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Accreditation

A wide selection of our courses are accredited by the ACCPH (Accredited Counsellors, Coaches, Psychotherapists and Hypnotherapists). The ACCPH are an independent Professional Body and Register for counsellors, psychotherapists, coaches and hypnotherapists.

Glasgow Caledonian University

A selection of our courses are university credit rated by Glasgow Caledonian University with between 30 - 120 credit points (3rd year BA/BSc level), these particular courses specialise within a specific area of counselling. The Institute of Counselling also delivers a diploma programme, which is credit rated by Glasgow Caledonian University with 120 credit points (3rd year BA/BSc level). Please see our course list for further details.

ACCPH

A wide selection of our courses are accredited by the ACCPH (Accredited Counsellors, Coaches, Psychotherapists and Hypnotherapists). The ACCPH are an independent Professional Body and Register for counsellors, psychotherapists, coaches and hypnotherapists. They are committed to safeguarding public interests and promoting high standards of conduct, education and training within the counselling profession.

The ACCPH ensure that all accreditation of courses and training is of the highest standard, including nationally recognised standards set by Ofqual, Higher Education frameworks and similar bodies. Your profile with ACCPH enables the public and employers to check a person is qualified and enables the employer or member of the public to verify your information. The ACCPH provides a professional platform for marketing your skills, qualifications, website and any social media transparently to your target audience(s).

Social Enterprise Scotland

The Institute of Counselling is a Social Enterprise Member of Social Enterprise Scotland.  Social Enterprise Scotland is an independent, membership-led organisation who have championed the social enterprise sector for more than 15 years.

Social Enterprise Scotland are involved in representing social enterprises to policy-makers. Please click the link to visit their website for more information.


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Diploma in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (Credit rated at SCQF level 8)
Super happy with the support and constructive feedback I hve received. I have thoroughly enjoyed the course work and experience Thank you
Leanne F, 2 days ago
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Certificate in CBT 2 (Credit rated at SCQF level 8)
I have enjoyed this course very much, it has been challenging but rewarding and I would thoroughly recommend it! My tutor was very supportive and a great mentor to guide me through. The course content and materials were excellent, very informative and professional at this higher level. I would rate this course as excellent for anyone wishing to develop further their counselling and therapist skills.
MARK H, 10 days ago
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Certificate in CBT 2 (Credit rated at SCQF level 8)
I liked the structure of the course. The material was interessting and was presented very clear, and the set-up in the folder was inviting to learn. I liked that there were colourful graphics to enhance the learning experience. A great benefit is that each stutdent is assigned a personal tutor to help them through the coure. Marie Murphy was my personal tutor, she was very helpful and supportive with any questions and concerns I had. Her feedback on my written work was always encouraging and uplifting. She certainly has a great gift in tutoring and I am very grateful that Marie was assigned to me. The course content is clear and in depth. I got a good overview of CBT in general and about specific disorders and different methods used. What I was missing a little is that the content of the course material is still the same as fifteen years ago. I would have liked to see more of the newer approaches or new methods that have evolved and have enhanced CBT since then. But that is my personal preference. Over all it is a great course and I can really recommend it to others. A great benefit is that it is accredited by the ACCPH which is internationally recognised.
Caroline T, 13 days ago
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Certificate in Counselling
I was impressed with the course contents, assignments and responses generally.
Olaitan A, 29 days ago
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Certificate in Christian Counselling
The course provided me with the introductory knowledge that I needed. The assignments were challenging but allowed me to demonstrate what I was learning and how I could apply it to client work. Marie Murphy was an excellent tutor and her feedback was encouraging and detailed.
John B, 35 days ago
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Diploma in Grief and Bereavement Counselling
I thoroughly enjoyed all aspects of this course, so much so that I want to continue on my counselling journey! I haven't done any learning for over 25 years and was very proud of achieving A's for all my assignments, it goes to show whatever age you are it's never too late to learn
Joanne O, 49 days ago
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Diploma in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (Credit rated at SCQF level 8)
Really enjoyed the course and looking forward to the diploma .
David P, 55 days ago
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Certificate in Grief and Bereavement
I found the course very beneficial and the content was excellent. My tutor was very responsive, supportive and encouraging.
Carmen B, 63 days ago
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Diploma in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (Credit rated at SCQF level 8)
The course was very challenging ,intense and inspiring. I enjoyed it immensely and I am very grateful to have been part of this rewarding project.
Trlma L, 67 days ago
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Diploma in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (Credit rated at SCQF level 8)
I enjoyed the course and look forward to moving into the next section and learning more. The online aspect very convenient give I work. My tutor Dr Murphy was prompt and gave good feedback. I would recommend a more concise and clear 1-2 page document on expectations for assessments, assignments and dates, with clear documentation and labelling, separate to other materials, as I found this information a little disjointed to find. Otherwise very enjoyable module.
Christopher C, 84 days ago