PGCert Counselling Supervision at University of Aberdeen

Programme overview

Our Postgraduate Certificate in Counselling Supervision is designed for qualified practitioners who are trained to diploma level (or equivalent) and are ready to extend their practice into supervision. The programme combines theory with practical learning to develop the essential skills needed to support, mentor, and guide other counselling professionals. You will build the professional skills and competence to navigate ethical and practical challenges of supervision.

Department: School of Education | Duration: 9 months | Study mode: part-time (blended learning) | Intake: September | Location: Aberdeen, Scotland, United Kingdom

Career pathways

The programme equips you with tools to supervise trainee and qualified counsellors in different client-facing environments and contexts.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Applicants need a recognised diploma in counselling, psychotherapy, and at least two years’ post-qualifying supervised counselling practice with at least 450 hours of client contact. All applications for this course require two references: one from the applicant’s existing counselling supervisor and one from a line manager or professional peer.

GBP 1,950 a year (2025/26). Tuition Fees. All Students Source

Intake: September

Duration: 9 months

Apply through the official page: https://www.abdn.ac.uk/study/postgraduate-taught/how-to-apply/

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