Level 4 Therapeutic Counselling Course in Taunton. Classes run at Taunton College, part-time during the day. Fees are remitted for learners aged 16 to 18 years old. If you are 19 or over, fees may apply. The course runs over three years, giving you time to build your knowledge and practice skills alongside other commitments. You will study therapeutic models, counselling skills, and professional practice. The course prepares you for work in counselling roles across health, community, and voluntary settings.
Who this course is for
UCS College Group offers a wide range of courses across its four colleges and also offsite.
Courses cover many areas and can be used for different purposes
such as furthering personal development and career opportunities.
They can also be for recreational purposes. For individual
course details please refer to the college website or E-mail [email protected]
Entry requirements
Entry Requirements vary depending on the course, please refer to the college website or E-mail [email protected] for details.
What you will learn
You'll explore core therapeutic models, including person-centred, psychodynamic, and cognitive behavioural approaches.
You'll develop practical counselling skills through supervised practice.
You'll study human development, mental health, and psychological wellbeing.
You'll learn how to work ethically and within professional boundaries.
You'll understand diversity, equality, and how these shape the counselling relationship.
You'll build skills in self-reflection and personal development as a practitioner.
You'll learn how to assess clients and plan appropriate therapeutic support.
How you will learn
Learning takes place in the classroom through taught sessions, group work, and skills practice. You will also complete supervised counselling hours with real clients as part of your professional development. Assessment typically includes written assignments, reflective journals, case studies, and observation of your counselling practice. Entry requirements vary, so contact Taunton College directly for details before applying.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Taunton College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Counsellor. Work with individuals in private practice or community settings.
Bereavement counsellor. Support people through grief and loss.
Substance misuse counsellor. Work in addiction recovery services.
School or college counsellor. Support young people's emotional wellbeing.
Employee assistance counsellor. Provide workplace mental health support.
Voluntary sector counsellor. Work with charities and community organisations.
NHS talking therapies counsellor. Support clients through primary care services.
What you could study next
Level 5 Diploma in Psychotherapeutic Counselling. A natural next step for those wanting to deepen their therapeutic training and work with more complex presentations.
BACP accreditation. Once you have enough supervised practice hours, you can apply for accreditation with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, which many employers look for.
Degree in Counselling or Psychotherapy. Some universities accept Level 4 qualifications for entry onto undergraduate or top-up degree programmes.
