Course code: CSAP100P
Subject area: Counselling
Study level: Part Time
Course level: 4
Course time:
09:00 - 16:30
Days of week:
Thursday
Course date:
12th Sept 2024 - 8th Jun 2026
Course location:
Abingdon CampusThe tutors are themselves working counsellor practitioners who have a passion to maintain the standards of the profession and encourage the best qualities within their students. Students will develop supportive peer relationships, as group work is a key element of the training. In addition to taught sessions and assignments, students will keep weekly journals, reflecting on their progress and experiences.
As a Level 4 course, the course is equivalent to the first year of university study. In addition to attendance at College, students must be prepared to undertake:-
• Attendance at two Saturday workshops
• At least three to six hours of independent study per week.
• Personal counselling.
• Client work.
• Supervision.
• Students are expected to become student members of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP).
This qualification leads to counselling employment in an Agency setting. It does not qualify students for private practice, for which Level 5 study is required. The qualification could also provide professional development or lead to employment for those working in a related field.
This course is validated by the CPCAB (Counselling and Psychotherapy Central Awarding Body). CPCAB is an organisational member of the European Association for Counselling and their qualifications are internationally available. For more information, the CPCAB website can be accessed on www.cpcab.co.uk.
• Working ethically, safely and professionally as a counsellor
• Working within a counselling relationship
• Working with client diversity in counselling work
• Working within a user-centred approach to counselling
• Working with self-awareness in the counselling process
• Working within a coherent framework of counselling theory and skills
• Working self-reflectively as a counsellor.
There is a minimum expectation of three to six hours per week set for the time spent completing homework tasks and independent study. This is likely to fluctuate at key points during the course, such as before the exam and when working on assignments.
To achieve the Level four qualification, learners must be assessed as proficient in all mandatory units and must be assessed as proficient in both internal and external assessments.
The course has two formal assessment elements and candidates need to be proficient in both to pass the course:
• External Structure Case Review exam
• Portfolio of evidence, which will involve a variety of documents including assignments, reviews of your learning and feedback
The expectation from CPCAB is that learners have a minimum of 80-85% attendance and it is essential learners are able to attend the first session.
Unit 1 - Working ethically, safely and professionally as a counsellor.
Unit 2 - Working within a counselling relationship.
Unit 3 - Working with client diversity in counselling work.
Unit 4 - Working within a user-centred approach to counselling.
Unit 5 - Working with self-awareness in the counselling process.
Unit 6 - Working within a coherent framework of counselling theory and skills.
Unit 7 - Working self-reflectively as a counsellor.
*This qualification is not suitable for those who are currently in a state of severe emotional difficulty and/or severe psychological distress. **The nature of this course involves experiential elements that will involve some personal disclosure and associated personal developmental activities.
Disclaimer: Please note that if an applicant has experienced a significant life event in the last 12 months the college has the right to refuse the application and will recommend deferring due to the demands of the course. This can be discussed at interview.
All applicants will be invited to a group interview day during which the entry criteria, above, will be checked, and a number of activities will take place, including a writing activity. Your place on the course will be confirmed following the interview day.
As part of your course, we may organise trips to assist you with your learning. Trips are optional, and you will not be penalised if you choose not to participate. Bursaries may also be available to cover the cost of some trips.Your course fee includes candidate registration with CPCAB and your first attempt at the external assessments. If a re-sit of an external assessment is required, you will be responsible for meeting the cost of the re-sit at the rate charged by the CPCAB at the time. The course fee covers the cost of the course for the advertised course dates. In very exceptional circumstances CPCAB may approve an extension of your completion date. In this instance, the College reserves the right to charge an additional fee to cover the costs of that extension. The amount of this fee will be stated in your course handbook
There are bursaries available to help you with other course costs. Call 01235 216 212 for more information.
As part of your course we may organise trips to assist you with your learning. Trips are optional, and you will not be penalised if you choose not to participate.
There are bursaries available to help you with other course costs. Call 01235 216 212 for more information.
The rules on fee reduction are complicated and we would encourage you to talk to our Admissio
19+ Fee:
Tuition Fee: £5,400.00
Exam Fee: £0.00
Total Cost: £5,400.00
Assessment is in accordance with CPCAB guidelines and includes a portfolio and successful completion of an external assessment. Students are required to complete a weekly reflective journal. Portfolios typically include a range of evidence including reflective journals, skills practice feedback from tutors and peers, course assignments and Agency reports.
Students should expect to spend at least three to six hours per week on College work in addition to the time in College.