Counselling Skills and Studies

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Assessment over the course includes weighted essays (30%), learning logs (30%) and a practical participation sheet (40%). On our taught courses, much of your time outside of class will be spent on self-directed, independent learning, including preparing for classes and following up afterwards. For advice on funding please contact Student Services or refer to guidance produced by our awarding body at http://www.

I really enjoy the way the author has set the book out, in a Q and A style, which enhances learning. By using the Web site, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agreed to be bound by the Terms and Conditions. This book will be especially useful, if not essential for students on CPCAB courses as it clearly explains the model of counselling taught in all courses. Tuition fees for students continuing on their programme in following years may be subject to annual inflationary increases. Tuition fees for students continuing on their course in following years may be subject to annual inflationary increases.

The simplification and analysis of the 3 modalities (Psychodynamic / Person Centered / CBT) was invaluable for me as I grasp these new terms and the final section looking at Study Skills will be an essential reference for me as I progress through my studies. If you don’t meet the minimum English language requirements, please contact us or see our international study skills page for more details of how we can help. We offer a psychology and counselling honours degree accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS). More recently, Traci has been involved in qualification and competence development, being committed to promoting and achieving high standards in the counselling professions. Each module is in a blended learning format and consists of ten weekly 2-hour online tutorials and individual learning tasks.

Get all the information you need about the application, admission and enrolment process at Birkbeck. We will ask straightforward questions about these approaches, for example where did they come from, and what are their similarities and differences?Prepare students to progress to professional training programmes to qualify as counsellors or psychotherapists in a range of health, social care and private settings. The third section provides clear and helpful guidance to any student on the specific study skills needed in counselling courses. It presents in an accessible and digestible way, with a pinch of humour, all the counselling approaches and main concepts with clear and useful examples and hands-on analytical questions. Part 2: Counselling Studies will help them take their understanding further by considering in detail important theories and professional issues, preparing them to work as a professional counsellor. They aim to provide the stimulus and the starting point for deeper exploration of the subject during your own personal reading.

The programme adheres to the BACP counselling skills training framework, ensuring quality and a high standard of training (BACP - British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy). We actively encourage innovative and engaging ways of teaching, to ensure our students have the best learning experience. You will also learn about the key values and concepts of different counselling theories and techniques. Enhance your professional and technical skills or extend your knowledge and understanding of a subject. If you’ve studied at Birkbeck before and successfully completed an award with us, take advantage of our Lifelong Learning Guarantee to gain a discount on the tuition fee of this course.The 4 modules can be completed over two academic years, or in one academic year by successful completion of our variant course option.