Unlock Your Potential: Join ICPS’s Live-Online Certificate in Counselling & Psychotherapy (Jan 2026 Intake)

Caroline Crotty
Oct 19
2 min read

If you're considering counselling or psychotherapy as a profession, or want to explore it before fully committing, this certificate gives you a recognised, accredited, and supported way in. Enquiries: enquiries@icps.ie | 043 33 62041

A Recognised Stepping Stone

This certificate is a beneficial entry point for degree programmes. It’s more than an introduction - it’s a structured launchpad into the profession.

Flexible Yet Rigorous Format

Delivered live online via Zoom

Nine Saturdays (9:30 am – 5:30 pm)

72 contact hours + 128 hours of independent learning

Fully live and interactive - no pre-recorded lectures

This structure allows for engagement while still balancing work, family or other commitments.

Strong Professional Credibility

Accredited by the CPD Standards Office & Professional Development Consortium

Awards 200 CPD points

Delivered by senior psychotherapy, nursing and psychoanalytic practitioners

Practical, Applied Learning

You won’t only learn theory, you’ll develop real skills through:

Formative and summative assessments

Reflective exercises

Skills practice and self-awareness work

These elements help you find your own style as a developing practitioner.

A Supportive Learning Community

Despite being virtual, the programme fosters a strong sense of connection and peer support. Discussions, breakout groups and mentorship ensure you’re not learning alone.

Who Is This Certificate For?

Individuals exploring counselling or psychotherapy as a profession
Workers in helping professions (social care, nursing, education, support work)
Those seeking a clear pathway into an accredited degree
People changing careers later in life
Learners who prefer live-online delivery over in-person or pre-recorded models

Key Details

Start date: 10 January 2026

Delivery: Live online via Zoom

Duration: 9 Saturdays + self-directed learning

Accreditation: CPD Standards Office - 200 CPD points

Progression Route: Required step toward an Honours Degree in Counselling & Psychotherapy

How to Apply

Places are limited and early application is advised.