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Hartpury University
MSc Animal Assisted Counselling and Psychotherapy
Hartpury University

MSc Animal Assisted Counselling and Psychotherapy

HARTPURY UNIVERSITY

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Full time

Duration

1 year

Start date

SEP-26

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Qualification type

MSc - Master of Science

Subject areas

Psychotherapy Counselling Skills (General)

Course Summary

This postgraduate course has been designed for those already qualified as Psychologists and Counsellors to develop their understanding and expertise in utilising Animal Assisted Services (AAS) within their practice. The programme will provide a broad basis on the roles and responsibilities of working with animals in human mental healthcare, whilst also providing you with opportunities to focus on your specific interests within the field. Add to your existing skills as qualified mental health practitioners with in-depth theoretical knowledge and understanding of core competencies and best practices in Animal Assisted Services (AAS) alongside key practical application, to achieve fitness to practice. Develop skills in critical analysis, synthesis and evaluation, and apply these to a range of topics in animal assisted counselling and psychotherapy, allowing you to navigate the complex interface between practice, ethics, legality, and research incorporated within a One Health, One Welfare approach. You'll apply critical skills to solve complex problems, develop ideas and evaluate current practices of working with animals within human mental healthcare, and the vital role they share in influencing and optimising the professionalism and best practices within the industry. Most importantly, you'll develop theoretical knowledge, alongside observational, assessment, and practical skills to provide animals with lifelong care and training, to protect the welfare of animals included in AAS.

Tuition fees

UK fees
Course fees for UK students

For this course (per year)

£16,500

International fees
Course fees for EU and international students

For this course (per year)

£20,625

Entry requirements

2:1 honours degree in a relevant subject. Students with 2:2 and relevant experience will be considered on a case by case basis.All students must have at least BACP level 5 or BPS accredited, Clinical Psychology, or Mental Health Counselling, or Psychotherapy Qualifications or equivalent professional qualifications for international applicants. In addition to these Counselling and Psychotherapy qualifications, all applicants must demonstrate that they have had at least 1 year of experience, which included clinical/professional supervision, after completion of their qualifications.

University information

Hartpury University-Overview
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Based in Gloucestershire, in the heart of England’s countryside, Hartpury University is a specialist provider of agriculture, animal, business, equine, sport, and veterinary education. Across these specialised fields, the university offers both taught and applied research degrees at master’s level, as well as a range of PhDs. Hartpury’s campus is situated within 360 hectares of rural grounds and offers its 4,600-strong student body an array...more

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