1. Understand the complex history of the development of the psychodynamic approach as a theory and therapy.
2. Understand counselling interventions based on psychoanalytic theory.
3. Understand psychoanalysis with an emphasis on the psychoanalytic techniques used in therapy.

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• Freud, S. (1899). The Interpretation of Dreams. Standard Edition, 4-5.
• Freud, S. (1900). The Interpretation of Dreams. Standard Edition, 5-626.
• Freud, S. (1905). Three Essays on the Theory of Sexuality. Standard Edition, 7, 123-246.
• Freud, S. (1923). The Ego and the Id. Standard Edition, 19, 1-59.
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ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:

To enroll this program, learners must possess one of the criteria below:

• A Bachelor’s qualification in Majors from accredited universities;
• Or a Level 6 EQF diploma or equivalent. Level 6 Diploma must be from organizations that are authorized to issue qualifications and have been accredited.

ENGLISH REQUIREMENTS:

If a learner is not from a predominantly English-speaking country, proof of English language proficiency must be provided.

• Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) level B2 or equivalent;
• Or A minimum TOEFL score of 101 or IELTS 6.5; Reading and Writing must be at 6.5 or equivalent.

Aligned with the program's professional competency framework, students not only follow the official curriculum but also gain access to applied lectures designed to enhance their skills. These lectures enable students to build expertise, leading to a specialist certification upon successfully completing a 30-minute assessment.

After completing the Psychoanalysis and Mental Health course, students can take a test on SIMI Swiss's exclusive platform to obtain the Level 7 Certified in Psychoanalysis and Mental Health in digital format. An optional hard copy certificate is also available upon request.

LEVEL 7 CERTIFIED IN PSYCHOANALYSIS AND MENTAL HEALTH WILL HELP YOU DEMONSTRATE THE FOLLOWING COMPETENCIES:

Competency 1: Mastery of the Complex History of the Psychodynamic Approach

• Evaluate the emergence of psychoanalysis and the post-Freudian evolution of the psychodynamic approach.
• Identify the causes of distress through a psychodynamic perspective.
• Define the goals and applications of psychoanalytic therapy.

Competency 2: Application of Counselling Interventions Based on Psychoanalytic Theory

• Analyze the skills required for an effective therapist and the nuances of therapy based on psychoanalytic theory.
• Identify appropriate circumstances for implementing counseling interventions.

Competency 3: Proficiency in Psychoanalytic Techniques Used in Therapy

• Differentiate between various psychoanalytic techniques.
• Determine the appropriate use of each psychoanalytic technique in different scenarios.
• Apply psychoanalytic theory to select the most effective technique for resolving specific problems.

Students can transfer credits and tuition fees when enrolling in the Master of Psychology program at SIMI Swiss

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