Free BA Counselling in Durham – New College Durham – Full-time

CostFREE
Duration1 year
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime

About this course

Free BA Counselling Course in Durham. Classes run at New College Durham, full-time during the day. This top-up programme is for people who already hold a Foundation Degree or a CPCAB Level 4 Counselling qualification with 240 credits. It takes one year and leads to a full BA (Hons) degree. You'll develop advanced skills, knowledge, and professional competencies aligned with the SCoPEd framework, preparing you to work across a range of therapeutic settings. Entry requirements are listed on the college website. Check before applying.

Who this course is for

Course may be subject to change.

The BA (Hons) Counselling Top-Up programme is designed for students who have completed a Foundation Degree or a CPCAB Level 4 Counselling qualification. This programme provides an excellent opportunity to advance their academic and professional development, enabling them to achieve a full Honours degree. The programme is tailored to equip students with the advanced skills, knowledge, and competencies necessary to excel in the counselling profession.

The programme aligns with the standards and competencies outlined in the SCoPEd (Scope of Practice and Education) framework. This framework, developed collaboratively by leading counselling and psychotherapy bodies in the UK, ensures that students are prepared to meet the professional standards required in the field. By completing this top-up degree, students enhance their ability to work within various therapeutic contexts, demonstrating their commitment to professional growth and ethical practice.

Subject to validation.

Entry requirements

Please refer to College website.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop advanced counselling skills and therapeutic competencies
  • You'll study the SCoPEd framework and the professional standards it sets for counsellors
  • You'll explore ethical practice and how it applies across different counselling contexts
  • You'll build your ability to work within a range of therapeutic settings
  • You'll strengthen your academic and professional development at Honours level

How you will learn

This is a full-time, classroom-based programme at New College Durham's Framwellgate Moor Campus. Teaching is delivered in person during the day. For full details on assessment methods, contact the college directly or visit the college website, as the programme is subject to validation and course details may change.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. New College Durham will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Counsellor, working with individuals in private or NHS settings
  • Student counsellor, supporting wellbeing in schools or universities
  • Workplace counsellor, providing employee assistance support
  • Bereavement counsellor, helping people through loss and grief
  • Relationship counsellor, working with couples and families
  • Voluntary sector counsellor, supporting community mental health services

What you could study next

  • BACP accreditation, the recognised route to becoming a fully accredited counsellor in the UK
  • Postgraduate Diploma or MA in Counselling or Psychotherapy, for those wanting to specialise further or move into research
  • Supervision training, for experienced counsellors who want to support other practitioners

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