10 ECVET/ECTS / EQF level 7 / 5th year of study – IDAP
Module Description:
The final thesis and defence represent the culmination of the educational process, enabling participants to demonstrate theoretical, research, and clinical knowledge through an integrative approach to psychotherapy with children and adolescents. Participants prepare a detailed case study, including theoretical concepts, applied diagnostic methods, development of the therapeutic process, and key turning points in therapy. The final presentation includes a video recording of a therapy session highlighting critical moments in the psychotherapeutic process, ensuring a practical demonstration of therapeutic competencies.
The module includes:
- Writing a Final Thesis (case study) – a structured case study with the integration of theoretical and clinical findings.
- Research Aspect of the Thesis – analysis of relevant literature and application of research methods in clinical psychotherapeutic practice.
- Therapeutic Process and Progress Evaluation – analysis of key changes in the client through therapeutic work.
- Video Analysis of a Therapy Session – identification and reflection on the key turning point in the therapeutic process.
- Ethical and Professional Reflection – awareness of boundaries, challenges, and ethical aspects of working with children and adolescents.
- Public Defence before the Committee – presentation of the final thesis, evaluation by the mentor and committee members, and feedback
Learning Outcomes:
Competencies
Upon completion of the module, graduates will be equipped to:
a) Independently produce and present an integrative case study.
b) Professionally analyse the therapeutic process while reflecting on key client transformations.
c) Critically integrate theory, research, and clinical practice.
Knowledge
Upon completion of the module, graduates will have acquired:
a) An in-depth understanding of the structure and methodology for writing a final thesis in psychotherapy.
b) Knowledge of the processes of clinical evaluation and supervision reflection.
c) Familiarity with ethical norms and professional standards in child and adolescent therapy.
Skills
Upon completion of the module, participants will have developed:
a) The ability for precise clinical analysis and reflection of therapeutic work.
b) The skill of presenting and arguing theoretical and clinical findings before a professional committee.
c) The competence for professional evaluation of key turning points in the therapeutic process.
Assessment of Knowledge and Competencies:
The module is assessed through:
– Writing and submitting the final paper
– Presenting the case study before a three-member committee
– Analysis of a video recording of the therapeutic process and reflection on a key moment
Total Learning Hours:
| Total study hours: 300 hours | Independent study and research: 140 hours |
| Contact hours (final exam and case study presentation): 80 hours | Writing the final thesis: 40 hours |
| Supervision and consultations: 20 hours | Evaluation and preparation for the defence: 20 hours |