PG Dip Counselling and Psychotherapy at Leeds Beckett University

Programme overview

Develop your understanding of relational theory and practice. This accredited course will enable you to become a professional counsellor or psychotherapist. This British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy (BACP) accredited course will provide you with the training to become a registered and professionally recognised counsellor.

Faculty: School of Health | Duration: 2 years part-time | Study mode: part-time | Intake: 20 Sep 2027 | Location: Leeds, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year 1 core modules: Personal & Professional Development 1, Relational Framework, Therapeutic Skills. Year 2 core modules: Personal & Professional Development 2, Becoming a Therapist, Therapeutic Process & Supervision.

Career pathways

Successful completion of this course could lead you to a range of careers in related counselling fields. This could comprise of work in youth counselling, advice and guidance, the voluntary sector, consultancy, the NHS, social work, education, and private practice.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Applicants should normally have at least a second class honours degree and have completed a face to face Postgraduate Certificate in Counselling Skills or equivalent counselling skills training. Counselling Skills training must include face-to-face counselling skills practice. Training in an allied health profession, such as coaching or social work will not be accepted as meeting this requirement. All suitable candidates will be required to attend an interview as part of the selection process. All applications should be supported by a reference, either academic or professional; All applicants should satisfy our University English language requirements. Applicants are advised to read the course information booklet before submitting their application. IELTS IELTS 6.0 with no skills below 5.5, or an equivalent qualification.

Domestic applicants: GBP 8,650 a year (2027/28). Studying part-time gives you the flexibility to learn at your own pace. Source

Intake: 20 Sep 2027

Duration: 2 years part-time

Apply through the official page: https://myapplication.leedsbeckett.ac.uk

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