Counselling Children and Young People MSc at University of Northampton

This master's degree promotes an advanced level of knowledge and understanding to underpin counselling practice with children and young people. You'll combine theoretical study with the development of practical therapeutic skills.

Faculty: Faculty of Health, Sport and Behavioural Sciences  |  Department: Sociology, Psychology and Counselling  |  Duration: 2 years part time  |  Study mode: part-time  |  Intake: September  |  Location: Northampton, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

This course provides you with opportunities to enhance your employability. The required skills are structured into the course to allow you to develop your self-awareness, reflect upon your practice, and benefit from the supervisory relationship. Modules include Understanding Mental Health in Children and Young People, Counselling with Children, Young People and Families, Counselling Children and Young People in Practice, Qualitative and Quantitative Research Methods, Dissertation and Research Methods, Fundamental Skills for Working with Children, Young People and Families.

Career pathways

As a professional masters programme, the child counselling MSc leads to a counselling qualification and opens you up to a range of employment possibilities. Upon completion of this course you could find employment in one of the following areas: private practice, educational and healthcare institutions, community and youth work services, third sector organisations and residential facilities.

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