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PG Dip Humanistic Counselling at York St John University

York St John University, United Kingdom

Programme overview

Develop the knowledge and skills needed to become an effective and ethical counsellor on this BACP accredited course. This Postgraduate Diploma provides professional counselling training. Once you have completed the 2 year part time PG Dip, you can study towards the MA. The PG Dip is accredited by the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP).

Faculty: School of Education, Language and Psychology  |  Duration: 2 years part time  |  Study mode: part-time  |  Intake: September 2027, September 2028  |  Location: York, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Compulsory modules include Humanistic Counselling Theory 1; Counselling Skills and Reflective Practice 1; Personal and Professional Development 1; Humanistic Counselling Theory 2; Counselling Skills and Reflective Practice 2; Personal and Professional Development 2; Research Investigation.

Career pathways

On successful completion of the PG Dip, you will be eligible to apply for membership of the BACP Register (register of psychological therapists accredited under the Professional Standards Authority accredited register programme).

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Application information

Entry requirements

2:2 honours degree or recognised professional qualification. Level 3 Certificate in Counselling Skills, or equivalent.

Domestic applicants: GBP 5,200 a year (2027/28). Tuition fee, part time; UK rate Source

Intake: September 2027, September 2028

Duration: 2 years part time

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