New City College (incorporating Havering College) has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
Course summary
The BA (Hons) Integrative Counselling is a three-year course validated by Bath Spa University. The BA (Hons) Integrative Counselling currently runs for two days per week (this could be subject to change). It is designed to enhance skills and knowledge with particular reference to employment and the development of specialist areas of interest. The core integrative model (Humanistic/Psychodynamic/Cognitive-Behavioural) is built upon Clarkson’s relationship model and ongoing evaluation. It draws on a range of theories which help us to understand how human beings develop, how personality and emotional challenges emerge, and how we act in the face of universal issues of our existence. The aim of integrative counselling is to enable access to our whole self and treat the person as a whole. Havering Colleges, New City College is registered with the Office for Students. On the BA (Hons) Integrative Counselling programme your study will be closely linked to your experience in the workplace. This is a classroom-based course incorporating work placement. For full-time students, the course is studied over a period of three years. Attendance is 2 days per week plus completion of 150 client hours and completion of 60 hours of personal counselling. The course will take place at our Ardleigh Green Campus. Students can progress from this course to work as a professional counselor/therapist to help people overcome their difficulties. It also provides the opportunity for advancement in a variety of counselling-related careers. Successful students will be qualified to practice as a counselor and apply for any appropriate positions within this field.
Modules
Level 4 Context of theory in Integrative Counselling - 30 credits Counselling skills practice - 30 credits Preparing to work in a diverse society - 30 credits Readiness for Personal and Professional Practice - 15 credits Development in the Human Lifespan - 15 credits Level 5 Application of theory in Integrative Counselling - 30 credits Working in a diverse society - 30 credits Client work 1 - 30 credits Exploring research - 15 credits Ethics and professional practice - 15 credits Level 6 Counselling Evolution - 15 credits Client work 2 - 15 credits Engaging with mental health issues - 30 credits Counselling in a diverse society - 15 credits Research project - 45 credits
Assessment method
You will be assessed in all the modules that you study. The programme team has designed a range of assessment methods to test your learning and development as you progress through the programme. Assessment will take place during or immediately on completion of the teaching of each module. Assessment will usually involve submitted written assignments, seminar papers, portfolios, presentations, practicals, completion of 150 client hours (placement commences at Level 5) and completion of 60 hours’ personal counselling. The teaching year begins in September and ends in June. A typical student registered in full-time attendance mode will study the equivalent of 120 credits over one academic year and will attend College for two days per week. Students will either be working or volunteering within a setting and be able to commit to self-study alongside the programme. All of our teaching staff are experienced professionals in the field of Counselling. All students are allocated a personal tutor who will be your first point of communication should you have any queries or concerns. Regular 1:1 sessions will take place within the classroom where there will be the opportunity to discuss your course and progress.
How to apply
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:
- BCX8
- Institution code:
- H14
- Campus name:
- Ardleigh Green
- Campus code:
- -
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)
120 Counselling Credit at Level 4
International applicants
This course is not open to International applications.
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 48 points
Access to HE Diploma - P: 45 credits
GCSE/National 4/National 5
A minimum age of 18 years is a requirement. A current DBS (charges may apply) Successful completion of interview. The session will include participation in a skills/role play activity; a written case study exercise; and a formal interview.
Additional entry requirements
Criminal records declaration (DBS/Disclosure Scotland)
If you do not already hold a DBS, the application will be completed as part of the induction process.
Interview
Successful completion of interview. The session will include participation in a skills/role play activity; a written case study exercise; and a formal interview.
Student Outcomes
Operated by the Office for Students
Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
Go onto work and study
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9250 | 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
No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
Provider information
New City College (incorporating Havering College)
Ardleigh Green Road
Hornchurch
Hornchurch
RM11 2LL