Person Centred Counselling Foundation Degree in Newhaven
Cost�8250.00 The course includes 2 residential weekends at a local hotel which are at an additional cost of approximately �160 each. Personal counselling costs are normally in the range of �30-�45 per session though some counsellor�s offer reduced fees to co
Person Centred Counselling Foundation Degree in Newhaven. Classes run at Newhaven Marine Workshop Campus, full-time during the day. The course runs over two years and is grounded in the person-centred philosophy and therapy of Carl Rogers. It is accredited by BACP. You'll develop the knowledge, skills, and attitudes needed to work as a counsellor across settings including private practice and the NHS. Personal development, group work, seminars, and supervised practice are all part of the programme. The course fee is £8,250, with additional costs for two residential weekends and personal counselling sessions.
Who this course is for
The Foundation Degree in Person-Centred Counselling has been designed to enable students to develop the knowledge, skills and attitudes necessary to work as effective person-centred counsellors within a range of work settings including private practiceand NHS and to provide opportunities for professional and academic progression. The course is based on the person centered philosophy and therapy of Carl Rogers. All course tutors are qualified and experienced person-centred counsellors and the course is accredited by BACP.Those who have through life experiences and knowledge of person-centred beliefs and attitudes wish to become person-centred counsellors.
Entry requirements
Please see website
What you will learn
You'll develop person-centred counselling skills to form and maintain effective counselling relationships.
You'll build skills in reflection and reflexivity in relation to your counselling practice.
You'll analyse the social context of counselling, including diversity, culture, politics, and religion.
You'll explore personal development as a core part of becoming a counsellor.
You'll engage with group processes as a key element of professional learning.
You'll study the theoretical foundations of Carl Rogers' person-centred approach.
You'll develop professional attitudes and ethical awareness for counselling practice.
How you will learn
Learning takes place through small and large group work, seminars, creative workshops, tutored discussions, and lectures. Personal development work is integrated throughout. The course includes two residential weekends at a local hotel. You will also undertake personal counselling as part of your training, which carries an additional cost. All tutors are qualified and experienced person-centred counsellors.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Newhaven Marine Workshop Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start. You should also budget for two residential weekends (approximately £160 each) and personal counselling sessions, which typically cost £30 to £45 per session, though reduced fees may be available.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Counsellor, working in private practice with individual clients
NHS counsellor, supporting patients in primary care or IAPT services
Workplace counsellor, providing employee wellbeing support
Student counsellor, working in schools, colleges, or universities
Voluntary sector counsellor, working with charities or community organisations
Bereavement counsellor, supporting people through loss
What you could study next
BA (Hons) Counselling or Psychotherapy: a top-up degree that builds on a Foundation Degree and deepens your practice and theory.
BACP Individual Accreditation: once you have enough supervised practice hours, accreditation with BACP strengthens your professional standing.
Postgraduate Diploma or MSc in Counselling or Psychotherapy: for those who want to specialise further or move into more complex clinical work.
