CPCAB LEVEL 3 – ONLINE (90 hours)
CPCAB Certificate in Counselling Studies
About the Course
You will explore primarily the Person-Centred theory to develop your understanding of skills and how the theory relates to counselling interactions and relationships. This learning is enhanced by the study of Freud, Erikson and CBT. You will be introduced to counselling supervision and will learn more about ethics and diversity.
Who is it for?
The CST-L3 Counselling Studies course is for those students who have successfully completed the Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills and wish to increase their knowledge and practice of counselling theory and skills. The Certificate in Counselling Studies is designed to give learners the underpinning knowledge and skills required for progression to practitioner training as a professional counsellor, this course leads towards the Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling however you may want to use the skills and understanding you gain in a workplace or volunteering situation.
What will I do on this course?
The course is ‘experiential’ and you will learn by working together with peers and the tutors as well as in personal reading and study.
The seven learning outcomes are:
1. Prepare to work within an ethical framework for counselling
2. Understand the counselling relationship
3. Understand difference and diversity issues to develop empathic understanding
4. Work within a user-centred approach to counselling
5. Use counselling theory to develop self-awareness in counselling practice
6. Understand theories of counselling and mental health
7. Use feedback, reflection and supervision to support counselling studies
How is the course assessed?
Students will experience a variety of assessment methods designed to support your experience on the course. These include learning reviews, presentations, case study, personal reflection, practical skills assessments and an externally marked assessment paper.
Entry requirements
Certificate in Counselling Skills.
Application and individual interview on Zoom.
Key Facts
Level 3 Online – 90 hours
STUDY DAY / TIMES: Wednesday | TBA
TUTORS: TBA
DURATION: 17 weeks starting 7 February 2024 to 3 July 2024
CPCAB EXTERNAL ASSESSMENT: 3 July 2024 for one week
FEE: £969 (includes £189 CPCAB registration fee)
EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT FEE: £930 (includes £189 CPCAB registration fee)
Level 3 Fast Track Online – 90 hours
TUTORS: Nathalie Clark & tba
STUDY DAYS: 17 Tuesdays 9am to 3pm
DATES: 13th February 2024 to 2nd July 2024 term time only
CPCAB EXTERNAL ASSESSMENT: Date TBA
FEE: £979 inclusive of CPCAB registration fee
PAYMENTS: Non-refundable deposit of £300 followed by 5 consecutive payments of £113.20
TERM BREAKS: 28th October to 3rd November 2024. 17th February to 23rd February 2025. 26th May to 31st May 2025
CHRISTMAS: 23rd December 2024 to 5th January 2025
EASTER: 7th April to 21st April 2025
Progression
The course achieves 20 learning Credits and is entered on the Qualifications and Credit Framework (QCF).
Progression route can be to a Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling.
BOOK THIS COURSE
Please complete the Level 3 Online Application Form – click here
We will sent confirmation that we have received your application within 48 hours. Please note that interviews will take place online.
If you require further assistance please contact Cara Counselling Training Online on 07846 601 228 or email info@caracounsellingtrainingonline.co.uk.
