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Therapeutic Counselling - CPCAB Level 4 Diploma

at Richmond and Hillcroft Adult and Community College, Richmond · college

Level 4Vocational and tradeDiploma70 weeksPart time£6,052 to £6,193

What the college says

Are you ready to take the next step in your counselling career? The BACP-approved Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling is a two-year, part-time qualification designed to equip you with the knowledge, skills, and competencies to work as a therapeutic counsellor in an agency setting. You will develop your adaptive self-reflection and peer engagement alongside your professional competencies, guided by an experienced tutor. The supervised placement of 100 client hours enables you to work with diverse clients to increase your confidence as a skilled practitioner. An amazing progression opportunity for those seeking to develop their career and practice in an employed or voluntary role in healthcare and non-medical settings.

What you need to get on

To join this course, you need to meet the following requirements: A Level 3 Certificate in Counselling Studies (or equivalent) gained within the last three years. GCSE Grade 4/C in English (or equivalent). A successful interview with a course tutor and a piece of free writing to assess academic writing ability. A tutor reference from your Level 3 course on headed paper. Your attendance record from Level 3. The ability to work with difference and diversity. Personal qualities of imaginatio

How you are assessed

Learning a trade with tools and equipment, often in a college workshop or salon.

What this level means

Beyond A level. Usually taken after a Level 3 course.

Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?

Age range not confirmed in the source data. Check with the provider.

Where it runs

Start dates

  • 14 September 2026 · Richmond
  • 17 September 2026 · Richmond
  • 18 September 2026 · Richmond

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