FdA Integrative Counselling

The FdA Integrative Counselling course at the University of Worcester provides students with a comprehensive understanding of integrative counselling practices. The course covers various approaches to counselling, including humanistic, cognitive-behavioral, and relational therapies. Students will learn how to assess client needs, develop effective treatment plans, and provide empathetic support to individuals and groups. The program also covers the ethical and legal considerations of counselling practice, ensuring students are prepared to work in a responsible and professional manner. By the end of the course, students will have developed the skills and knowledge necessary to pursue a career as an integrative counsellor.

Additional Information

The University of Worcester has a strong reputation for providing high-quality counselling education. The program is designed to meet the needs of students who want to work in a variety of settings, including private practice, hospitals, and community organizations. With small class sizes and experienced faculty, students receive personalized attention and support throughout their studies.

Discover Your Potential at the University of Worcester: A Leading Institution for Counselling Education.

The University of Worcester offers an excellent learning environment for those interested in counselling. The university's commitment to social justice and equality provides a foundation for the course, ensuring that students are prepared to work with diverse populations and address complex issues. Additionally, the university's location in Worcestershire provides access to a range of placement opportunities, allowing students to gain hands-on experience in the field.

The Foundation Degree (FDA) in Integrative Counselling, offered by Iron Mill in Exeter and Poole is accredited by the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). The program is designed to qualify competent, confident, and creative counselors, who stand out from the crowd as highly professional graduates, well-resourced for entering the workplace. The programs are exciting, vocationally relevant, and with a clear focus on up-to-date counseling theory and practice. The FDA in Integrative Counselling prepares graduates to practice as professional counselors and resources those who are aiming for future personal accreditation with the BACP. Graduates will also be eligible for direct progression onto the BA (Hons) Integrative Counselling, to top up to a full honors degree in just one year of study.

To be eligible for this course you must:

• Have completed at least 30 hours of preliminary counseling training. Applicants not meeting this requirement will be recommended to take the Iron Mill Certificate in Counselling. 

• Possess 4 GCSEs (Grade C/4 or above) and one A level (or equivalent) at Grade C or above, or 32 UCAS tariff points.

• Be willing to undertake an Enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check, plus an occupational health check, during the application process.

20 hours of work permit weekly for international students.