Course summary
This course is for anyone wishes to practise as a counsellor either with an employer, charity or independently (self employed) as it meets the BACP SCoPEd framework entry point A (see below) at HND level assuming you complete the full HNC and the 100 hours placement. SCoPEd framework 2022 – see page 11: https://www.bacp.co.uk/media/14435/scoped-framework-january-2022.pdf Anyone wanting to Top-up to a full degree would need to complete the full HND. Why study? The Level 5 units give students the opportunity to specialise in a counselling-related occupational area and to progress to degree-level study. They prepare students to move on to specific areas of education and further learning at Level 6 or to enter employment with the qualities and abilities necessary for roles that require professional responsibility and decision-making. Students will be able to develop and apply their own ideas to their studies, to deal with uncertainty and complexity, to explore solutions, demonstrate critical evaluation and use both theory and practice in a wide range of therapeutic situations. By the end of Level 5, students will have a sound understanding of the principles in their area of specialist study and will know how to apply those principles more widely in counselling and psychology practice. They will be able to perform effectively in their specialist area. Pearson BTEC Level 5 Higher National Diploma in Counselling and Applied Psychology have the following specialist pathways within the qualification title: Pearson BTEC Level 5 Higher National Diploma in Counselling and Applied Psychology (Integrative) Pearson BTEC Level 5 Higher National Diploma in Counselling and Applied Psychology (Psychodynamic) Pearson BTEC Level 5 Higher National Diploma in Counselling and Applied Psychology (Cognitive Behavioural) Pearson BTEC Level 5 Higher National Diploma in Counselling and Applied Psychology (Humanistic)- intended pathway Where will this course take me? Top-up to a full degree (BSc) with another University to Level 6. Employment as:
- work as a Counsellor in a service or agency setting
- work in healthcare or non healthcare settings
- work in voluntary sectors
- Counsellor
- Mental health coach
Modules
Year 1: Unit 1 Mandatory Personal and Professional Development Through Inclusive Practice Unit 2 Mandatory Developing Empathic Communication for Effective Therapeutic Relationships Unit 3 Mandatory Preparing for Research (Pearson-set) Unit 4 Mandatory Ethical Frameworks in Counselling Core Unit 5 Mandatory Self-awareness and Reflective Practice in Counselling Unit 6 Mandatory Theoretical Perspectives in Counselling Unit 7 Mandatory Individual Differences Unit 8 Mandatory Digital Approaches in Caring Professions Year 2: Depends on chosen specialism Students must complete 70 placement hours (with 35 in the specialist field) to achieve the Level 5 HND qualification and to be able to practise. Students will need to source a placement independently either before starting or by November in order to achieve the hours. Prospective students need to note this is a requirement and need to plan this time over and above their days in college and independent study.
Assessment method
Pearson BTEC Higher Nationals are assessed using a combination of: Centre-developed internal assignments that are set and assessed by Centres Pearson-set assignments, which are set by Centres in line with our guidelines and graded by Centres. Pearson-set units are mandatory and target particular industry-specific skills. The number and value of these units depend on qualification size For the HND, Centres will assess two compulsory Pearson-set units targeted at particular skills: one Level 4 core unit carrying 15 credits and one Level 5 core unit carrying 15 credits. All other units are assessed through internal assignments set by the Centre.
How to apply
This course is not accepting applications from students requiring a Student visa. For more information, please contact the course provider.
29Jan
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- HDCP
- Institution code:
- H23
- Campus name:
- Harlow College
- Campus code:
- 1
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
- Year 2
Entry requirements for advanced entry (i.e. into Year 2 and beyond)
For direct entry to year 2, applicants need to have completed the HNC year of this course.
International applicants
Please note that this provider is unable to consider international applications.
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 48 points
Interview and selection process: Please note that to meet BACP approval requirements, the College must have a selection process that ensures successful applicants have or have the potential to: - Develop self-awareness, maturity and stability. - Reflect on life experience. - Cope with the emotional demands of the qualification. - Be aware of issues of difference and equality. - Recognise the need for personal and professional support. This will be tested at the interview stage.
Additional entry requirements
Interview
Interview and selection process: Please note that to meet BACP approval requirements, the College must have a selection process that ensures successful applicants have or have the potential to: - Develop self-awareness, maturity and stability. - Reflect on life experience. - Cope with the emotional demands of the qualification. - Be aware of issues of difference and equality. - Recognise the need for personal and professional support. This will be tested at the interview stage.
Student Outcomes
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £5995 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £5995 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £5995 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £5995 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
The course tuition fee is subject to an inflationary rise each academic year.
Also, students must also independently source and pay for the following:
Student membership - BACP registration – Approximately £100
Insurance to practise as a counsellor - Approximately £100
Supervision every 2 weeks – cost range approximately £35 – £50 pounds
Approximate total upfront cost required is in the range of £2000
Please note that this provider is unable to consider international applications.
Please note that course viability is subject to the final number of enrolments.
Provider information
Harlow College
Velizy Avenue
Harlow
Essex
CM20 3EZ