Counselling Psychology Prof Doc
University of East LondonStratford Campus, London
Course overview
This course is particularly suited to students interested in undergoing professional counselling training that will equip them for employment as a clinician in the NHS, the voluntary sector or in private practice. Our typical applicant is someone who already has experience in working in the mental health sector and understands about working with people. We will encourage you to develop a flexible, reflective and critical approach to psychological and psychotherapeutic theory, research and practice, and will provide you with relevant experience to facilitate understanding of the different facets of work as a counselling psychologist and how this role is evolving in contemporary employment settings.
The course involves a variety of teaching methods, including lectures, seminars and workshops. You will be required to be on placement throughout your training and to have successfully completed 450 hours of one-to-one supervised clinical practice by the end of the course. Training placements are crucial to your learning and the development of your clinical competence and confidence.
Our programme has close links with a range of counselling placement providers in East London and we provide you with high levels of support and guidance in securing clinical placements that contribute to your learning and professional development.
Key highlights
- Prepares you to work as a clinician in NHS, voluntary or private settings
- 450 hours of one-to-one supervised clinical practice required
- Placements throughout training with support securing clinical positions
- Close links with counselling placement providers across East London
- Taught through lectures, seminars and workshops
- Develops a reflective, critical approach to psychotherapeutic theory and practice
Entry requirements
See full entry requirements on course page
Scholarships
Chevening Scholarships
Early Payment Discount
If you are starting your postgraduate course in academic year, you can save 5 per cent on your course fees by paying them in full.
Careers this course leads to
- Counselling psychologist
- NHS counselling psychologist
- Psychotherapist in private practice
- Mental health clinician in the voluntary sector
Cost of study
UK/Home: £12900 per year | International: £12900 per year
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of East London, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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