BA / BSc (Hons) Counselling Studies (CBT or Integrative Therapy)
| UCAS course code | BC9V (CBT) or B941 (Integrative Therapy) |
| Entry requirements | Any of: 80 UCAS points OR Access course OR Professional Standing AND Interview |
| Delivery | September and January intakes. Study full-time (3 years) or part-time (6 years). Attendance is normally for one or two days, some evening delivery. |
Is this course for you?
There are two different Counselling Studies pathways being offered:
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
- Integrative Therapy (IT)
You select your pathway in the second part of level 4.
You learn about contemporary research into counselling from within your chosen pathway and the about many theories, models and methods used in counselling, and engage in personal development with training in interpersonal skills.
Modules
| Level 4 | Level 5 | Level 6 |
| Introduction to Counselling | Personal Development and Placement | Complex Case Work |
| The Counselling Relationship | Law and Professional Issues | Mental Health |
| Professional Ethics | Research Methods | Personal Development |
| Human Growth and Development | Two modules comparing different counselling models | Specialist practice |
| Two specialist modules in CBT or IT |
Two specialist modules in CBT or IT |
Dissertation |
| Options (inc. Happiness and Well-being, Neuroscience for Counsellors, Understanding Emotions, Decision-Making) |
Options on completion
This course is a major step towards you becoming a professional counsellor or psychotherapist as it is designed to meet the professional registration requirements (please not that you will need to complete additional supervised counselling hours to gain accreditation).
You will develop specialist people and communication skills during this course which can open up other career opportunities where the ability to interact effectively and professionally with others is highly valued. You will also be able to apply for postgraduate study and professional training in counselling and related fields. More information at www.prospects.ac.uk
Step up by…
Guaranteed place on the course for students who meet the entry requirements and successfully complete any of these courses offered by the College: Access to HE in Counselling, Social Sciences, Health Science,
Health, Social Care, Early Years, Social Work; ‘A’ levels in Citizenship, Psychology, Sociology; Advance Diploma in Society, Health and Development; BTEC in Care. There is also a taster course "Is Counselling for Me?" Note: There is no requirement for prior study in counselling.
Validation
Validated by The Open University with eight commendations from the OU including an attractive innovative degree, the depth of knowledge of potential students and support for their onward progress, the enthusiasm of the students and a well thought through approach to placements.