BA (Hons) Counselling and Mental Health at York St John University

This course is your chance to help people make positive personal change in a range of circumstances. You can make a real difference to people's lives. Develop the knowledge and awareness you need to help people in different situations. With placements every year and weekly skills practice, you will learn how to apply your knowledge and skills in professional settings. We have been teaching counselling for over 30 years. We are ready to share our expertise with you and help you grow as a person.

Faculty: School of Education, Language and Psychology  |  Duration: 3 years full time  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: September 2027, September 2028  |  Location: York, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Compulsory modules include Humanistic Philosophy and Theories; Relational Skills in Counselling; Working in the Helping Professions; Working within Diversity; Introduction to Counselling Skills; Academic and Research Skills; Relational Skills in the Community; Perspectives on Mental Health.

Career pathways

This course will prepare you for a career in counselling. You will develop empathy and the ability to think under pressure. Example roles include Counsellor; Careers adviser; Family support worker; Life coach; Youth worker.

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