Your Course at a Glance
START DATE
September 2026
(Date TBC)
SCHEDULE
TBC
Evenings/
mornings available
DURATION
30 weeks
One lesson per week
INVESTMENT
£1,495
Payment plans available
STUDY COMMITMENT
3+ hours per week
(plus lesson time)
Why Choose the Standard Course?
Study at a more manageable pace over 30 weeks. Perfect for busy professionals, parents, or anyone who needs flexibility around work and life commitments.
Manageable pace – Spread your learning over 30 weeks for steady, gradual progress
Flexible scheduling – Evening and morning options to fit around work and family
Time to integrate learning – More space between sessions to process and reflect
Lower time commitment – 3-4 hours per week suits busy lifestyles
Same qualification – Same CPCAB Level 3 certificate as the intensive pathway
Perfect for Busy Lives
Designed for working professionals, parents, and anyone balancing multiple responsibilities.
One lesson per week fits around your schedule, not the other way around.
Your Weekly Commitment
Weekly lesson: 3-4 hours
(Evenings or mornings available)
Self-study: 3+ hours
Reading, reflection, and assignments
Total: 6-7 hours per week
What Makes The School of Counselling Different?
Whether you choose our intensive or standard pathway, you'll experience the same quality of teaching and the same depth of learning. This isn't just about passing assessments – it's about becoming the counsellor you want to be.
Experiential, Not Box-Ticking
We focus on who you're becoming, not just what you can demonstrate. Every lesson integrates theory, self-discovery, and practice.
Qualified Counsellors, Not Just Teachers
All our tutors are practicing counsellors who hold you through the emotional intensity of this work. They're facilitators of your growth, not lecturers.
Nurtured, Not Policed
We treat you as an adult learner developing at your own pace. You're supported, challenged, and held – never judged or policed to success.
What You'll Achieve in 30 Weeks
The standard pathway covers the same comprehensive CPCAB Level 3 curriculum as the intensive – you'll achieve the same qualification, just at a pace that fits your life.
Theory Integration
Understand theory as a framework for yourself and others, not abstract concepts
Self-Awareness
Deepen understanding of your patterns, triggers, and strengths
Agency Readiness
Build confidence for professional counselling work or further training
Extended Client Work
Work with the same "client" over multiple weeks, building therapeutic depth
Supervision
Skills
Reflect on your practice and use feedback to grow as a counsellor
Ethical
Practice
Navigate boundaries, confidentiality, and real-world ethical dilemmas
Authentic Practice
Become more of who you truly are to invite clients to do the same
90 guided learning hours 190+ total qualification hours No placement hours required
Is the Standard Course Right for You?
Perfect If You Are...
A working professional balancing career and training
A parent with family commitments who needs flexibility
Someone who prefers steady, gradual learning over intensity
Looking for evening or morning options (not full days)
Not rushing to complete for MSc/MA applications immediately
Consider the Intensive If You...
Can commit to full Wednesdays (9:30am-3pm) for 18 weeks
Want to complete your training quickly (by summer 2026)
Are applying for MSc/MA programmes and need faster completion
Prefer immersive, emotionally intensive learning days
Not sure which pathway is right? Book a call and we'll help you decide.
Investment & Next Steps
£1,495
30-Week Standard Course
Your investment includes:
90 guided learning hours with qualified counsellor tutors
All course materials and resources- CPCAB registration fee (included in deposit)
Ongoing tutorial support throughout your 30 weeks
Access to online learning tools (Padlet, Zoom, breakout rooms)
Payment Plans Available
£400 deposit secures your place
Remaining balance in monthly instalments
1
Enquire
Get in touch via phone or form
2
Interview
Informal chat within a week
3
Offer
Receive offer in 24 hours
4
Deposit
Secure place with £400
5
Start
September 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
When will the exact schedule be confirmed?
We'll confirm times closer to September 2026 based on student preferences. We typically offer Wednesday and Thursday evenings, and Friday mornings. Once enrolled, we'll survey students to find the best time for the cohort.
Can I work full-time while doing the standard course?
Absolutely! The standard course is designed for working professionals. With one 3-4 hour session per week (evenings or mornings) plus 3+ hours self-study, most students balance full-time work successfully.
Is the standard course easier than the intensive?
It's not easier academically – you'll cover the same CPCAB Level 3 content and achieve the same qualification. The difference is pace. The standard course spreads the learning over 30 weeks instead of 18, giving you more time to process and integrate between sessions.
What if the schedule doesn't work for me once it's confirmed?
We try to accommodate as many students as possible when setting the schedule. If the confirmed time genuinely doesn't work, we can discuss deferring to a future cohort or potentially switching to the intensive pathway if timing aligns.
I completed Level 2 elsewhere. Can I join your standard course?
Absolutely! As long as you have a CPCAB Level 2 qualification, you're welcome. We'll make sure you feel supported from day one.
Do I need to find my own placement or work with real clients?
No. Level 3 doesn't require placement hours. All your practice happens within the course in a safe, supervised environment with other students.
Can I switch to the intensive if I change my mind?
Potentially, if spaces are available and timing works. The intensive runs February-June, while standard runs September-March/April. We'll discuss your learning needs during your interview to help you choose the right pathway from the start.
What technology do I need?
A laptop or desktop with webcam, microphone, and stable internet. We use Zoom for lessons and tools like Padlet for activities. Everything is browser-based – no special software needed.
Still have questions?
Apply for the 30-Week Standard Course
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