Consulting Psychology and Psychological Therapy Approaches, Master of Arts

Distance learning program @ European Distance Learning University Hamburg 

The master's program in Counseling Psychology and Psychological Therapy Approaches at the European Distance University Hamburg prepares students to understand individual problem situations of clients, identify counseling goals, and develop, implement, and evaluate tailored counseling concepts. Students acquire communication skills and reflective competencies that help them continuously engage with their own role and actions.

At a Glance

University European Distance Learning University Hamburg, UAS based in Hamburg
The European University of Applied Sciences Hamburg is Germany's best-known private distance learning university and offers distance learning courses, especially in the field of economics. If you want to study directly in Hamburg, you can also enroll in the evening study program "Business Administration and Business Psychology" or the evening study program "Business Administration" at the Euro-FH. All study programs are FIBAA accredited.
Field of Study Social SciencesPsychology
Degree Master of Arts (M.A.)
Duration 4 Semesters
ECTS 120 Credit Points
Language of Instruction German
Course contents Foundations of Psychology, Depth Psychological and Cognitive-Behavioral Approaches, Clinical Psychology, Self-Exploration and Relaxation, Communication Skills and Reflective Practice, Quantitative and Qualitative Research Methods, Basics of Diagnostics, Humanistic and Systemic Approaches, Legal Issues, Ethics, and Quality Management in the Context of Counseling, Art and Body-Oriented Approaches, Supervision and Intervision, Practical Phase: Development and Testing of Counseling Skills, Intercultural Communication, Master's Thesis
In-person sessions Two 4-day on-site in Hamburg or digital
Location online
ZFU Approval The Central State Office for Distance Learning (ZFU) has approved the course Consulting Psychology and Psychological Therapy Approaches under the number 1122221c.
Enrollment Anytime
Fees
from 407 € monthly
from 13024 € total
More Info https://www.euro-fh.de

Admission requirements

The admission requirements for the course "Counseling Psychology and Psychological Therapy Approaches" are as follows:

  • Prospective students are requested to check the admission requirements in the study guide of the European Fernhochschule Hamburg.
  • English language skills at level B2 are required.

Details

The degree program offers two options, each of which can be completed with 120 or 60 ECTS credit points. Both options have the same goal but are aimed at different target groups. The 120-ECTS option is designed for professionals in educational, socio-educational, and social contexts who have completed a relevant bachelor's degree and aim for further academic qualification at master's level in counseling. On the other hand, the 60-ECTS option is intended for graduates of a psychology bachelor's program who wish to further their education to utilize a variety of therapeutic approaches in their counseling practice.

The program is designed to provide students with the necessary skills for qualified counseling activities, both in theoretical and practical aspects. The curriculum covers various psychological foundational and applied disciplines with the goal of preparing students for a successful and well-founded counseling professional practice.

The accreditation of the program by the Accreditation Council indicates that the intended learning outcomes align with the goals of professional qualification and personal development. The university implements various methods to promote the practical skills of the students, such as role plays in virtual meetings, submission of counseling videos, and online counseling, supplemented by qualified feedback from tutors to ensure successful completion of the program.

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