The Graduate Certificate in Counselling Skills programme is a part-time 60 credit on-campus programme delivered over an academic year (two semesters) and based on the SA1 Waterfront Campus in Swansea.
You will learn about the humanistic approach and core conditions of person- centered therapy and take part in practical, experiential activities that develop and practice the skills that are central to developing a helping relationship. We will take time to understand the quality and importance of the therapeutic relationship and consider contracting, mutuality, respect, autonomy, congruence, curiosity, building trust and empathic attunement.
Course details
- On-campus
- Part-time
- English
Tuition Fees 24/25
Home (Part-time): £2,500 per year
Overseas (Part-time): £6750 per year
Why choose this course?
What you will learn
The Graduate Certificate in Counselling Skills programme consists of two 30 credit modules at
Level 6 and combine theory, reflective practice, and skills development.
The programme is designed to give you the underpinning knowledge, skills, and competencies to use basic counselling skills, ethically and safely in a variety of contexts and roles. You will be introduced to the history and roots of therapy, its value base, and core concepts. We will draw on humanistic theory and basic ideas from the person-centred approach.
The programme enables you to develop confidence, reflectivity and reflexivity, critical awareness, and the skills necessary to engage with the wider social, ethical, and political context in which counselling and psychotherapy exists.
The Graduate Certificate in Counselling Skills programme continues to be a very popular and successful programme. Our course over the last two years has seen an outstanding retention and pass rate, with over 90% of students graduating with either a Merit or Distinction.
This programme has been developed as a ‘bridging course’ into the MA in Psychotherapeutic Practice programme, the aim is to combine the necessary skills training with theoretical understanding to provide students with the necessary entry requirements to apply for the Masters in Psychotherapeutic Practice.
Compulsory
(30 credits)
(30 credits )
Course Disclaimer
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We listen to student feedback and insights from industry and from professionals to ensure that course content is high-quality and up-to-date, and that it offers the best possible preparation for your future career or study goals.
For this reason, there might be modifications to the content of your course over time, to keep up to date with changes in the subject area or in the sector. If a module is no longer running, we’ll make sure to keep you informed, and work with you to choose a different suitable module.
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Staff
Our People
You will be taught and supported by a wide range of professional staff and teams here to help you get the university experience you are looking for. Our teaching staff were ranked 2nd in Wales for assessments and feedback (NSS 2023) meaning the comments you get back from your work will help you learn. Our commitment to your learning has seen our students place us as Top 10 in the UK for Lecturers and Teaching Quality. Find out more about our academic staff who teach across our courses.
Accommodation
Swansea Accommodation
Swansea has a huge student population, and the variety of accommodation available will leave you feeling spoilt for choice. Various purpose-built student accommodation providers provide accommodation in Swansea, and the accommodation team can guide you through your options. It will offer ongoing support throughout your time as a UWTSD student.
Further information
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You will need to be able to demonstrate the ability to work at level 6 and possess both the inter- and intrapersonal qualities required to engage with the emotional and academic demands of this programme.
This kind of training requires emotional maturity, self-reflection, and psychological robustnessTwo references uploaded with your application
Places for the course are limited and offered subject to interview.
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You will learn through practical experiential exercises, skills practice, personal reflective practice work and formal teaching.
Learning activities include working in triad groups, larger groups and individual student-led activities.
You will be expected to attend all teaching sessions and there is an 80% minimum attendance requirement.
There is no requirement for a student placement or personal therapy on this course.
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There is no requirement for a DBS, student placement or personal therapy on this course.
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You may be eligible for funding to help support your study. To find out about scholarships, bursaries and other funding opportunities that are available, please visit our Bursaries and Scholarships section.
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This programme is relevant to you if you are considering a career in counselling and psychotherapy or wish to enhance your CPD, interpersonal, communication and helping skills within your workplace, for example, nursing, social work, youth work and teaching.