Psychology Courses for Counsellors Ireland: Professional Diploma in Applied Psychology

A solid grounding in psychological theory is fundamental to professional counselling and psychotherapy practice. The Professional Diploma in Psychology for Counsellors at ICPS College provides practitioners with a comprehensive study of applied psychology, bridging academic theory and clinical application.

This programme is designed for practitioners seeking to strengthen their theoretical base, extend their conceptual vocabulary, and deepen their understanding of human behaviour, development, and mental health across the lifespan.

Programme Overview

The ten-module programme covers developmental psychology, social and cognitive psychology, personality theory, psychopathology, psychological assessment, the psychology of emotion and motivation, health psychology, and the integration of psychological theory in counselling practice. Sixty CPD credits are awarded on completion via live-online Zoom delivery.

Who Should Attend?

This diploma is appropriate for qualified counsellors and psychotherapists, social workers, nurses, occupational therapists, educational professionals, and others in helping roles who wish to formalise their psychological knowledge base or extend their competence beyond a single modality.

Related Programmes

Practitioners interested in specialist areas of applied psychology may complement this diploma with the Professional Diploma in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, the Professional Diploma in Neuroscience for Counsellors, and the Professional Diploma in Psychoanalysis and Psychodynamic Therapy.

Visit the Psychology for Counsellors course page for full details on content, accreditation, fees, and upcoming cohort dates.