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Psychodynamic Counselling at NESCOT - UCAS

NESCOT

Degree level: Undergraduate
Awarded by: The Open University

Psychodynamic Counselling

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Course summary

The Foundation Degree programme aims to provide a sound theoretical framework and practical training in psychodynamic counselling. It is intended for those who have already undertaken Level 2 and Level 3 training in counselling and wish to continue to become fully qualified as counsellors either in employment or in private practice. The Foundation Degree is designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills base required for life-long learning in a continually expanding area. This course is taught face to face at Nescot. Nescot is approved by The Open University as a validating partner to offer higher education programmes. The course will provide you with the necessary training in skills and theory to meet the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy requirements in those areas to accredit individual counsellors. The qualification is recognised within the profession as representing the highest standard of professionalism and ethical integrity. Most employers regard BACP accreditation as an essential requirement. What is psychodynamic counselling? In a nutshell, psychodynamic counselling is based on the belief that the past influences the present and the future. It pays attention to unconscious processes. For example, it can help clients to become aware of some relational patterns. It also focuses on the relationship clients have with themselves. The aim is to increase the level of self-awareness in order to enable clients to become more autonomous and less conflicted. The core aims of the Foundation Degree in Psychodynamic Counselling are to: Enable students to practice competently & ethically as psychodynamic counsellors, within a variety of settings with a good knowledge of psychodynamic theory. Provide a complex & broad theoretical framework & practical training in psychodynamic counselling. Develop critical analysis of theory and practice. Aid theoretical and practical development by appropriate assessment at all stages. Develop personal & group responsibility for learning and counselling including self & peer evaluation. Provide opportunities for essential personal growth. Year 1 (120 credits) Developmental Psychology Clinical Concepts Research Methods for Counselling Theories Clinical Case Study Work-Based Portfolio Year 2 (120 credits) Human Development Psychopathology Preparation for Work Final Client Study Final Year Portfolio Normally, successful applicants are required to provide a DBS during the process of securing a clinical placement.

Modules

Year 1 (120 credits) Developmental Psychology Clinical Concepts Research Methods for Counselling Theories Clinical Case Study Work-Based Portfolio Year 2 (120 credits) Human Development Psychopathology Preparation for Work Final Client Study Final Year Portfolio


How to apply

Application codes

Course code:
4720
Institution code:
N49
Campus name:
Main Site
Campus code:
-

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course

https://www.nescot.ac.uk/higher-education/counselling/courses/psychodynamic-counselling-foundation-degree-n4720/

Additional entry requirements

Interview


Student Outcomes

Operated by the Office for Students
65%
Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
75%
Go onto work and study

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

England £8000 Year 1
Northern Ireland £8000 Year 1
Scotland £8000 Year 1
Wales £8000 Year 1
EU £8500 Year 1
International £8500 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

Additional costs: Personal Therapy – approximately £50-70 per week over the two years. Residential trip – approximately £350 per year. BACP student membership - £82 (for 2022-23) per year. DBS - £52. Insurance may be required for some agencies – typically around £100 per year. Clinical assessment may be required for some agencies – typically around £80. Supervision – some agencies make a small charge for supervision – typically around £15-20 per month. IT equipment – it is useful to have your own computer although the LRC does have computers you can use on site.
Psychodynamic Counselling at NESCOT - UCAS