Overall learning outcomes:

KNOWLEDGE

Students shall be able to fully understand the history and roots of gestalt therapy and define its philosophies. Students will know the basic concepts and ideas underlying the Gestalt psychotherapy theory and practice, particularly those of: human organism and environment; basic gestalt therapy techniques; the process of diagnosis; ethical principles; basic psychopathology and different psychotherapeutic techniques.

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SKILLS

Students shall be able to:

a) at a basic level, apply the acquired knowledge in different and specific contexts;

b) communicate with other colleagues, experts and clients using basic Gestalt psychotherapy ideas, concepts and terminology, including communicating with professionals who use different psychotherapeutic approaches;

c) refine their skills by being in the experiential role of student/client in therapy, a process which is basic to their self-development, growth and reflexivity;

d) use one’s own judgement and make decisions in different theoretical and practical situations with clients and colleagues;

e) evaluate one’s own learning in order to undertake further studies.

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COMPETENCES

Students shall be able to use the Gestalt psychotherapy perspective to:

a) conduct basic assessment of the psychological state of the individual;

b) ensure quality and ethical therapeutic relationships;

c) critically reflect on the interventions observed or carried out; and

d) work thoroughly on personal issues and themes to promote self-awareness and growth fostering the capacity for professional development and competence.

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General pedagogical procedures:

This programme is delivered by different teaching and learning methods. The basic idea is that students can learn from their own experience through active involvement. The curriculum is presented through the following methods: lectures, presentations, discussions, role-plays, workshops, active work (including personal therapy) in the role of student-client in small groups, live demonstrations, seminars etc. Reflexive and critical thinking, creativity, active involvement/ participation, abilities of synthesis and analysis will be encouraged.

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Assessment:

EAGTI-GPTIM finds it very important that every student has the possibility to show/present his/her knowledge and what was learnt experientially. In order for this to reflect the different styles and strengths of students together with areas for further growth, a variety of methods are used including assignments, presentation and answering questions inspired by the student’s written assignment and presentation.

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General assessment procedures:

In general assessment procedures in this programme are: assignments, presentation, answering questions inspired by the student’s written assignment and presentation.

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Target group:

This programme is targeted for all persons who would like to gain personal growth and development, and the basic knowledge, skills and competences in Gestalt psychotherapy theory.

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Visa:

Third country national are advised to review the following link for VISA regulations www.identitymalta.com/unit/central-visa-unit

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Duration and mode of attendance: 2 years part-time

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Mode of delivery: Face-to-face

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Hours of learning: 1225 hours