You can apply by submitting the following documents and items:

• A completed Post Qualifying Courses application form (available to download from 'Download' section of this web page).
• Your £350 Enrolment Deposit (Non-Refundable) to reserve your place (see the 'Fees' tab for further information).

• Introduction – Food, Hunger, Appetite and Relationship
• Body Image and Self-worth – Ordered Eating to Eating Disorder
• Theories of Eating Disorders – Different Approaches and their Practical Use
• Anorexia Nervosa – Diagnosis and Approaches to Treatment
• Bulimia Nervosa – Diagnosis and Approaches to Treatment
• Overeating, Obesity and Bariatric Surgery – Working Therapeutically and Understanding the Impact of Surgery
• Other Types of Eating Disorders – Similarities, Differences and Approaches
• Healthcare Pathways – NHS Eating Disorder Services and Other Interventions
• Family and Carers – Working with the family and its impact on eating disorders
• Resourcing the Professional – Building resilience and feeling equipped
• Student Day
• The Future – Motivation for Change

Attendance requirements:

A minimum of 80% attendance is required at timetabled teaching days. 

Award: 

Iron Mill College Post Qualifying Diploma in Eating Disorders: Brain, Body and Mind.

Please note: Iron Mill College students who complete the course before having fully qualified as a counsellor or psychotherapist (i.e. where they are still to complete their placement hours and / or qualifying exams) will be issued with an interim attendance certificate and covering letter only - they will receive their full certificate once they fully qualify as a counsellor / psychotherapist.

Please also note: Completion of this course does not provide a route to registration with the National Counselling Society (NCS) and detailed individual applications to NCS are required for this purpose, where applicable.

• Runs one weekend a month, 10.00am - 4.00pm, over 6 months (full course dates available in 'Download' section of this web page).
• Applications received less than 3 weeks before the start of the course will be processed at the discretion of the Programmes Lead. If this is the case, please contact us for further details as soon as possible.

Special Offer – take £100 off our standard fees! 
This deal is valid on the next intake only. 
Fees below include £100 reduction. 

Option 1 (Total Payable now £850.00):

• An Enrolment Deposit of £350.00 (Non-Refundable) followed by ONE instalment of £500.00.  

Option 2 (Total Payable now £900.00):

• An Enrolment Deposit of £350.00 (Non-Refundable) followed by Two instalments of £275.00 (payable by direct debit).

Bespoke payment plans - (Total Payable £900.00): 

In order to facilitate students, Iron Mill College has introduced Bespoke Payment Plans which can be tailored to meet your specific needs. Please contact us at 01392 219200 / enquiries@ironmill.co.uk for further information.

Courses commencing on or after 1st Jan'21:

Option 1 (Total Payable now £965.00):

• An Enrolment Deposit of £350.00 (Non-Refundable) followed by ONE instalment of £615.00.  

Option 2 (Total Payable now £1,015.00):

• An Enrolment Deposit of £350.00 (Non-Refundable) followed by Two instalments of £332.50 (payable by direct debit).

Bespoke payment plans - (Total Payable £1,015.00): 

In order to facilitate students, Iron Mill College has introduced Bespoke Payment Plans which can be tailored to meet your specific needs. Please contact us at 01392 219200 / enquiries@ironmill.co.uk for further information.

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 direct debit form. Please use your name as the reference when making such payments.


Additional expenses:

This will vary depending on your own circumstances, but all applicants must make sure they fully understand the additional expense requirements they will need to undertake during this course. Iron Mill College is unable to contribute to any of these additional costs; they are met by the student. These costs may include:

• Travel and boarding costs.
• Purchase of books.
• Supervision that meets your governing body requirements.

Course commencement:

Please note: 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. All courses run subject to demand and the formation of a viable class cohort, based on the enrolment of a minimum number of successful applicants. A full refund of course fees paid, including any deposit, will be given to all applicants in the event that a course does not proceed and at least 14 days’ notice (prior to the advertised course start date) will be given to applicants, in the event of a course cancellation or postponement. The college cannot be held liable for any remedy, damages or compensation beyond this.

• BA (Hons) Degree in Integrative Counselling (Validated by University of Worcester).
• Postgraduate Certificate in Supervision (Validated by University of Worcester).
• Diploma in Supervision (Advanced Specialist Training Status with NCS).
• Post Qualifying Diploma in Counselling Children and Adolescents.
• Post Qualifying Diploma in Creative Arts Therapies (Advanced Specialist Training Status with NCS). 
• Postgraduate Certificate in Positive Psychology Coaching (Validated by University of Worcester).