Part Time HNC / HND in Integrative Counselling

Awarding Body

University of Glamorgan

UCAS code:C22, Route A , Route B

Course Content

This is a new course for 2009-10 and is a three year, part-time course, leading to a qualification in therapeutic counselling. It is a university validated course and is accredited by the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). It is designed for adult learners who wish to qualify as counsellors. It will replace the Advanced Certificate in Counselling Skills and the Professional Diploma in Counselling.

Course Features

Accredited by the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP).

Qualifies those who successfully complete the course as professional therapeutic counsellors

The college counselling programme is valued by previous students as a supportive environment for learning, well resourced and providing excellent personal development opportunities

Three year part time course plus a supervised placement in the second and third years suitable for those in work or who want to study locally

A friendly environment for adults to study in

A well resourced library/learning centre

The course is of a practical nature with assignments and activities that help develop students' abilities to counsel
Career Prospects and Progression

While there are currently not many full time jobs in counselling, the training is helpful to all who work in the helping professions or who want to increase their skills and awareness when working with others in a caring role. It is valued by employers and students, for the professional development it offers. It is an appropriate course for those who want to work solely as a professional counsellor. Former students are currently working as counsellors in the health service, education and voluntary organisations, both part-time and full-time.

Modules

Ist Year (Level 4): Personal Development 1, Counselling Theory 1, Learning Strategies & Technology, Counselling Practice and Professional Development 1. Total - 80 credits 2nd year (Level 4/Level 5 as specified): Personal Development 2 (Level 4), Counselling Theory 2 (Level 5), Counselling Practice and Professional Development 2 (Level 5). Overall total - 160 credits 3rd year (Level 5): Personal Development 3, Counselling Theory, Counselling Practice and Professional Development 3, Overall total - 240 credits

Method of Assessment

Continual assessment, and there is no examination.

Course Length

One day a week over three years. Plus a supervised placement of about three hours a week in the second and third years. Students are also asked to attend a one day course on another day of the week to their normal day on three occasions. 10 hours of personal therapy are also required. In second and third years there are away days.

Time of Delivery

Daytime

Campus

Ammanford Campus

Bilingual Provision

Students can submit assignments in Welsh

Entry Requirements

Preference is given to those who complete Coleg Sir Gar's Introducing Counselling Skills. This is the BTEC Intermediate Award. Others may gain entry but demand often makes this less likely. All will need to meet the Assessment of Readiness to Practice criteria of the college's counselling programme and BACP's entry criteria for counselling programmes. These are available on request from the Admissions department of the college.

Full-time or Part-time

Part Time