Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology
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About this qualification
The Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology is an advanced 180-credit qualification at NQF Level 9 within the Higher Education Qualifications Sub-Framework. It is positioned in the People/Human Centred Development subfield and focuses on advanced study related to counselling psychology.
Who might consider this qualification?
People interested in advanced academic study related to counselling psychology and human-centred development might consider this qualification, subject to the institution’s admission requirements.
How this qualification may support career preparation
This qualification may support further study or career development in areas related to counselling psychology. It does not guarantee employment, professional registration, appointment or entry into a particular career; any additional legal, professional or registration requirements should be checked separately.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Counselling-related communication
- Psychology-focused analysis
- Understanding of human-centred development
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology
- SAQA ID
- 111633
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 9
- Minimum credits
- 180
- Field
- 7
- Subfield
- People/Human Centred Development
- Originator
- Nelson Mandela University
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2024-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status, as a registration-end date of 30 June 2024 is recorded.
- Confirm that the provider is currently authorised to offer the qualification and that the specific delivery site or mode is covered.
- Check the institution’s current admission requirements before applying.
- Ask the provider about any assessment, research, practical or workplace requirements that apply.
- Confirm whether completion supports the professional or registration pathway you are considering, and check the requirements of the relevant professional body where applicable.