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Courses
Upon completing one of our Diplomas students are fully equipped, in terms of qualifications and ability, to enter into private practice or work in an agency context. In addition, they are encouraged to remain members of BCPC beyond graduation so as to participate in our wider community. This includes a programme of events and workshops / CPD, a members’ association (BCPCA), annual conference, and peer support groups. The community also benefits from the BCPC Referral Service, which helps members in private practice to find clients (and vice versa).
PROGRAMMES WE OFFER
Download the new BCPC Prospectus here . For detailed information on course dates and fees download the Course Information Sheet here.
APL Link with Bath Spa University
Please note BCPC has an APL Link with Bath Spa University. This means BCPC Graduates may approach Bath Spa University to study for an MA in Counselling Practice. The BCPC Counselling Diploma carries 90 credits towards this.
Listening Skills
A 30 hour introductory course. More details.
Foundation Certificate
A one year, part time course designed to support professionals involved in people-related work by providing counselling skills and opportunities for personal development. The Certificate is our preferred route into the professional trainings in Counselling and Psychotherapy. More details
Diploma in Humanistic and Integrative Counselling
A two year, taught, part time course, unique among BACP accredited programmes, in that it prepares candidates for both private practice and agency work. More details.
Diploma / MA in Humanistic and Integrative Psychotherapy
A part time professional training. Successful candidates are automatically registered with the United Kingdom Council of Psychotherapists (UKCP). Those students who choose to register for the MA are assessed and awarded the degree by Middlesex University. More details.
Core Study Courses
These courses form part of the Psychotherapy Diploma requirements, and are also open to the public. More details.
Post Qualifying MA (PQMA)
The PQMA allows qualified psychotherapy practitioners to attain an MA from Middlesex University. This course is open to all qualified practitioners. For more details contact Tree Staunton, MA Programme Leader, on tstaunton@bcpc.org.uk.
If you have further questions about our training, or queries related to entry requirements, please contact Tree Staunton, Director of Studies, using tstaunton@bcpc.org.uk.