Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling
A two-year programme comprising approximately 60 classroom weeks, a residential weekend and a placement providing 100 client hours. Weekly classes last 5.5 hours; allow equivalent time for independent study. Activities include research, presentations, tutorials and skills practice.
- Professional practice and organisational responsibilities
- Counselling across diverse communities
- Counselling theory
- Advanced practical skills
- Practitioner self-awareness
- Research methods
Progression
Successful graduates can pursue counselling employment, specialist or postgraduate study and progression towards professional accreditation.
- English GCSE grade 4 or above
- SEG or equivalent Level 3 Counselling Skills certificate completed within three years
- Satisfactory tutor reference and interview
- DBS check dated within three months of starting
- Self-funded BACP student membership at commencement
During Study
Complete 100 placement hours, at least 20 personal counselling hours with a BACP-accredited therapist, and at least thirteen individual 90-minute supervision sessions. One supervision session is required per twelve placement hours.
Consider emotional readiness, particularly during therapy. Recovery applicants must have been clear for two years.
Enrolment
Apply, receive acknowledgement and attend a centre interview, potentially including skills and group exercises. Acceptance makes fees payable. Delivery depends on numbers; centre cancellation includes a full refund.