Second-Level Master in Neuropsychology of Developmental Cognitive and Emotional Disorders

The second-level Master in Neuropsychology of Developmental Cognitive and Emotional Disorders is offered by the University of Campania Luigi Vanvitelli. It is a pathway aimed at acquiring specific skills in the diagnosis and treatment of neurodevelopmental disorders, integrating theoretical models and clinical practice, case studies and professional internships. The pathway is aimed at those who wish to deepen and update their skills, with a structure that links theoretical reflection to concrete applications in the relevant professional context.

The master lasts 15 months, is worth 60 credits, equal to 1,500 hours, and is blended: online on Microsoft Teams and in person in Caserta. The cost indicated is 3,000 euros. The internship is provided as a curricular component of the 60 credits.

The aim is specialisation in the assessment of and intervention in developmental cognitive and emotional disorders, with attention to multidisciplinarity and the management of comorbidities. The career opportunities indicated are clinical neuropsychologist, clinical psychologist, school psychology consultant and psychotherapist for children and adolescents. Upon completion, those who successfully finish the pathway obtain the qualification provided and can use the skills acquired in their own professional field or in further study. Concrete prospects nevertheless depend on each participant's starting profile and experience. Those who work should carefully assess the commitment required, in terms of weekly hours and attendance, to understand whether the programme is compatible with other professional or personal commitments.