Integrative Counselling & Psychotherapy - RPL Option
This programme is particularly suitable for qualified counsellors and psychotherapists, or those who have completed previous counselling and psychotherapy and who now wish to build upon existing qualifications.
| Award Name | Degree - Honours Bachelor (Level 8 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Major |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| NFQ Level | Level 8 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Degree - Honours Bachelor (Level 8 NFQ) | Major | QQI | Level 8 NFQ |
Duration
Usually 1 year but can depend on an individuals RPL status.
Dates:
Option 1: Tuesday Weekly Option
Option 2: Saturday Weekly Option
Option 3: Block Monthly Option
The programme is delivered on a part-time basis. There are a number of options available
• 204.0 BSc (Hons) Integrative Counselling & Psychotherapy – 4th Year Tuesday.0
• 204.1 BSc (Hons) Integrative Counselling & Psychotherapy – 4th Year Tuesday.1
• 204.S BSc (Hons) Integrative Counselling & Psychotherapy – 4th Year Saturday
• 204B2 BSc (Hons) Integrative Counselling & Psychotherapy – 4th Year Block 2
Entry Requirements
Entry Requirements
RPL may be possible for learners who have:
• Completed a Level 7 Degree in Counselling and Psychotherapy.
• Completed a Level 6 Higher Certificate in Counselling and Psychotherapy.
• Completed a Level 6 Certificate in Counselling and Psychotherapy.
• Completed relevant modules on another related programme of study.
• Completed an undergraduate Diploma in Counselling and Psychotherapy that meets with IACP/IAHIP/BACP (or equivalent) standards.
• RPL is always assessed on a case-by-case basis.
• Applicants must complete IICP’s course comparison form as part of their application. This is available on request.
• Learners will be invited to an interview with faculty as part of the application process.
• If English is your second language you are required to submit an IELTS (International English Language Testing System) cert at Level 5.5, or equivalent.
Learners can apply for exemptions under RPL; however such exemptions must be applied for in advance of commencing the programme.
Minimum Technological Requirements
You will need to have:
• access to a stable internet connection with a minimum download speed of 1.5 Mbps;
• a desktop computer or laptop that is capable of using zoom;
• a webcam and microphone;
• a web browser; and
• Microsoft Word
Language requirement: If English is your second language you are required to submit an IELTS (International English Language Testing System) cert at Level 6, or equivalent.
Further information
Starting: Autumn 2023
Annual Fees: €3,875
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.
• Application Fees: €75
• Annual Fees: €3,875
Year One: Payment Options
(1) Pay in Full before Start of Course
Deposit: €1,16250 - On acceptance of course offer
Balance of Fees: €2,71250
Total: €3,875
(2) Payment Plan Options Available (administration fee incurred*)
• Flexible Payment Options Available.
Please Contact the IICP office to find out more!
Additional Course Requirements and Costs
• Group Therapy – Learners complete 10 sessions of group therapy in the final stages of the programme. Average cost: €20 per session.
• Personal Therapy and Clinical Supervision – RPL applicants entering year 1, 2, 3 or 4 may also be required to complete personal therapy and clinical supervision as well as obtaining IACP membership and Garda vetting, all of which incur additional costs
Personal therapy and clinical supervision can cost from €30 per session upwards. Fees are negotiable between learners and individual therapists/supervisors.
Learners understand that the costs of these activities are not covered by programme fees and that successful completion of the BSc (Hons) is dependent on submitting the necessary evidence that these criteria are fulfilled.
BSc (Hons) Degree in Integrative Counselling and Psychotherapy (RPL Application)
IICP operate a Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) Policy whereby, under certain conditions, learners can gain access
to the BSc (Hons) Degree programme at an advanced stage.
Overview
Introduction
IICP operates a recognition of prior learning (RPL) policy whereby previous qualifications and/or experience may allow applicants to avail of exemptions and enter the BA (Hons) programme at an advanced stage. RPL is always assessed on a case-by-case basis. With an emphasis on academic and clinical excellence, we offer a quality education to those wishing to develop their career and extend their qualifications.
IICP prides itself on an ethos of student support. While undertaking this dynamic and exciting programme of study, learners are guided and nurtured as they acquire the necessary skills, knowledge and competence to become effective practitioners. Learners are fully supported in terms of obtaining a relevant clinical placement, where they can complete the required client hours.
Who Should Apply
This programme is particularly suitable for qualified counsellors and psychotherapists, or those who have completed previous counselling and psychotherapy and who now wish to build upon existing qualifications. RPL is always assessed on a case-by-case basis. Please contact the college for further information.
Student Benefits & Support
With a high level of student support, learners can enhance their existing therapeutic skills, knowledge and competencies. Learners are afforded the space, time and support to further develop an integrative model of practice for work with clients.
Why choose this Programme?
• Ideal course for anyone looking to upgrade their diploma in counsellng & psychotherapy to a BSc (Hons) Degree
• Competitively priced course fees with payment plans available.
• QQI validated ensuring highest quality content and delivery
• Incredibly high levels of student support, ensuring that learners are continually guided and supported.
There is a 85% attendance requirement.
Programme Structure
Please find below the programme content for the entire four-year BA (Hons). RPL is always assessed on a case-by-case basis. Depending on previous training and qualifications, and following the outcome of an academic RPL audit, learners may be exempt from relevant modules and/or stages of the programme.
Year 1 - 60 ECTS Credits
• Introduction to Psychotherapeutic Studies & Reflexive Practice
• Introduction to Counselling Skills
• Inclusive & Ethical Practice
• Evidence Informed Practice for Counselling & Psychotherapy
• Counselling and Psychotherapeutic Studies 1
• Advanced Skills of Counselling & Psychotherapy 1
Year 2 - 60 ECTS Credits
• Counselling & Psychotherapeutic Studies 2
• Advanced Skills of Counselling & Psychotherapy 2
• Universal Issues 1 – Addiction Theory & Intervention>/span>
• Universal Issues 2 – Bereavement, Loss & Grief
• Professional Skills
• Personal Psychotherapeutic Experience
Year 3 - 60 ECTS Credits
• Research Methods & Statistics in the Human Sciences
• Core Issues 1 – Sexuality
• Core Issues 2 – Relationship Counselling
• Clinical Practice & Supervision
• Pluralistic Counselling & Psychotherapy
• Practice Development
• Suicide Postvention
Year 4 - 60 ECTS Credits
• Dissertation
• Group Therapy
• Advanced Theoretical Considerations
• Improving Clinical Outcomes
• Working with Children, Adolescents and their Families
• Advanced Practice Issues: Mental Health, Multi-Disciplinary Working and Health Information Technology
Learners are assessed through a continuous assessment strategy, which includes a variety of mediums such as individual and group projects, skills training assessments, case studies and process recordings, written assignments, essays and a dissertation.
Validation & Accreditation of Award
• Our BSc (Hons) Degree is a major award validated by QQI at Level 8 on the NFQ.
• Our BSc (Hons) Degree is professionally accredited by the Irish Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (IACP) provided that all IACP requirements are achieved.
Credits
The BSc (Hons) Degree is 240 ECTS credits in its entirety. The number of credits achieved by learners under RPL varies, depending on their individual needs following an academic RPL audit.
Protection for Enrolled Learners
This programme is covered by arrangements under section 65 (4) of the Qualifications and Quality Assurance (Education and Training) Act 2012 whereby, in the event of IICP College ceasing to provide the programme for any reason, enrolled learners may transfer to a similar programme at another provider, or, in the event that this is not practicable, the fees most recently paid will be refunded. Current PEL arrangements consist of a 2% levy on course fees. IICP do not pass the cost of this on to learners.
Blended Delivery
The programme is blended learning. It rotates between online and onsite teaching inputs. Onsite classes are delivered in our Tallaght Campus, and 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
With a high level of student support, learners can enhance their existing therapeutic skills, knowledge and competencies. Learners are afforded the space, time and support to further develop an integrative model of practice for work with clients.
For Course Queries:
Triona Kearns: 086 049 9154
Marcella Finnerty: 086 260 9989
IICP Office
T: 087 905 5330