Course details

Course Title:

APPLY NOW - CPCAB Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling

Course Number:

APPLY004

Venue:

Village Learning Centre

Learning Area:

Level:

Start Date:

18 September 2025

End Date:

02 July 2027

Session Time(s):

13:00 - 20:00

Total Hours:

0

Class Size:

Between 12 and 15 learners

Who is this course for

This course is ideal for people who want to work as a qualified counsellor in an agency setting.

What are the entry requirements

To enrol on this course, you will need:
A Level 3 Certificate in Counselling.
Reference from your level 3 course tutor.
Examples of your learning journals.
Attend a 1 to 1 interview with the course tutor.

What will I be learning

This course is underpinned by a humanistically integrative theoretical framework. This means it draws primarily from humanistic psychology, emphasising the inherent worth, autonomy, and growth potential of every individual.

The course is made up of seven mandatory units which cover:

Working ethically, safely and professionally as a counsellor.
Working within a counselling relationship.
Working with client diversity in counselling work.
Working within a user-centred approach to counselling.
Working with self-awareness in the counselling process.
Working within a coherent framework of counselling theory and skills.
Working self-reflectively as a counsellor.


The course consists of 420 classroom taught hours 6 hours per week for 70 sessions over 2 academic years carrying out independent study, and one to one and group tutorials outside of class time.
In addition to the above, you will be required to complete:
Minimum of 100 hours one-to-one, formally contracted counselling with at least five different clients in agency settings.
Minimum of 10 hours personal therapy.
Clinical supervision in line with BACP requirements for trainee counsellors while in agency placement.

How will I be assessed and supported

Throughout this course, you will be required to reflect on your learning and progress by completing weekly reflective journals. These will be marked by your tutors and you will receive feedback on your progress and areas you could improve.
You will also receive feedback from your tutors and peers about your skills practice and take part in regular tutorials with your tutor. At these, you will discuss your areas for development and set and review your learning goals.
You will also receive verbal and/or written feedback on marked and skills work.
To achieve this qualification, you will need to demonstrate competence through internal and external assessments, and placement practice. Please ask us for more information about this course and assessment requirements.

What do I need to bring?

A folder
Pen
Paper

Any additional costs?

The cost of the course is £4,670 for the 2 years this price may be subject to a small increase. The course is eligible for funding with an Advanced Learner Loan please note that we have a limited amount of Learner Loan funding available or you can self-fund. Please be aware that you will also need to pay for personal therapy and clinical supervision if this is not provided by the agency.

What can this course lead to

This course can lead to employment as a Counsellor, a degree or post graduate courses in Counselling.

If you are interested in another course, please ask your tutor or for more information, contact us
Phone  01332 956565
Email  DALSenquiries@derby.gov.uk
Relay UK  18001 01332 956565

Village Learning Centre

Address:
Village Learning Centre, Browning Street, Normanton, Derby, DE23 8DN

Phone: 01332 956340

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Online

You can enrol onto this course now using our online secure website:
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In person

You can pop into any of our centres to enrol:

Village Learning Centre - Browning Street, Derby, DE23 8DN

Opening Times: Mon - Fri 9 – 4.30pm and Weds/Thurs evenings until 8.30pm.

Derby Multicultural Centre – Dairyhouse Road, Derby, DE23 8HN

Opening times: Mon - Fri 9 – 5pm and Mon/Tues evenings until 8.30pm.

Allen Park Centre - Allen Park Centre, Allen Street, Allenton, Derby, DE24 9DE

Opening times: Mon to Fri 9am to 4pm

Kedleston Road Training Centre - 184 Kedleston Road, Derby, DE22 1GT

Opening times: Mon - Fri 9 – 4pm and Mon evening until 8.30pm.

By telephone

Enquiries: 01332 956565

By Email

DALSenquiries@derby.gov.uk

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Note: Please bring evidence of eligibility for fee reduction to the first class.