CHILDRENS THERAPY CENTRE LIMITED

Children's Therapy Centre (CTC) is Ireland's longest-established provider of specialist training in child and adolescent psychotherapy and play therapy. Based in Limerick and serving professionals across the country, CTC blends academic rigour with hands-on clinical practice to equip trainees with the confidence and competence required to work with children at every level of need.

The centre offers a comprehensive suite of programmes, from short, skill-focused courses to QQI-accredited Level 6, Level 8 and Level 9 awards, including a part-time MA in Creative Psychotherapy and Play Therapy. Additional pathways comprise a Certificate in Therapeutic Play Skills, a Principles of Art Therapy certificate, a Diploma in Creative Supervision and a range of CPD and Advanced Practitioner awards. All courses are delivered through flexible blended learning, with live online and in-person options, and are recognised by professional bodies such as IAHIP and IAPTP.

CTC's learning philosophy centres on experiential education, supportive mentorship and flexible assessment, ensuring that each trainee can progress at their own pace while gaining recognised qualifications that enhance career prospects in therapeutic play, play therapy and psychotherapy.