Psychoanalysis Certificate Program
2025-2026 Academic Year
The GCAS Certificate in Psychoanalysis offers an intensive, interdisciplinary journey into the theory and clinical practice of psychoanalysis, rooted in the traditions of Freud, Lacan, and contemporary critical thought. Designed for researchers, clinicians, educators, and those seeking deeper insight into the unconscious structures shaping subjectivity and society, this program bridges classical psychoanalytic concepts with current philosophical, political, and cultural debates. Participants engage in live seminars, peer dialogue, and mentoring with leading analysts and theorists, all within a flexible, globally accessible learning environment. At GCAS, we treat psychoanalysis not just as a therapeutic technique, but as a radical method of truth-seeking and transformation.
Requirements
To successfully complete this program you must:
Attend 4 courses (you may choose which 4 out of all the courses we offer). You may take as many courses a you wish. You do not need to complete any assignments.
Take a final examination. The exam consists of a three hour writing reflection on (a) your research and clinical practice-should it apply; (b) and how your research was enhanced whilst taking courses in this program. You can schedule the exam once you complete your 4 required courses. Schedule at via email @ <emily.fagan@gcas.ie>.
You may, should you choose, publish your exam via a GCAS publishing platform
Description:
This programme familiarizes participants and researchers with basic and advanced critical knowledge of psychoanalysis by some of the world’s leading psychoanalysts. It is a certificate designed for:
professional mental health care workers who seek to expand their practice techniques
academics who seek to advance their critical research findings
the general public interested in the subject
Intended Learning Outcomes:
Enhancement of critical thinking and communication skills for professional advancement.
Basic and advanced knowledge of psychoanalysis in the Freudian, Lacanian, and Existentialist traditions (including the Slovenian, French, and North American orientations).
Once you enroll into the program you will receive access to the GCAS Canvas platform in which you may access the course materials, syllabi, videos etc. You will attend courses via the GCAS Zoom platform.