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#2 Level 4 Diploma in Counselling Skills & Theory
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Course 2 Chrysalis Level 4 Diploma in Counselling Skills & Theory (Dip CST.)
WHAT DOES A LEVEL 4 DIPLOMA IN COUNSELLING INCLUDE?
This Diploma in Counselling Skills & Theory course will include Course 1 as part of the syllabus (Applicants with Level 3 Counselling Skills or similar can complete this course in 1 year by starting at year 2.) Registered successful candidates will receive an RQF Level 4 Diploma from Prince’s Trust (RQF) 603/6872/X.
Our unique psychotherapeutic counselling training uses a core model based on exploring the client’s past, present and future, then learning different techniques and skills which will help them heal, become whole, resolve their issues and achieve their goals.
Choose this level 4 Diploma in Counselling Skills & Theory course if you want to make great progress towards becoming a counsellor and be recognised for your therapeutic skills. If you already have a counselling qualification at Level 3 or equivalent, you can start this course in the second year.
BENEFITS*
- Become a Therapeutic Skills Practitioner (Dip CST.)
- Course Quality Checked by the National Counselling Society
- Join as an Associate member with many membership benefits including eligibility to join the Royal Society for Public Health.
- Stepping stone to the Society’s Accredited Register for Counsellors, recognised by the Professional Standards Authority. This is subject to completing further studies.
- Registered successful candidates will receive an RQF Level 4 Diploma from Prince’s Trust
- A clear progression path which can lead to professional counselling and Higher Education
* subject to terms and conditions
SYLLABUS
Course Length: 2 Years 300 practical hours in total
Applicants with Level 3 Counselling Skills or similar can complete this course in 1 year by starting at year 2.
Year One: 10 Classes as per Chrysalis Diploma in Hypnotherapy & introducing Counselling Skills
Year Two: Over 10 Classes, you'll study the following seven components:
FOUNDATIONS OF COUNSELLING AND THEORY PART 1: THE PSYCHODYNAMIC APPROACH
You will explore on this course, a contemporary framework known as the Pluralistic approach which incorporates different main theories and approaches. The first main approach within this framework is Psychodynamic counselling and you will learn the historic and basic principles of this important approach.FOUNDATIONS OF COUNSELLING AND THEORY PART 2: THE HUMANISTIC APPROACH
The Humanistic approach is a key therapy approach within which sits Person Centred Counselling. The importance of the therapeutic relationship and using the Core Conditions are both explored and practised.FOUNDATIONS OF COUNSELLING AND THEORY PART 3: THE COGNITIVE BEHAVIOURAL APPROACH
CBT is widely used and has principles and techniques which can inform a contemporary approach to assisting clients. You will explore the theory and methods of this approach and learn how to bring structure to sessions integrating basic counselling skills.STRESS, ANXIETY & SELF-DEFEATING BEHAVIOURS
You will further explore and understand how to establish and maintain a professional boundaried supportive relationship and to provide an environment to ethically support those who are experiencing some common presenting issues.RELATIONSHIPS, BEREAVEMENT AND LOSS
You examine how important relationships are in individual development and wellbeing, and you will be introduced to theories of attachment and loss and how to support bereaved clients.DEVELOPMENT, MOTIVATION AND GOAL ACHIEVEMENT
You explore methods of working with issues of low motivation, frustration, and anger, with deeper reflection on cultural and social differences while building on therapeutic skills.UNDERSTANDING EVIDENCE BASED COUNSELLING PRACTICE
You will learn about different types of research studies used to provide evidence for approaches, methods, and treatment protocols, with focus on evaluating quantitative and qualitative therapy studies and what we can learn from them.
Study Methods: Practical classroom work; Practice Groups; Homework assignments; Reflective Journal; Case Studies; Focus on practical work with no final exam.