The BA (Hons) Counselling (Top up) programme is designed to provide an academic pathway for individuals aspiring to work within the field of the counselling professions, within private, voluntary, independent and statutory sectors.
The programme has been developed in response to continuing demand for counselling skills, training and mental health services in the region.
The award reflects contemporary applications of humanistic counselling modalities and other approaches, applicable to a range of client needs and professional settings. It equips the practitioner with the knowledge and skills recommended for best practice within a range of primary care.
The educational focus of the programme involves students building on existing knowledge and skills to enable their professional and academic development, and supports the concept of lifelong learning and continuing professional development.
Course Details - Modules
Level 6
Dissertation
Contemporary Issues in Counselling
Mindfulness in Counselling
Compassion Focused Therapy
Counselling CPD
Course Details – Assessment Method
100% Coursework, including written, discussions and presentations
Course Details – Professional Bodies
Professional Bodies are not listed for this Course.
How to Apply
26 January This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application Codes
Course code:
CN30
Institution code:
M10
Campus Name:
Shena Simon Campus
Campus code:
Points of Entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
Year 1
Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry (Year 2 and Beyond)
Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry are not listed for this Course.
International applicants
Standard Qualification Requirements
Academic requirements:
Entry at Level 6
Successfully completed a Foundation Degree/ HND in Counselling or related sector.
Or
Successfully completed a Pearson Level 5 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling or equivalent
Completed 100-hour placement within counselling setting
Good level of spoken or written English
Successful applicants will need a satisfactory current enhanced DBS
All candidates will be invited in for a formal interview and will need to complete an assessment task – skills demonstration and reflective writing activity
Recognition of prior learning (RPL) will be accepted in line with the University policy and procedures. This will mean that RPL paperwork will need to be completed and approved by an RPL panel.
Non Traditional entry
All candidates who do not meet the standard entry requirement will be invited in for an interview and will be required to complete a written essay and carry out an individual presentation, to assess their suitability for the programme.
We understand that not all applicants may have these and encourage you to contact us to discuss further options available.
Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course
Minimum Qualification Requirements
Minimum Further Information are not listed for this Course.
English language requirements
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Grade
AdditionalDetails
English Language Entry Requirement Information are not listed for this Course.
Unistats information
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Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs):
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Go onto work and study:
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Fees and funding
Additional Fee Information
All of the books required for the course are available either from the library or as e-books. However, many students choose to buy some of the core textbooks for the course and/or a laptop. You may also need to print assignments and other documents. Campus printing costs start from 5p per page. Estimated costs are £300 for a laptop and up to £60 each year for books and printing If undertaking work experience (which may be paid or unpaid) you may also need to factor in travel costs to your place of work.
BACP Membership £175 per year
Insurance £50- £100 per year
CPD attendance up to £300 per year
Digital recording device £50 (phones are not allowed).
Provider information
Ashton Old Road
Openshaw
Address3 are not listed for this Course.
Manchester
M11 2WH
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