Guidance Counselling: MSc

About this programme

Recognised by the Department of Education and Skills (DES) and the Institute of Guidance Counsellors, this two-year part-time course aims to give an understanding of the knowledge, skills and attitudes required for personal, education and career guidance counselling. Through strong reflective practice, you’ll be encouraged and supported to develop responsibility for personal and professional development, and learn how to identify and mobilise resources across a network of external agencies and the wider community. You’ll also complete 130 hours of supervised placement in your chosen area. Unlock new career opportunitiesStudents will be selected on the basis of academic achievement and professional experience. You will need to demonstrate your understanding of the role of a guidance counsellor and willingness to commit to the demands of the programme at interview. The DES also requires employees to hold a primary degree with subjects recognised for teaching in secondary schools and a te