Foundation Certificate
Personal development and a potential step towards professional training
A one year, part time course designed for individuals who are interested in personal or professional development. The Foundation course also serves as a springboard for those wanting to pursue further professional training in Counselling or Psychotherapy. This is a flexible feature, unique among BACP and UKCP accredited courses, allowing students time to explore if further training is for them.
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Cost:
£4,125 per annum (as of September 2026)*
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When:
Wednesday, Thursday or Friday
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Venue:
In-person at BCPC
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Length:
One year (September - July), one taught day per week
Questions about your application? Get in touch.
admin@bcpc.org.uk / 01225 429 720
Apply Online
This facility to apply online should only be used by applicants to the Foundation Certificate. We operate a rolling admissions process for the Foundation Certificate and therefore encourage you to apply as early as possible.
If you wish to apply for either the Psychotherapy MA/Diploma or the Counselling Diploma, please go to the relevant course information page and download an internal or external application form as applicable, ensuring that you submit your application by the deadline.
If you wish to apply to Listening Skills, please download the application form from the relevant course page.