The Propaedeutics Course is a one-year foundational academic programme (300 hours) designed for individuals who have not previously completed studies in human or medical sciences (such as psychology, medicine, nursing, social work, sociology, philosophy, theology, pedagogy, special psychopedagogy, anthropology, communication and public relations, educational sciences, cultural studies, early childhood education, pedagogy of primary and preschool education, or allied disciplines) prior to entering training in integrative psychotherapy.
Its purpose is to provide the theoretical, conceptual, and scientific grounding necessary for responsible participation in professional psychotherapy education. The course establishes psychotherapeutic literacy, familiarises participants with key conceptual frameworks, and develops the academic readiness required for advanced clinical training.
Position Within the Training Pathway
The Propaedeutics Course is not a standalone programme but is delivered alongside the Integrative Psychotherapy Training for those who require this academic foundation.
Applicants apply for the Integrative Psychotherapy Training. For participants who do not hold a prior degree in the human sciences, the first year of training includes the propaedeutic curriculum, ensuring that all trainees reach a comparable level of academic preparation before progressing further into specialised psychotherapy studies.
This structure allows equal access to training while maintaining academic and professional standards.
Course Format
The programme is delivered through weekly 4-hour modules, scheduled on weekday evenings (Monday–Friday), enabling participation alongside professional or academic commitments. The structure supports gradual assimilation of knowledge and progressive integration of theoretical material.
Educational Objectives
The course aims to:
· Develop foundational knowledge in psychology and mental health sciences
· Introduce major theoretical paradigms relevant to psychotherapy
· Strengthen academic study skills and conceptual integration
· Provide essential orientation in clinical and medical terminology
· Prepare participants for the academic and professional demands of psychotherapy training
Areas of Study
The curriculum includes the following core domains:
1. History of Psychotherapy
2. Developmental Psychology
3. General Psychology
4. Psychoanalytic Concepts
5. Cognitive and Behavioural Concepts
6. Systemic Concepts
7. Group Therapy Concepts
8. Expressive Therapies Concepts
9. Introduction to Medical Terminology
10. Psychiatry
11. Child Psychiatry
12. Pharmacology
13. Research Methods
14. Statistics
These subject areas ensure a broad, interdisciplinary foundation, preparing participants to understand psychological functioning from biological, developmental, relational, and theoretical perspectives.
Fees
The fee is €43 per 4-hour module.
Registration
To register, please request the registration form by email at: [email protected]
Completed and signed forms should be submitted via email.
For further information, please contact: 0040 744 333 362