Qualification : DIPLOMA IN ARTS
Award Type and NFQ level : UNDERGRADUATE DIPLOMA LEVEL 8
CAO/MU Apply code : MHA57
CAO Points :
Closing Date : 31 July 2024
The Diploma in Arts (Adult Guidance Counselling) is a professional training course for people working with adults in a guidance counselling setting, providing career information, guidance counselling and labour market services.
The emphasis of the course is on the development of the key communication, relationship and guidance skills and competencies that underpin the practice of Adult Guidance Counselling.
The course provides a critical engagement with the core concepts and ideas concerning marginalisation, exclusion and adult career development. Participants are encouraged to deepen their self-awareness and explore their career narrative and life histories.
Part-time over two years in an open learning format, incorporating e-learning material over 7x 2-day workshops, 1x 3-day workshop and a week-long summer school.
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| Subject | Required | Ordinary Level Grade | Higher Level Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Irish | No | N/A | N/A |
| English | No | N/A | N/A |
| Language | No | N/A | N/A |
| Math | No | N/A | N/A |
| Science | No | N/A | N/A |
International & EU/EFTA Entry Requirements
Mature Students
Applicants will be expected to have a minimum of two years experience working with adults in a developmental setting and be seeing a minimum 6 clients on a regular basis. Applicants should have participated in training courses or workshops in the area of guidance, counselling and self awareness; Interview with Staff in the Department
Applications online www.pac.ie using PAC code MHA57
As part of the on-line PAC application, please submit your additional questions electronically. Please also submit two academic reference and official transcripts to PAC
If you would like to discuss your application and/or to speak with a graduate of the programme please contact Maggie Noone at 01- 7083752 or email [email protected]
http://www.pac.ie/maynoothuniversity
Supplementary Question and Interview form part of the application process.
If you would like to discuss your application contact Maggie Noone at 01- 708 3752 or email [email protected]