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Course Overview

As part of the Professional Doctorate in Counselling Psychology you will complete 450 hours supervised clinical hours. On graduating, you will be eligible to apply for registration with the HCPC and Chartered status with the BPS. The USW School of Psychology and Therapeutic Studies is ideally placed to offer this new course because of its expertise in both counselling and psychology teaching and research.

The vibrant, well-established psychology subject area has particular strengths in developmental disorders, health psychology and addictions, whilst the Newport campus acts as a regional hub for counselling and psychotherapy training. 

Teaching

Teaching will usually take place over two days a week, with one or two days a week for placement.

The Professional Doctorate in Counselling Psychology course will be delivered using a wide range of teaching and learning methods, which will include lectures, group discussions and experiential exercises, personal development groups, skills practice, group work and case discussion groups.

You will also be required to undertake supervised clinical placements and your own individual personal therapy.

You will undertake a range of placements with different client groups achieving 450 counselling hours. 

You will be required to undertake a substantial piece of doctoral level research, which will make an original and applicable contribution to practice.

There is a significant amount of independent study within each module to prepare you for assessments, personal development and placements.

Please visit our Graduate School for details of support for research students. 

Entry Requirement 

In order to apply you will need:

  • Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership with the BPS
  • Upper second class or first class degree in psychology / or Psychology conversion course. Applicants with a lower classification may still be considered if they can evidence subsequent higher academic achievements, such as, a Masters awarded merit or distinction.
  • 100 Hour Certificate in either Counselling or CBT Skills and Theory.
  • Evidence of working in a one to one helping role (e.g. experience in the health and social care field in the public, private or voluntary areas)
  • The capacity to undertake Doctoral level research - supported by an academic reference.
  • An Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check on the Child & Adult Workforce and Child and Adult Barring Lists and subscription to the DBS Update Service. (Overseas equivalent required for non-uk applicants) 
  • Two references uploaded with your application (one from your previous/current employer and one academic who can comment on your ability to work at doctoral level.

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This information was accurate on : 30/04/2021
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