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Once a qualification has an SCQF level and credit points it attracts national and international recognition for the learners who achieve it.
A selection of courses offered by the Institute of Counselling are given an academic value in the form of credits and level through use of the Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework (SCQF) by Glasgow Caledonian University (GCU). It is important for our students to appreciate what this means before embarking on their courses and whether or not this learning will suit their purpose.
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.
SCQF
The SCQF is the official framework measuring academic merit in Scotland, comparing the wide range of Scottish qualifications. It covers achievements such as those from school, college, university, and many work-based qualifications. It does this by giving each qualification a level and a number of credit points. The level of a qualification shows how difficult the learning is. The credit points show how much learning is involved in achieving that qualification. Each credit point represents an average of 10 hours of learning.
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, SCQF, 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.
The SCQF can
- help you decide how you progress in your learning;
- help you understand qualifications you are not familiar with;
- help employers understand different types of qualifications and help with the development of your skills;
- help colleges and universities identify the level that has been studied in a particular subject and make it easier to transfer credit points between different learning programmes; and
- provide recognition of other areas of your learning that may contribute to your personal development and your goals for the future.
Who uses the SCQF?
All Scottish universities and colleges are now using SCQF levels and credit points to describe their courses, if these are included in the Framework. A wide range of other learning is also being recognised using SCQF levels and credits. Some employers are using SCQF levels instead of, or as well as, types of qualification when they advertise jobs.
How does the SCQF work outside Scotland?
The SCQF also helps to illustrate the relationships between Scottish qualifications and those in the rest of the UK, Europe and beyond, which can clarify opportunities for international progression routes and credit transfer. The SCQF has been referenced to the European Qualifications Framework (EQF), meaning that there is now an easy way to compare the level of qualifications of the countries in Europe who have developed their own National Qualifications Framework. to see how this works click in the table(LHS) produced by the Quality Assurance agency for Higher Education www.qaa.ac.uk
For more information on the Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework, visit www.scqf.org.uk. For information on the SCQF level and credit points for learning programmes which have been credit rated, search the SCQF database online
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Certificate in CBT 2 (Credit rated at SCQF level 8)
Great Support from my Tutor .
Not only helped me personally , and hopefully in time i will be able to help others.
David P, 22 days ago
Certificate in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (Credit rated at SCQF level 8)
The course provided me with a comprehensive understanding of the fundamental principles of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). Through its structured materials, I was able to develop essential CBT skills that are crucial for effective practice in the field of mental health support. The knowledge I got has significantly enhanced my confidence as a mental health support counselor, enabling me to apply these techniques in real-world situations with greater assurance.
I would like to express my gratitude to Dr. Marie Murphy for her exceptional support throughout the course. Her insightful feedback was invaluable in helping me refine my skills and deepen my understanding of the material.
I am confident that I will revisit the course materials in the future, as they are well-organized and serve as a valuable resource for ongoing learning and professional development.
Liliia K, 74 days ago
Certificate in CBT 2 (Credit rated at SCQF level 8)
i found this course and the material very informative, lots of personal tasks which helped to develop my knowledge and understanding of CBT.
My tutor was helpful and would give direction if I was unsure of something.
I feel able to begin to introduce CBT into my own work with more confidence.
beverley R, 79 days ago
Diploma in Youth Counselling
Given that the course is entirely distance-learning and not in-person, the quality of tutoring including communication, advice and feedback is excellent. The course materials are excellent and provide links to all the essential texts for the subject. I feel as though I have learned a great deal over the course of my studies and it has enhanced my practice and enabled me to move forward in my professional aims.
Dave S, 80 days ago
Certificate in Christian Counselling
The course material is in-depth, allowing me to reflect on and consider the role of a Christian Counsellor at the basic /Introductory level.
I received detailed and positive feedback from the Tutor, Marie Murphy, which demonstrated my ability and skills to pursue the role of a Christian Counsellor. Marie's feedback has helped to guide me in this role.
Thank you.
Marcia T, 118 days ago
Certificate in Couple and Family Counselling Skills
Dr Murphy made my study for diploma in Couple and Family Counselling really interesting, she is very honest and approachable. I really looked forward for all her comments and do take them on board and will implement them in my ministerial role.
I just want to say thank you for helping me to see my hidden potentials and to see situations and individuals from a different point of view to which I formerly held.
Mobrae
Mobrae M, 127 days ago
Certificate in Counselling
Good, really interesting and was grateful for the quick turn around on my assignments after them being sent to a different tutor.
Very grateful and feel really good about the course and getting it completed.
Lisa C, 157 days ago
Certificate in CBT 2 (Credit rated at SCQF level 8)
Marie has been an excellent tutor throughout this course and consistently supportive. Marie has also been excellent in outlining any areas where more depth or focus may have been required by me as a student in relation to coursework. Marie has also been extremely accessible for any queries and prompt to reply.
Ian C, 158 days ago
Certificate in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
Some of the course work seems a little dated
David P, 158 days ago
Diploma in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (Credit rated at SCQF level 8)
The course materials made sense and explained what was required throughout.
My tutor (Marie Murphy) was really engaging throughout and very supportive when I asked questions and probed into next steps etc. If/when I sign up for my next course I would ask for Marie to be my tutor again.
Nick A, 170 days ago