Program Overview
The MA in Guidance Counselling and Lifespan Development is a two-year professional, part-time program offered by the University of Limerick. The program is designed to qualify practicing teachers and other professionals to become professionally qualified Guidance Counsellors competent to practice in a range of settings. The curriculum is underpinned by an andragogical approach that aims to develop graduates who are knowledgeable, self-directed, articulate, collaborative, reflective and ethically aware of professional standards in guidance counselling.
Entry Requirements:
Candidates for this initial qualification in guidance counselling shall be required to possess either of the following: A Degree in Education at 2.2 or above from a concurrent undergraduate programme, or a Higher Diploma/Masters in Education, or an approved equivalent professional teaching qualification OR An Honours Degree at 2.2 or above in a cognate discipline such as psychology, social and community work, human resources and health sciences. Consideration will also be given to candidates in line with UL's Policy for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). Where candidates are non-native English language speakers, they must also satisfy the English Language Requirements of UL. As the number of places on the programme is limited the selection process is competitive and will include short listing prior to an interview.
