Level 6 Therapeutic Counselling Supervision Course in Bishop Auckland. Classes run at Bishop Auckland College, part-time during the day, over one year. This therapeutic counselling supervision qualification is for qualified counsellors who want to move into a clinical supervision role. You'll need at least 450 hours of client experience and a Level 5 Diploma or higher, held for at least two years. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm the course is the right fit.
Who this course is for
Our CPCAB-awarded Counselling Supervision Certificate (Level 6 Certificate) is aimed at qualified and experienced counsellors who want to have counselling supervision training to progress their career and move into a clinical supervision role.
Entry requirements
To complete this course, you will need: - at least 450 hours of counselling and therapeutic experience with clients - have been qualified at Level 5 (Diploma level) or higher for at least two years .
What you will learn
You'll develop the skills to supervise other counsellors in clinical settings.
You'll explore models and frameworks used in counselling supervision.
You'll practise giving structured, ethical feedback to supervisees.
You'll learn how to manage the supervisory relationship professionally.
You'll examine safeguarding, confidentiality, and professional boundaries in supervision.
You'll reflect on your own practice as a developing supervisor.
How you will learn
You'll attend classroom-based sessions at Bishop Auckland College throughout the year. Learning is built around group discussion, reflective practice, and skills development with peers. Assessment is through written assignments and observed supervision practice. You'll build a portfolio of evidence to demonstrate your competence as a counselling supervisor.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Bishop Auckland College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Clinical supervisor, overseeing counsellors in NHS or private settings
Counselling supervisor, supporting practitioners in charity or third-sector organisations
Senior counsellor, taking on supervisory responsibilities alongside client work
Training supervisor, supporting counselling students on placement
Private practice supervisor, offering paid supervision to qualified counsellors
What you could study next
A Level 7 qualification in counselling or psychotherapy, for those moving toward advanced clinical or academic roles.
A postgraduate certificate or diploma in counselling supervision, if you want to teach or train other supervisors.
Membership of a professional body such as BACP or UKCP at senior or fellow level, which may require evidence of supervision practice at this level.
