Guidance Counselling Dublin City University

Overview

This part-time  Guidance Counselling course offered at Dublin City University will equip you with the skills and knowledge to pursue a career as a guidance counsellor

Key Facts

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 opportunities

Students 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 teaching qualification.

The course attracts students from various professional backgrounds, so you’ll benefit from diverse perspectives and group discussions. Graduates are currently employed in various roles in secondary schools, third level career services, adult guidance, youth and community work, employee welfare, rehabilitation services and private practices.