Learn how to support people through life’s most challenging moments with a programme that combines therapeutic theory, supervised practice and deep personal growth.
Get your DipHE in Therapeutic Counselling, starting this January in Peterborough.
Further your journey towards making a real difference and helping others.
Professional qualification recognised at practitioner level, with pathway to full honours degree afterwards
Make your graduation memorable with a ceremony held at Peterborough Cathedral
The supervisors and tutors I’ve had have absolutely been a godsend and it made my journey a lot easier!
The course helped provide me with a job, I am working with child victims of crime.
This DipHE in Therapeutic Counselling gives you foundational knowledge as well as the tools to expand and develop into the intricacies of counselling practice.
Build a strong foundation with an in-depth understanding of Carl Rogers’ person-centred theory. Learn core principles like empathy, unconditional positive regard and congruence. Develop practical skills to establish therapeutic relationships, actively listen and communicate empathetically through role-play and supervised sessions.
Explore human development theories and their relevance to counselling. Expand your counselling approach by integrating techniques from other modalities such as cognitive-behavioural therapy and creative therapies including art and play therapy. Widen your toolkit to support diverse client needs.
Dive into specialised areas of counselling. Learn to support clients through grief and loss (Module 5), address trauma and abuse sensitively (Module 6) and understand common mental health challenges like anxiety, depression and phobias (Module 7). Gain advanced skills to tackle these crucial topics with confidence.
Bring together theory, practice and self-awareness. Reflect deeply on your counselling journey to enhance your professional and personal growth. This module helps you align your knowledge and skills with your authentic counselling style, preparing you for impactful and empathetic practice.
Applicants need a Certificate in Counselling Skills and Theory (Level 3) and GCSE English language and mathematics at grade C/4 or higher. Students are responsible for securing their own placements, supported by a list of agencies and placement packs provided by UCP.
Develop the skills and knowledge to work as a professional counsellor in settings like healthcare, education or private practice. This course ensures you’re fully prepared to support clients using ethical, person-centred approaches.
Continue your journey with a direct pathway to advanced studies, deepening your expertise in both Person-Centred Counselling and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) techniques.
Graduates work in roles such as school counsellors, addiction recovery specialists, and private practitioners. Many alumni highlight how this qualification opened doors to fulfilling careers supporting others.
Applicants must hold a Certificate in Counselling Skills and Theory (Level 3) and GCSE English Language and Mathematics at grade C or grade 4 or above. If English is not your first language, you will need a recognised Level 2 English language qualification or an IELTS score of 5.5 (with a minimum of 5.5 in each skill). For more information, contact admissions@ucp.ac.uk
The course is designed to accommodate working professionals, with schedules that allow for a balance between work and study commitments.
Students have access to academic support services, including tutoring and counselling, to assist with both academic and personal development.
Graduates are qualified to practice as counsellors and can pursue roles in various settings, such as private practice, healthcare, and educational institutions.
Yes, after completing the diploma, you can progress to the BA (Hons) Person Centred and CBT Counselling & Psychology (Top-up) to obtain a full honours degree with an additional year of study.
The programme includes practical experience opportunities, allowing students to apply counselling techniques in real-world settings.
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