The Person-Centred Counselling Children and Young People Masters Degree at the University of Aberdeen is designed for qualified counsellors seeking to specialise in therapeutic work with individuals aged 4-18. This COSCA-validated postgraduate certificate course addresses the critical need for ethical and effective mental health support for young people, equipping you with specialised knowledge and skills. You will explore evidence-informed professional frameworks, child and adolescent development, and age-appropriate therapeutic interventions, preparing you to make a significant impact in a vital area of practice.
This full-time, on-campus course, completed over 18 months, integrates theoretical learning with practical application. You will engage with modules on ethical practice, child protection, safeguarding, and working with diversity, alongside undertaking a practice placement. The curriculum includes compulsory courses such as the Masters Dissertation and the Development of Professional Practice, Reflexivity and Enquiry. You will graduate with enhanced competence in working with children and young people, opening pathways to specialised roles in schools, youth services, and mental health organisations.