Course summary
This course is particularly suited to students interested in undergoing professional training that will equip them for employment as a clinician in the NHS, the voluntary sector or in private practice. Our typical applicant is someone who already has experience in working in the mental health sector and understands about working with people. We will encourage you to develop a flexible, reflective and critical approach to psychological and psychotherapeutic theory, research and practice, and will provide you with relevant experience to facilitate understanding of the different facets of work as a counselling psychologist and how this role is evolving in contemporary employment settings. The course involves a variety of teaching methods, including lectures, seminars and workshops. You will be required to be on placement throughout your training and to have successfully completed 450 hours of one-to-one supervised clinical practice by the end of the course. Training placements are crucial to your learning and the development of your clinical competence and confidence. Our programme has close links with a range of placement providers in East London and we provide you with high levels of support and guidance in securing clinical placements that contribute to your learning and professional development.
Modules
Year 1: Professional practice in counselling psychology 1 (core); introduction to cognitive therapy (core); integrating theory, research and practice 1 (core). Year 2: Professional practice in counselling psychology 2 (core); perspectives on research (core); integrating theory, research and practice 2 (core). Year 3: Supervision, consultation and leadership (core); professional practice in counselling psychology 3 (core); integrating theory, research and practice 3 (core); research thesis/portfolio commences at the start of year 2 for submission in term 3 year 3 (core).
Assessment method
There are no examinations. Assessment is ongoing throughout the year. It includes critical essays, case studies, process reports, group and individual case presentations, professional practice logs and the research thesis. You will be expected to show evidence of 450 hours of one-to-one supervised clinical practice by the end of your training. All components of the course, including the research thesis need to be passed in order to be awarded the Doctorate and to become eligible to apply for registration with the HCPC and for chartership with the BPS.
Professional bodies
Professionally accredited courses provide industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.
- British Psychological Society
- Health and Care Professions Council
Entry requirements
A good honours degree in psychology (minimum of 2:1) which confers Graduate Basis for Chartership (GBC) with the British Psychological Society (BPS). Applicants will need to attend an online interview. Ability and experience of conducting independent research Prior training in counselling skills and or other relevant therapeutic training (e.g., that offered by NHS IAPT programmes such as for psychological well-being practitioners; counselling training undertaken as a health or social care worker; counselling certificate or diploma) Relevant work and/or voluntary experience in a mental health setting (NHS or other). This must be face-to-face and more than 'befriending' (e.g. assistant psychologist, counsellor, psychological well-being practitioner) Be academically able to succeed at doctoral level Demonstrate a capacity for self-reflection and be open to feedback from others Be open to, and respectful of, diverse perspectives, whilst showing awareness of the impact of prejudice and inequality A commitment to ongoing self-development and reflective practice Demonstrate good interpersonal skills and sensitivity towards others Have sufficient maturity and robustness to cope with the demands of working with vulnerable client groups
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
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Additional fee information
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Provider information
University of East London
Docklands Campus
4-6 University Way
Newham
E16 2RD
Course contact details
Visit our course pageApplicant Relations Team
0208 223 3333