SEG Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling
What is the Course About?
The SEG Awards Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling qualification aims to:
Meet, when combined with the SEG Awards Level 3 Certificate in Counselling Skills, the training contact hours requirement for basic training at a professional level for recognition as a qualified counsellor
Provide further developed skills, including a 100-hour practice component under supervision
Create a reflective practitioner
Develop a deep understanding of at least one counselling theory or an approach which may be integrative i.e. combines two or three counselling theories
The course is made up of the following:
Professional Organisational Issues in Counselling – In this unit, learners will develop an understanding of the essential relationship between counsellors, as professionals, as well as the organisations and other people with which they may work.
Counselling in a Diverse Society – learners will explore the impact that diverse cultures and heritage can have on the client / counsellor therapeutic relationship in a multicultural society. They will also examine power issues within the counselling process.
Counselling Theory – learners will analyse one major theoretical approach to influence, inform and empower their practice as a counsellor. They will also compare other theoretical approaches alongside the major approach.
Advanced Counselling Skills – Learners will demonstrate a range of skills illustrating their development as practitioners
Self-awareness for Counsellors – This unit aims to enable learners to increase self-awareness by analysing and evaluating the impact that their own counselling philosophy, counselling theory and practice has on self and relationships.
Research Methodologies in Counselling – In this unit, learners will explore the importance of research in counselling. They will develop their research skills and will learn how to present findings.
Counselling Placement – Learners will complete this unit linked to a supervised counselling placement practice of 100 hours. They will analyse how their theoretical approach has influenced their practice, and evaluate learning gained from supervision.
Will I need a DBS check for this course?
Yes
Will I need any specific resources, uniform and/or kit?
No requirements
What are the days and hours of the course?
Tuesday Evenings 4 – 8 pm
Will I undertake work experience as part of the course?
100 hours of supervised, face-to-face client counselling practice is required to achieve the qualification.
Opportunities to visit UCM
Useful links
What are my progression and career options?
Entry requirements
As a prerequisite for admission to the Diploma course learners must possess the SEG Awards Level 3 Certificate in Counselling Skills or an equivalent qualification obtained elsewhere.
Learners will further develop the knowledge, skills and self-development gained from their Level 3 experience. It is required that learners will be involved in placement with rigorous and qualified casework supervision. The responsibility for securing a relevant placement lies with the student. Counselling practice must be predominantly face to face, 1:1 rather than group counselling and mostly with clients aged over 18.
Applicants will be interviewed for suitability before a place on the course is guaranteed.