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Counselling & Psychotherapy Course
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Price
£19 inc VAT
Study method
Online
Duration
22 hours · Self-paced
Qualification
No formal qualification
CPD
22 CPD hours / points
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  • Tutor is available to students
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Overview

This online Counselling & Psychotherapy course has been designed to help students understand how to work in the field of counselling and psychotherapy.

CPD

22 CPD hours / points
Accredited by The CPD Certification Service

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Description

Course Description

The online Counselling & Psychotherapy Course will teach learners with essential knowledge and skills required to effectively work in the field of counselling and psychotherapy.

Course Syllabus

The Counselling & Psychotherapy Course is split into the following modules:

  • Introduction to Counselling & Psychotherapy
  • Essential Counselling and Psychotherapy Skills
  • Different Types of Counselling
  • Reasons for Seeking Treatment
  • Abuse and Trauma
  • Recovery and Mental Attitudes
  • Client Lifestyles
  • Treating Mental Health Conditions
  • Crisis Mediation
  • Working as a Psychotherapist
  • Administration and Documentation
  • Final Assessment

Assessment

To assess the learners ability and knowledge to effective understand the topics contained within the Counselling & Psychotherapy Course, the course features a number of end of module interactive quiz questions.

Additionally, at the end of the course learners will also take an online multiple choice assessment test. This online multiple choice test is marked automatically so you will receive an instant grade and know whether you have passed the course.

Certificate

On successful completion of this Counselling & Psychotherapy Course learners will receive a CPD Certificate of Achievement award.

This certificate will be produced in PDF format, hard copies of the certificate will be available at an additional fee of £9.99.

Course Format

This course is delivered online through eLearning. Learners of the course will receive instant access to our interactive student learning portal, which offers 24/7 access to the Counselling & Psychotherapy Course.

Course Duration

The online Counselling & Psychotherapy Course requires 22 hours to complete the course in full. This is only a guide to the learning hours required and it depends on how quickly an individual can absorb the information. The learning is online so it can be spread out over multiple sessions or done in one session.

Learners will have access to this course for up to 12 months from the date of joining. There is no time limit to complete the course during this period.

Tutor Support

When you are studying a course it is always useful to know that you have the help and support of tutors that want you to succeed in your studies.

As part of the Counselling & Psychotherapy Course you will receive access to our dedicated tutor support service. The academic tutors will be able to provide you with unlimited online email support to help answer any questions that you may have whilst you are studying the course.

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Joan Tilston asked:

How long does a student get access to this course please?

Answer:

The Counselling & Psychotherapy Course comes with 12 months course access. You will have a full 12 months to study and complete the course, which is more than enough time.

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Rebekah asked:

Is this an accredited course?

Answer:

Hi, Thanks for getting in touch. The Counselling and Psychotherapy course is CPD Accredited and is recognised as professional development training by employers across the UK. Once you have successfully completed your course you will receive your CPD Accredited Level 3 Certificate in Counselling and Psychotherapy. I hope this helps and if there is anything else, please feel free to get back in touch. Regards, Helpdesk

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Claire asked:

Hi I've got up to my level 3 in counselling but not done in years.. Is this a good course to get back into it?

Answer:

This would be a perfect start back into the field of counselling. You may find that you already know some topics and this should help with your progression throughout the course.

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Rebecca asked:

Do I need any other qualifications to do this course?

Answer:

There are no additional requirements to study this course. All we advise is a keen interest in the topic area and device with internet access, such as a laptop, tablet etc. Thanks!

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iram asked:

What kind of jobs can you get into with this qualification?

Answer:

This course is CPD Accredited and is recognised by employers across the UK. Though the course itself does not guarantee one particular job, many of our learners use this course and certificate to support job applications and will help get them into their field.

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Emma Brown asked:

Can I get a job as a counsellor once I have completed this course will the qualification be recognised throughout the UK.

Answer:

Hi, This course is CPD Accredited which is training related to professional development and is recognised by employers across the UK. Different to a formal qualification. The course itself will not guarantee one particular job. Instead, many of our learners use this course and certificate to support job applications. Once you have registered onto your course, our team receive your order then send over your login details to get started right away.

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Miriam asked:

hello. Do you provide additional follow up course after the completion of this course ? Do i need to have level 2 to get started please ?Thank you .

Answer:

Hi, you can certainly start straight onto the level 3, as all the topics are introduced and explained from beginner and will progress up to the level 3 as the course continues. Once you have successfully completed your course you will have access to the course for the remaining time of your 12 month membership and the ability to extend if required, so you can come back to the learning materials.

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Sean asked:

Having Completed Level 3 In Counselling and Psychotherapy would I Professionally be equipped to Support My Colleagues at workand the Public.

Answer:

This course is CPD Accredited which is training related to professional development and is recognised by schools and employers across the UK. This is not equivalent to a formal qualification. Instead this course will introduce you into the field teaching practical skills that you could then use to support your CV and job applications.

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Greg asked:

Are your courses recognised by the BACP?

Answer:

This course is CPD Accredited which is training related to professional development and is recognised by schools and employers across the UK. Many of our learners use this course and certificate to support job applications as well as helping them move into further training required by their employer.

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linda asked:

hi , can i practice as a Counsellor at this level ?

Answer:

This course is CPD Accredited which is training related to professional development and is recognised by schools and employers across the UK. While the course alone does not guarantee a particular job, many of our learners use this course and certificate to support job applications as well as helping them move into further training required by their employer.

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David asked:

What financial or employment prerequisite are there or can anyone purchase this course

Answer:

There are no requirements to taking this course as all topics are introduced from level 1 information and will progress up to the level 3. As soon as you register on the Reed website, our team will receive your details and get your details sent over to you to get started right away. Hope this helps. Thanks!

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Corinne asked:

You have standardised responses that do NOT answer my question. Would this course enable me to be a self employed counsellor

Answer:

To be a self employed counsellor is a varied role; for example to work under the NHS as a counsellor one would certainly require different qualifications, whereas if you wanted to practice independently, this can be done although you may not be entitled to the different registration bodies that many clients might look for. Also, there are different insurances that may be required of you also. As mentioned before, this course is helps those who want to add to their professional portfolio.

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Julie asked:

Who is the course accredited with? Is it the BACP - the professional association for members of the counselling professions in the UK?

Answer:

This course is CPD Accredited which is training related to professional development and is recognised by schools and employers across the UK. This is not equivalent to a formal qualification. Instead this course will introduce you into the field teaching practical skills that you could then use to support your CV and job applications.

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Samira asked:

After completing course, can i move on to any university in the UK with some exemption? How will be awarded for the course?

Answer:

This course is CPD Accredited and so will not include any credits for exemption for university. Instead many of our learners use this course and certificate to support their CV and applications to help move them on into further training. Thanks

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ARIANE asked:

What about if I need to rehearse later. Do we loose access once the 12 months are over?'can we download the study material? Thanks

Answer:

You will have 12 months unlimited access to your course; after this time you will then have the option to extend your course for a further 12 months for £9.99. hope this helps. thanks

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Paula asked:

Will this course enable me to gain access to a level 5 Diploma in Counselling at a college please?

Answer:

This course is CPD Accredited which is training related to professional development and is recognised by schools and employers across the UK. Many of our learners use this course and certificate to support job applications as well as helping them move into further training required by their employer.

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Eleri asked:

I notice that your free courses are only available in England. Is this course available throughout the U.K.?

Answer:

Hi, we do not have any courses for free. The price you see in the course page is a one off and will include everything you need to successfully complete your course and receive your certificate. Many thanks

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Hans asked:

does this course need an entry level, and is it for certain nationals only ,could this course and the certificate get you into a counselling career?

Answer:

The course will help support job applications as well as helping them move into further training required by their employer. So although will not guarantee one particular job or career path, it will certainly help progress you forward into this field.

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Elcin Anastasiou asked:

Hi There, I work with Deaf people and I communicate with them using British Sign Language. This would be a good help for the deaf community.

Answer:

The Counselling and Psychotherapy course is based on counselling practices and working with clients in a counselling session. If this is what you do and feel this might help then great. If not we also have a BSL Course which should be more useful to you. This can be found on Reed also. Thanks

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hilary asked:

I am considering a career change into counselling and wondered if this was the right introductory course please? What experience/skills are necessary

Answer:

This is a great choice for those wanting to get into the field as all topics will be introduced and explored to ensure a good understanding of the topic. There are no requirements to start the course as it is suited to those with little to no experience in the field, and/or those already in the field and just want to refresh their skills. Once you have registered onto your course, our team receive your order then send over your login details to get started right away. Thanks!

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Sonia asked:

My question is. Ive done a couple of training courses both counselling related. The last one 3 years ago. F.A.S.T........do think this course is 4 me?

Answer:

Absolutely! The course is aimed at those preparing to work in counselling, as well as those wanting to update and refresh their counselling skills. Great course that should be suitable to what you're looking for.

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Fiona asked:

Hi can I do this course with no previous counselling experience? I am in thr middle of doing a degree with open University? Thanks

Answer:

Yes sure! The course is aimed at those wanting to get into the field as will introduce all topics from an introductory point of view and progress up to the level 3. Hope this helps!

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asked:

What can I do with the accredited certificate once I complete the course.

Answer:

This course is CPD Accredited which is training related to professional development and is recognised by schools and employers across the UK. Many of our learners use this course and certificate to support job applications as well as helping them move into further training required by their employer. Hope this helps.

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DAVID asked:

Will this course allow me to work in counselling ?

Answer:

The course covers the theory aspects to counselling . Upon completion you will receive a CPD Certificate as proof of your studies. You can add the certificate to your CV and use this to help apply for jobs, work experience or further studies. So this course is a great stepping stone for a career in counselling.

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Study method describes the format in which the course will be delivered. At Reed Courses, courses are delivered in a number of ways, including online courses, where the course content can be accessed online remotely, and classroom courses, where courses are delivered in person at a classroom venue.

CPD stands for Continuing Professional Development. If you work in certain professions or for certain companies, your employer may require you to complete a number of CPD hours or points, per year. You can find a range of CPD courses on Reed Courses, many of which can be completed online.

A regulated qualification is delivered by a learning institution which is regulated by a government body. In England, the government body which regulates courses is Ofqual. Ofqual regulated qualifications sit on the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF), which can help students understand how different qualifications in different fields compare to each other. The framework also helps students to understand what qualifications they need to progress towards a higher learning goal, such as a university degree or equivalent higher education award.

An endorsed course is a skills based course which has been checked over and approved by an independent awarding body. Endorsed courses are not regulated so do not result in a qualification - however, the student can usually purchase a certificate showing the awarding body's logo if they wish. Certain awarding bodies - such as Quality Licence Scheme and TQUK - have developed endorsement schemes as a way to help students select the best skills based courses for them.
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