CPCAB Level 4 - Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling

The great thing about undertaking a CPCAB course is that it’s recognised nationally and focused on helping you become the best counsellor you can be!

CPCAB courses are formally recognised by BACP (the UK’s leading counselling membership body), so the 420 formal learning hours you pick up on this course will count towards the 450 minimum hours of training required for membership. Membership of an organisation like BACP (or equivalent body) is vital if you wish to become a respected counsellor and work for organisations such as the NHS.

To pass the course, you have to prove competence in a variety of key counselling skills. This is primarily assessed through coursework alongside tutor observation as you progress through the course – the tutor will gain evidence through observing you as you undertake counselling sessions. In addition, you will need to provide records of peer feedback, evidence of personal therapy and reports from supervisors.

You will also need practical counselling experience in order to achieve your diploma but don’t worry; we’re here to help. We understand finding placements can be challenging. That’s why we have created relationships with many counselling practices to help you find a placement that’s right for you. So that’s one less thing to worry about!

Finally, at the end of the course, you will also need to hand in your coursework documents. These include case studies, learning reviews, client & supervision records, assignments and a report from your placement. This will then be reviewed and assessed by CPCAB.

You will obtain your qualification and automatically be enrolled into the BACP’s register of members after you have demonstrated your competence, passed your assessments, and completed your required practice hours.