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Online Introduction to Counselling and Psychotherapy

Blended Learning Certificate in Counselling and Psychotherapy

There are two options for study, which help give an introduction to key concepts and skills involved in counselling and psychotherapy:

The Online Introduction course is an ideal place to begin for those who want to explore personal development, counselling and psychotherapy theory and basic counselling skills for the first time. It can be studied as a stand-alone course or as part of the Blended Learning Certificate.
The Blended Learning Certificate includes the Online Introduction course, plus two in-class weekends which allow you to apply the theory, and to practise skills with fellow students in small group exercises.

Course Details

Online Introduction to Counselling and Psychotherapy

Key features:

Develop an understanding and appreciation of counselling. This course will appeal to those who are looking to discover the main theories and approaches to counselling and psychotherapy used in the UK, to explore their own personal development and to develop basic counselling skills.
Ideal for people who cannot commit to a classroom setting or who would like the flexibility of online study.
Course material is delivered online, through the Iron Mill College Student Portal. Students are fully supported by the Course Tutor, with introductory videos, written course notes and contact through email and phone.
An interactive course, with materials delivered through a combination of PowerPoint presentations, video demonstrations, course material, exercises and a recommended reading list. You will also have access to a comprehensive online library for further reading.

When you complete the Online Introduction course, you can choose to 'top up' your study and progress to the full Blended Learning Certificate, if you wish. Alternatively, you can opt for the Blended Learning course from the beginning and save on course fees - see 'Fees' tab below for more details.

Blended Learning Certificate in Counselling and Psychotherapy

Key features:

A combination of the Online Introduction to Counselling and Psychotherapy course and two in-class experiential weekends, which help develop and solidify the online learning through class interaction and discussion and provide the opportunity to practise skills. You can either sign up to the full Blended Learning Certificate from the start (and benefit from discounted fees) or 'top up' after completing the online course.
Ideal for those who would benefit from counselling skills in their work. The course will also help participants to discover which approaches may fit best with them as a person, if they want to pursue further counselling and psychotherapy training.
In-class weekends (held in Exeter) explore interpersonal communication, personal development issues and allow students to practise skills. The workshops are facilitated by experienced lecturers who guide students to fully explore the basic theories, approaches and skills of counselling, working with other students in small group exercises.
Unlike many home study counselling courses, allows application of theory to practice. This course will help students understand, and start to experience, how counselling training is about personal exploration and development of self.

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Eligibility:

No prior knowledge of counselling and psychotherapy is required for this course.

Applicants should, however, feel that they possess a maturity to reflect on their own development as a person, and should have an interest in and desire to learn about counselling and psychotherapy.

How to apply:

You can apply by submitting the following documents and items:

Application form (available to download from 'Download' section of this web page).
Passport / webcam style photo.
CV.
A personal reference returned to us by your personal referee (reference request form available to download from 'Download' section of this web page).
A professional reference returned to us by your Professional referee (reference request form available to download from 'Download' section of this web page).

You will also need to pay the relevant course fees in order to reserve a place on this course (see the 'Fees' tab for further information).

Application documents can be submitted by email to enquiries@ironmill.co.uk, or by post to 'Iron Mill College, Morwenstow, 7 Barnfield Crescent, Exeter, Devon, EX1 1QT'.

Please note that you will only be offered a place on the course once all of the above application documents have been received and course fees have been paid. This includes receipt of both references. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that their referees supply references, following up requests for references where necessary.

After you have been offered a place on the course (as above) and also completed your enrolment (by completing and submitting the offer agreements) you will be given access to the online course materials within 5 working days (excluding bank holidays and the College Christmas closure period).

System requirements:

To undertake the Online Introduction, students will need access to a computer with internet access, meeting the specifications below.

Operating System:

Windows 7 or later.
Mac OS 10.6 (Snow Leopard) or later.

Hardware:

1 GHZ or faster x86 or 64-bit processor with SSE2 instruction set.
1 GB RAM (32-bit) or 2 GB RAM (64- bit) recommended for graphics features Minimum of 3 gigabytes (GB) disk space.

Browser:

Windows Internet Explorer 8 or later.
Mozilla Firefox 10 or later.
Apple Safari 5 or later.
Google Chrome 17 or later.

Content:

The online Introduction to Counselling and Psychotherapy includes:

Personal development.
Overview of theories and approaches.
Humanistic approach and cognitive behavioural approach.
Counselling skills.

In addition to all the above, the Blended Learning Certificate in Counselling and Psychotherapy includes attendance at two in-class weekends (both weekends include Saturday and Sunday workshops) in Exeter.

Learning and assessment:

Students will need to complete exercises using a workbook throughout the course and spend time recording their thoughts and reflecting on their learning. There is an expectation for students to be proactive with their study as they progress through the course.

Assessment for the online Introduction to Counselling and Psychotherapy is based on:

Module workbooks.
Reflective journal.
Book review.
Forum discussion.

In addition to all the above, the Blended Learning Certificate in Counselling and Psychotherapy includes assessment based on:

Observation of your skills.

Attendance requirements:

For the Online Introduction to Counselling and Psychotherapy, there is no attendance requirement (due to the manner in which the programme is delivered).

For the Blended Learning Certificate in Counselling and Psychotherapy, a minimum of 85% attendance at the in-class weekends is required for a student to be awarded a Certificate.

Please note, the Online Introduction must be completed within 12 months of your enrolment (though you can apply for a 3 month extension by paying an additional fee). Students who are enrolled on the Blended Learning Course or choose to 'top up' to this course will have an additional 6 months (i.e. a total of 18 months) to complete both the Online Introduction and the two in-class experiential weekends.

Award:

Iron Mill College Online Introduction to Counselling and Psychotherapy Certificate (for completion of the Online Introduction course only).

Iron Mill College Blended Learning Certificate in Counselling and Psychotherapy (for completion of the full Blended Learning course programme).

Online Introduction to Counselling and Psychotherapy:

You can begin this course at any time. Once you have fully completed your enrolment (see the 'Applications' tab for further information) you will be given access to the online course materials to begin the course within 5 working days (excluding bank holidays and the College Christmas closure period).

Modules are usually completed within 4-6 weeks study, however you can choose your own pace to complete the course within 12 months. If you wish, you can apply for a 3 month extension of your access to the online course materials, by paying an additional fee (see 'Fees' tab for more information).

Blended Learning Certificate in Counselling and Psychotherapy:

Students can begin the Online Introduction at anytime (as above). Students who enrol on the Blended Learning Course from the outset, or who choose to 'top up' to this course from the Online Introduction, have a total of 18 months from their initial enrolment to complete both the Online Introduction and the two in-class experiential weekends.

Students must complete all assignments from the Online Introduction and book onto the in-class experiential weekends (in Exeter) a minimum of 4 weeks before the relevant weekend.

For the latest in-class weekend dates, please see the 'Download' section of this web page.

Course fees and payment options:

Online Introduction to Counselling and Psychotherapy -
online course only (total payable £525.00):

A one-off payment of £525.00 for the Online Introduction to Counselling and Psychotherapy only.
Please note, you can study this as a stand-alone course, or later decide to 'top up' to a Blended Learning Certificate in Counselling and Psychotherapy for an extra fee (see option 2 details below).

Blended Learning Certificate in Counselling and Psychotherapy - Option 1: full course (total payable £900.00):

A one-off payment of £900.00, for the full Blended Learning Certificate in Counselling and Psychotherapy (online course plus two in-class weekends).

Blended Learning Certificate in Counselling and Psychotherapy - Option 2: staged payments (total payable £975.00):

A payment of £525.00 for the Online Introduction to Counselling and Psychotherapy, later followed by a payment of £450.00 to 'top up' to the full Blended Learning in Counselling and Psychotherapy course.

Further information on fees:

Fees include online course materials, ongoing tutor support and (for the Blended Learning Certificate) two in-class experiential weekends where students explore personal development, interpersonal communication and the application of counselling theory to practice. Fees listed include VAT.

Applicants are invited to enrol by paying the applicable fee (which shall be fully non-refundable in all circumstances) as well as submitting all application documents - see the 'Applications' tab for further information. Once you have fully completed your enrolment, you will be given access to the online course materials to begin the course within 5 working days (excluding bank holidays and the College Christmas closure period).

Students completing the Online Introduction Course only, also have the option to extend their access to the online course materials beyond 12 months. For a fee of £30.00, students can receive three extra months' access. Students who are enrolled on the Blended Learning Course or choose to 'top up' to this course will have a total of 18 months to complete both the Online Introduction and the two in-class weekends.

Due to the flexible nature of the course start dates and duration, unfortunately it is not possible to arrange a bespoke payment plan for the fees for the Online Introduction of the Blended Learning Certificate courses.

How to pay:

For initial course payments you can pay online (via PayPal) by using the booking form on this web page (just select the current term from the drop down list). You can also pay all fees by credit / debit card, either in person at Iron Mill College in Exeter, or over the phone by calling 01392 219200. Please note that we are unable to accept payments via American Express or Diners Club cards.

We also accept cash paid in person at Iron Mill College in Exeter, as well as cheques, which should be made out to 'Iron Mill College' and dropped in or sent to 'Iron Mill College, Morwenstow, 7 Barnfield Crescent, Exeter, Devon, EX1 1QT'. We can also accept payments by bank transfer and standing order - please get in touch with us at 01392 219200 / enquiries@ironmill.co.uk for our bank details or a standing order form. Please use your name as the reference when making such payments.

Course commencement:

Iron Mill College makes every effort to avoid altering course times, course commencement and conclusion dates. However, should any changes be necessary, you will be notified at the earliest opportunity. In-class experiential weekends run subject to demand and the formation of a viable class cohort, based on the enrolment of a minimum number of successful applicants. At least 14 days’ notice (prior to the advertised in-class experiential weekends) will be given to applicants, in the event of any cancellation or postponement. The college cannot be held liable for any remedy, damages or compensation beyond this.

Our comprehensive general FAQs pages include answers to many common questions, grouped into the following areas:

However, if you can't find the answer your looking for, or need further help or information, do not hesitate to contact us at 01392 219200 / enquiries@ironmill.co.uk.

Further study with Iron Mill College:

Graduates of our Blended Learning Certificate in Counselling and Psychotherapy, who can also demonstrate suitable further experience and skills, will be eligible to apply for the following courses at Iron Mill College:

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"Every weekend is full of practical skills to learn with the added theoretical background needed to understand it. The makeup of the group allows us to learn from each others experiences and from people with different therapeutic backgrounds. It's a great course with a supportive and excellent tutor."

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