Addiction affects all areas of our society at all levels and its effects on individuals, families and society in general can be devastating. Career opportunities in this area has grown in Ireland in the last few years. Trained professionals are required as part of the National Strategy to help improve addiction services and support those who are striving towards recovery. The decision by Government to proceed with statutory regulation of counselling and psychotherapy will also enhance future employment prospects for graduates. The B.A in Counselling Skills & Addiction Studies meets the new national standards for Counselling and Psychotherapy.The programme is validated by Quality and Qualification Ireland (QQI) at level 7 on the National Framework of Qualifications.
Students considering doing the B.A in Counselling Skills and Addiction Studies can take this course on either a full-time or part-time basis. The course will commence in September . The course is delivered over 3 years and each year has two twelve week semesters, September to December and January to April.
Further Information:
B.A in Counselling Skills & Addiction Studies-Irish College of Humanities & Applied Sciences
