Description

The MA Counselling and Psychotherapy programme constitutes the only postgraduate Counselling and Psychotherapy programme in Greece, in cooperation with a state British university. It is a programme providing practical education to students so that they can practice, safely and ethically the profession of the counsellor or psychotherapist. The programme is addressed to those who wish to attend an undergraduate programme in Counselling and Psychotherapy. It provides training in the integrative model that constitutes the latest trend in the psychotherapeutic approaches, combining techniques and theories of diverse psychotherapeutic approaches (e.g. person centered, cognitive, psychodynamic, gestalt, existential approach), based on the premise that humans are complex and it is difficult and risky to interpret their behavior on the basis of only one theory. The therapeutic technique model taught is the internationally recognized Egan model, oriented towards problem solving.

The basic objectives of the programme are:

• • Educating and training the student in Counselling and Psychotherapy in a way that is suitable for the safe, ethical and efficient practical application
  • Giving the opportunity to graduates to become members of relevant professional associations (e.g. BACP, HAC)
  • Giving the opportunity for academic and proessional development.

The programme is designed and delivered in accordance with the criteria of programme certification of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). This means that each graduate is entitled to apply individually in order to be admitted as member in the Association.

Duration: 2-3 years

Modules

• • • Critical Approaches to Inclusive Education
    • Exploring Behaviour: theories and perspectives for practice
    • Supporting Pupils with Dyslexia
    • Autism spectrum Disorder and Educational Approaches
    • Dissertation

Career Prospects

The postgraduate MA Counselling and Psychotherapy programme is addressed to those who wish to practice safely and ethically the profession of Counsellor or/ Psychotherapist. Graduates can:

• • • Pursue a career as counsellors/therapists either as private practitioners or in bodies offering counselling services and psychosocial support in Greece and abroad.
    • Engage themselves in training new counsellors/therapists.
    • Supervise new counsellors/therapists.

Admission Requirements

The programme is addressed to a wide range of graduates and professionals from the Humanities, Social Studies and Health Studies who want to engage professionally in Counselling and Psychotherapy.

Required documentation:

• • Copy of University degree (issued by Greek or foreign Universities in the aforementioned subject areas)
    
  • At least two years professional experience in the field (desirable not compulsory)
    
  • Letters of Recommendation
    
  • Copy of Identity Card
    
  • Passport-sized photos
    
  • Copy of English language certificate (if required)
    
  • Other certificates/degrees
    
  • AMC Application Form

A personal interview complements the evaluation of the above documentation.

Candidates without a degree, but with relevant professional experience and proven knowledge of the subject matter are encouraged to apply.

Academic Staff

The academic staff of the School of Humanities consists of distinguished lecturers, holders of Masters and PhD degrees with extensive research and teaching experience at Greek and foreign Universities plus professional recognition in their field of expertise.

In their majority they also work in various settings, institutions, clinics, hospitals, schools, nurseries, NGOs, private companies, etc. as psychologists, education experts, special educators, etc. and have extensive professional experience in their field of expertise who can familiarize students with the latest methods and help them put to practice the theoretical knowledge they acquire in class.