ICPS College Professional Diploma in Clinical Psychology & Mental Health Practice

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Course start date: No future date was visible in the booking snapshot checked 17 August 2026; confirm the intake at https://www.icps.ie/booking. Pricing: €595; deposit €245. Confirm live booking details before enrolling.

This course is a structured introduction to clinical-psychology thinking for professionals who need a clearer map of assessment, formulation and intervention. It sits within Clinical formulation and mental health and connects theory with organising information across predisposing, precipitating, perpetuating and protective factors, comparing diagnosis with formulation and communicating a coherent plan to clients and colleagues.

Course content and academic foundations

Module 1: assessment

This module develops a working understanding of assessment and translates it into ethical, reflective practice. Learners connect concepts to case formulation, culture and the therapeutic relationship.

Discussion considers assessment alongside boundaries, assessment, supervision and limits of competence, with emphasis on evidence-informed reasoning and humane care.

Module 2: diagnostic categories

This module develops a working understanding of diagnostic categories and translates it into ethical, reflective practice. Learners connect concepts to case formulation, culture and the therapeutic relationship.

Discussion considers diagnostic categories alongside boundaries, assessment, supervision and limits of competence, with emphasis on evidence-informed reasoning and humane care.

Module 3: limits of diagnosis

This module develops a working understanding of limits of diagnosis and translates it into ethical, reflective practice. Learners connect concepts to case formulation, culture and the therapeutic relationship.

Discussion considers limits of diagnosis alongside boundaries, assessment, supervision and limits of competence, with emphasis on evidence-informed reasoning and humane care.

Module 4: case formulation

This module develops a working understanding of case formulation and translates it into ethical, reflective practice. Learners connect concepts to case formulation, culture and the therapeutic relationship.

Discussion considers case formulation alongside boundaries, assessment, supervision and limits of competence, with emphasis on evidence-informed reasoning and humane care.

Module 5: evidence-informed intervention

This module develops a working understanding of evidence-informed intervention and translates it into ethical, reflective practice. Learners connect concepts to case formulation, culture and the therapeutic relationship.

Discussion considers evidence-informed intervention alongside boundaries, assessment, supervision and limits of competence, with emphasis on evidence-informed reasoning and humane care.

Module 6: risk

This module develops a working understanding of risk and translates it into ethical, reflective practice. Learners connect concepts to case formulation, culture and the therapeutic relationship.

Discussion considers risk alongside boundaries, assessment, supervision and limits of competence, with emphasis on evidence-informed reasoning and humane care.

Module 7: multidisciplinary communication

This module develops a working understanding of multidisciplinary communication and translates it into ethical, reflective practice. Learners connect concepts to case formulation, culture and the therapeutic relationship.

Discussion considers multidisciplinary communication alongside boundaries, assessment, supervision and limits of competence, with emphasis on evidence-informed reasoning and humane care.

Module 8: ethical practice

This module develops a working understanding of ethical practice and translates it into ethical, reflective practice. Learners connect concepts to case formulation, culture and the therapeutic relationship.

Discussion considers ethical practice alongside boundaries, assessment, supervision and limits of competence, with emphasis on evidence-informed reasoning and humane care.

Learning experience, skills and professional development

The learning experience helps participants communicate more confidently about clinical psychology and mental health practice diploma Ireland in professional settings.

Listening, collaboration and repair are treated as practical relational skills.

Structured reflection can support CPD and questions for supervision.

Review award and progression information carefully; education does not automatically grant authority to practise independently.

Who may benefit and how to use the learning

counsellors, psychotherapists, support staff and mental health professionals seeking clinically organised knowledge. It may also suit people comparing counselling courses in Ireland or seeking focused CPD.

The award title should not be confused with the protected education and professional pathways required to become a clinical psychologist. Learners must use assessment and diagnostic concepts within their existing role and competence.

Assessment, CPD and enrolment

Review the live ICPS page for dates, fees, deposits, delivery and entry requirements before booking.

Keep attendance, reading and reflective notes as an accurate CPD record.

Frequently asked questions

Who is this course for?

It is intended for counsellors, psychotherapists, support staff and mental health professionals seeking clinically organised knowledge.

What will I study?

Themes include assessment, diagnostic categories, limits of diagnosis, case formulation, evidence-informed intervention and applied practice.

Is there a current start date?

No future date was visible; use the live booking page.

What does it cost?

€595; deposit €245

Does completion authorise independent practice?

Check the current award and professional requirements.

Conclusion

This ICPS College pathway offers a focused route into clinical psychology and mental health practice diploma Ireland. Confirm live intake, price and progression details before enrolling.