Postgraduate Certificate in Counselling Psychology PGCert
City, University of London
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Key informationBegin to understand the therapeutic experience through academic expertise and develop a path to advance to further study with our Postgraduate Certificate in Counselling Psychology. You will combine learning theory with practice to gain a strong base in both counselling and psychology.Course overviewBenefits of this courseYou will blend a learning of theory and practice to build a strong academic base in counselling and psychology.Together we focus on the therapeutic relationship ...Read more

Key information

Begin to understand the therapeutic experience through academic expertise and develop a path to advance to further study with our Postgraduate Certificate in Counselling Psychology. You will combine learning theory with practice to gain a strong base in both counselling and psychology.

Course overview

Benefits of this course

You will blend a learning of theory and practice to build a strong academic base in counselling and psychology.

Together we focus on the therapeutic relationship between the therapist and the client, concentrating on the personal subjective experience of the whole person.

You will investigate person-centred, psychodynamic and cognitive behavioural theories and use practical modes from case studies, interviews and personal diaries.

Your learning will emphasise the connection between psychological theory and counselling. We want you to understand how to effectively apply knowledge to ensure that you promote psychological development in practise.

Who is this course for?

If you are planning on further related graduate work, whether through our Doctorate in Counselling Psychology or a related profession, this programme will be ideal preparation.

You might already have an undergraduate degree in an unrelated field and want to move towards psychology. You can use this certificate as a bridge to further study in counselling psychology.

Career

Graduates of the PG Cert have often progressed to further professional training and secured posts in leading mental health services as clinicians and supervisors.

Others have followed a route into academia and teaching. Some may have careers as clinicians whilst simultaneously holding posts in academia.

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Source: Complete University Guide 2025
39th
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Entry requirements

You are usually required to have a 2:2 honours degree or above for entry to this course. Relevant experience or a recognised professional qualification is an asset, but not a necessity.

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£5,500 per year

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£9,000 per year

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£9,000 per year

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Postgraduate Certificate in Counselling Psychology PGCert
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City, University of London
City, University of London , London

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