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CPCAB Level 3 Certificate in Counselling Studies
Course Description
The course is certificated by the Counselling and Psychotherapy
Central Awarding Body (CPCAB) in line with the Qualifications and
Credit Framework.
The course runs for a full academic year, one 3 hour session per
week. Class time is made up of small and large group discussions,
simulated group training supervision and tutor input.
Weekly sessions in class will cover the further development of
counselling skills; introduce students to a number of counselling
theories and models; the development of professional and ethical
awareness the development of awareness of group supervision;
practical skills development in role play.
Course Structure
The course will concentrate on developing students understanding
of counselling theory and professional ethics by following seven
units of study which are based on the process in the CPCAB
model:
- The professional framework of the counsellor.
- The counselling relationship.
- Client diversity.
- The service user-centred approach.
- Personal awareness in counselling.
- Counselling concepts and skills.
- Supervision and self-reflection.
Each unit has a learning outcome and assessment criteria which
needs to be met in order for candidates to successfully complete
the course.
To evidence learning and the criteria, students are required to
produce a weekly journal; at least one self-review; an audio tape
of skills practice plus a written evaluation; a 10 minute
presentation to the class following a visit to Counselling Service
or Agency and a written evaluation; they will need to give and
receive feedback on skills practice sessions and to complete an
External Assessment set by the exam board.
To pass the course both portfolio work and the External
Assessment need to be marked as ‘proficient’
Entry Requirements
Students will need the CPCAB Certificate in Counselling Skills
Level 2, or equivalent. Students need to be aware of the written
assessment element of the course and be at least 18 years of
age.
Course Progression Routes
CPCAB say that successful candidates may progress on to their
Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling (TC-L4) – provided
students also have CPCAB Certificate skills Level 2.
Course Career Prospects
The course is part of the progression towards a qualification as
a professional counsellor.
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If you are unsure about your career progression please contact the Careers Team.
How to Apply
To apply for this course, click here to
download an application form. Completed forms should be
returned to Centralised Admissions, Learner Services,
Doncaster College, FREEPOST RRBE CXT2 ZTGA, The Hub, Chappell
Drive, Doncaster, DN1 2RF.
After returning the form, you will be asked to attend an
interview.
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