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BA (Hons) Therapeutic Counselling and Psychotherapy (Top-up) at University Centre Peterborough

University Centre Peterborough, United Kingdom

Programme overview

A one-year Level 6 top-up developing person-centred and cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) counselling theory within a pluralistic framework. It progresses students from a Level 4 or Level 5 Diploma in Counselling and includes practicals linking theory and practice. Validated by The Open University (UCAS code PCCP); available full-time only.

Faculty: Counselling  |  Duration: 1 year full-time (1 full day a week over two semesters)  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: September  |  Location: Peterborough, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

PC & CBT Counselling Theory (30 credits), Working Professionally with Mental Health (30 credits), Reflective Ethical Practice (20 credits) and Research Methods (40 credits).

Career pathways

Graduates apply for CBT-focused roles in the NHS, charity and education sectors, advice and social work, private practice, or progress to a Master's programme.

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Entry requirements

A recognised Level 5 Diploma in Counselling or equivalent; or a Level 4 Counselling qualification with at least 2 years' post-qualifying experience and CPD/Level 5 study in a related subject. Interview required, with evidence of undergraduate-level writing and engagement with counselling research. Applicants will already have completed 100 placement hours.

GBP 8,500 a year. Full-time tuition fee Source

Intake: September

Duration: 1 year full-time (1 full day a week over two semesters)

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