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Person-Centred Experiential Counselling and Psychotherapy Practice, MA, University of Nottingham

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University of Nottingham

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About Person-Centred Experiential Counselling and Psychotherapy Practice, MA - at University of Nottingham

Person-centred experiential psychotherapy and counselling is part of the group of therapies that are based on humanistic-existential psychology. This course enables you to gain the theoretical, professional and personal skills needed for effective counselling practice.

Our teaching is informed by over 50 years of counselling tradition, leading scholars and practitioners in the field. Their expertise and academic knowledge allow you to see how this type of counselling can have a tangible impact.

You will undertake a work placement as a counsellor and be supported by qualified practice educator, allowing you to build practical skills and develop as a counsellor. You may also engage with a wider community of scholars through training events, seminars and conferences organised by external organisations or the course team.

This course is ideal for those who wish to train to become a counsellor in this experiential area. It will equip you with the required number of training hours for individual accreditation with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy. It will also prepare you for doctoral studies in counselling and psychotherapy or related areas.

View our student profiles page to see what previous students say about their experience on the course.

Entry requirements

2:2 (or international equivalent) 

Prior experience in counselling and psychotherapy is not required, however, you should have one year of work/volunteer experience in a helping or supporting role.

All students are required to complete a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check before starting their placement.

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