grow both personally and professionally while strengthening your impact in practice.
By the end of the MA in Counselling and Psychotherapy (Cognitive Behavioural Modalities), you’ll be able to:
The MA in Counselling and Psychotherapy (Cognitive Behavioural Modalities) is structured to support your development step by step, with a flexible blended format suited to working professionals. It is also aligned with professional accreditation standards, supporting your progression in the field.
Ideal for those looking to specialise in CBT, the MA in Counselling and Psychotherapy (Cognitive Behavioural Modalities) prepares you to work confidently across a range of therapeutic settings.
Applications are made through ICHAS, where you’ll be redirected to complete the process.
| Course Location | EU |
| Location Postcode | Dublin 8 |
| Course Type | Blended Learning - Mix of Classroom & Online |
| Course Qualification | Masters Degree |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| Awarding Body Details | MA in Counselling and Psychotherapy (Cognitive Behavioural Modalities) |
| Course Duration | 2 Years |
| Course Time | Timetables will be made available closer to the course start date. This course is delivered over 2 Years Part-Time. Lectures are delivered one evening a week from 6 pm-9 pm and on approximately eight Saturdays from 9:30 am-4:30 pm in the academic year (Sept-May). This M.A. is taught using a combination of classroom-based and skill-based learning in practice settings. The programme utilises Blended learning for theoretical elements of engagement. In-person attendance is required for skills-based modules. |
| Course Fee | 8200 |
| Entry Requirements | his programme is designed for graduates in health and human sciences and in particular graduates of counselling related programmes as well as, nursing, social care, social work, psychology and programmes in cognate areas who wish to expand their knowledge and understanding of the human condition. The knowledge, skills and competence required to successfully participate in and complete this Level 9 Programme. Applicants will normally have achieved a Level 2:2 award in a relevant Human Science Level 8 degree. Those who have completed other relevant education programmes or have relevant professional experience, etc., where Recognised Prior Learning (RPL) and Acquired Prior Learning (APL) can be applied to the programme by submission of programme content, qualification, and assignments equivalent to an appropriate Level 8 award at an Honours 2:2 standard can also be considered. All applicants undertake a selection interview to support applicants to make an informed decision regarding their choice of programme and to ensure suitability. Successful applicants would be required to complete Garda Vetting at the College. If English is not your native language, you must meet the minimum English language proficiency requirement. The minimum English language proficiency requirement for this programme is B2+ in the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages, which is equivalent to an IELTS score of 6.5. |
| Career Path | Progression: On successful completion of the MA in Counselling & Psychotherapy, learners will be qualified to access Level 10 Programmes on the National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ). Career Options: This programme is designed to meet the requirements of professional accreditation with the Association of Professional Counsellors and Psychotherapists (APCP) and the National Association for Professional Counselling & Psychotherapy. Graduates from this programme can be found working in various settings across the caring profession and can be found working in such as: Private Practice HSE Addiction Treatment Centres Pieta House Aiseiri My Move Counselling Services Tusla Social Care Mental Health Nursing |
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