Therapeutic Interventions for Alcohol & Other Drugs - Letterkenny

This programme aims to provide those working in the areas of nursing, health and social care with the skills and knowledge necessary to effectively deal with drugs and alcohol issues. The programme plays a key role in empowering a workforce to respond to and provide systemic alcohol and other drug interventions within a four-tier model of treatment and care.



Who should apply?

This programme is suitable for those working in the areas of nursing, health and social care seeking the knowledge to effectively deal with drugs and alcohol issues.

What will I study?

Postgraduate Diploma:

Advanced Research Methods

Theoretical Foundations in Alcohol & Other Drugs

Alcohol & Other Drug Use: Interventions Practice & Skills 1

Children & Families: Hidden Harm

Alcohol Drugs and mental Health: Recovery Approaches

Alcohol and Other Drugs Use: Interventions Practice & Skills 2



Master of Science:

Research Dissertation

The minimum entry requirements are a Level 8 Honours degree in a relevant discipline such as Health and Social Care, Nursing, Social Work, Youth Work, Psychology, Medicine etc. Applicants may be required to undertake an interview. Applicants who do not hold the above entry requirements may be considered using the ATU RPL process.

Flexible learning courses are popular, and they fill on a first come, first served basis. There are two major intake periods throughout the academic year, September and January.



For January start courses, applications typically open in October, and for September start courses, applications typically open in February. Closing dates for applications are listed on the individual course webpage.

1 year full-time or 2 years part-time blended delivery.



Study Hours

Part-time: 3 lecture days per module. 13 hours self directed learning weekly. Full-time: 4 lecture hours per module weekly. 13 hours self directed learning weekly.



On-Campus Attendance

Each academic year requires attendance for 6 Fridays per semester. Students are also required to complete additional blended learning activities via the Virtual Learning Environment.

Progression Pathways

Many of our Masters programmes are structured in a way that includes recognised entry and exit awards. This means that you can apply for part of Masters first and learn at your own pace or if you are unable to complete the full programme, you can still gain a recognised qualification. Our entry and exit awards typically include Postgraduate Certificate award and a Postgraduate Diploma award.