Save 20% on selected courses. Employer Funding - To register for a course through Employer Sponsorship, please contact us at Admin@instituteofcounselling.ac.uk
Professional Diploma in Counselling and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (2 modules ACCPH Accredited)
Course Code: UA1000 Save 20%
Course Fee: £599.00 NOW ONLY £479.20
Christmas Special Offer 20% off Course Fees Until 05/01/2026
You can pay the full price or pay a deposit of £89.00 (0% APR), followed by 6 monthly payments of £65.03

Why study with Institute Of Counselling

We have been delivering courses to our students since 1986 – in that time over 35,000 students worldwide have used our courses to enhance their helping skills and advance their career prospects. Our longevity is testament to the quality of our courses and support.
Etablished 1985

The Professional Diploma in Counselling and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) course consists of two modules. 

This Counselling and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) course is likely to benefit someone who wishes to build up their knowledge in counselling and extend their knowledge by studying a therapeutic approach. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) training has a growing popularity in private counselling practice and organisations such as the NHS and has been used to good effect by occupational health functions in Managing Absence at Work.

Employer Sponsorship/Course Funding

ACCPH
Institute of Counselling
rated
Rated 4.6 stars (467 reviews) Rated 4.6 stars (467 reviews) Rated 4.6 stars (467 reviews) Rated 4.6 stars (467 reviews) Rated 4.6 stars (467 reviews)

Syllabus for Professional Diploma in Counselling and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (2 modules ACCPH Accredited)

This Counselling and CBT diploma course consists of two modules:


Module 1 – Certificate in Counselling

This part of the course will provide you with a comprehensive and practical understanding of counselling knowledge and skills. Using Gerard Egan’s renowned three stage model outlined in ‘The Skilled Helper’, the syllabus takes a problem management and opportunity development approach to helping.

The module includes the following topics:

  • Introduction to Counselling Theory
  • The Psychodynamic Approach
  • The Behavioural Approach
  • The Person-Centred Approach
  • The Cognitive Approach
  • The Pastoral Approach
  • The Counselling Process
  • Basic Counselling Skills
  • Core Skills of "The Skilled Helper"
  • Professional Practice


Module 2– Certificate in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy

Students will be introduced to CBT, at the heart of which is the ABC model. They will also study:

  • the triadic structure
  • the role of automatic thoughts
  • the beliefs


and the need to challenge erroneous thought patterns through applying CBT techniques and strategies. The Diploma in Counselling and CBT course demonstrates how CBT can be used to effectively work with issues of depression, anxiety, fears and phobias, and anger.


Materials supplied with this course

20 Lessons and 8 tutor marked assignments are supplied in PDF and Word format, supplemented with suggested background reading.


Linkages to other courses

An option to this course are the Certificate in Counselling and the Diploma in CBT. Both courses are available for CPD purposes (course 121 and course 2000) and  (course CR200 and UD1000).

 

Accredited

This course is accredited by the ACCPH. The ACCPH are an independent professional body and register.




Request Prospectus
Request a Prospectus
Download our online prospectus, or request a printed version.
Request Prospectus
Experts in Clinical and Pastorial Counselling
The Institute of Counselling was founded in 1985 as a Christian based, not for profit independent educational charity. It is committed to promoting pastoral care throughout the services it provides.

Ready to start Professional Diploma in Counselling and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (2 modules ACCPH Accredited)?

Christmas Special Offer 20% off Course Fees Until 05/01/2026
Course Code: UA1000 Save 20%
Course Fee: £599.00 NOW ONLY £479.20
You can pay the full price or pay a deposit of £89.00 (0% APR), followed by 6 monthly payments of £65.03
Still not sure?
Ask one of our advisors or call us on 0141 204 2230
Submit
Institute of Counselling
rated
Rated 4.6 stars (467 reviews) Rated 4.6 stars (467 reviews) Rated 4.6 stars (467 reviews) Rated 4.6 stars (467 reviews) Rated 4.6 stars (467 reviews)
Rated 5 stars Rated 5 stars Rated 5 stars Rated 5 stars Rated 5 stars
Diploma in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
I felt the course was excellent and gave me what I needed to understand in order to complete the assignments. Having Marie Murphy as my tutor was especially beneficial.
Robert P, 6 days ago
Rated 4 stars Rated 4 stars Rated 4 stars Rated 4 stars Rated 4 stars
Certificate in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (Credit rated at SCQF level 8)
Good insight full course . course material layout could of been clearer and easier to understand . Would of been nice if course books were provided and included in the price of course and not having to be purchased separately.
Matthew S, 10 days ago
Rated 5 stars Rated 5 stars Rated 5 stars Rated 5 stars Rated 5 stars
Certificate in Counselling
I found the course really easy to follow and have really enjoyed completing it. My tutor has been very helpful, I have enjoyed communicating with Marie all through the course, and my assignments have been returned to me in a timely manner. The only point I would make (which is not a complaint), is that I really enjoyed watching the videos of counselling taking place, and I would have enjoyed watching more of these.
Susan M, 14 days ago
Rated 5 stars Rated 5 stars Rated 5 stars Rated 5 stars Rated 5 stars
Certificate in Couple and Family Counselling Skills
The Couple and family Counselling skills course was very meaningful for me. The material was easy to follow, my tutor was incredibly supportive and encouraging, and the institute provided a smooth and positive learning experience. I’m truly grateful for this journey
Soumya S, 14 days ago
Rated 5 stars Rated 5 stars Rated 5 stars Rated 5 stars Rated 5 stars
Diploma in Crisis Counselling
My tutor , Dr Marie Murphy has been incredibly supportive throughout the course. Her guidance, encouragement, and clarity made the entire learning journey meaningful and enjoyable. I truly appreciated her kindness and the way she made me feel confident in my work.
Soumya S, 14 days ago
Rated 4 stars Rated 4 stars Rated 4 stars Rated 4 stars Rated 4 stars
Diploma in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (Credit rated at SCQF level 8)
Overall the course was very informative and what is a big plus for me is using the materials as regular form CPD in keeping the most important aspects of CBT at the forefront of my support of patients.
Paul C, 32 days ago
Rated 5 stars Rated 5 stars Rated 5 stars Rated 5 stars Rated 5 stars
Certificate in Counselling
The course, if taken seriously as a basis for one's own study, was much better than I thought it would be. The saving grace of the entire course was the quality of the tutor! Dr Murphy was incredibly generous with her time and her academic advice. She turned this course into an extremely rigorous, interesting and enjoyable course. I am not sure that true empathy can be taught or explained and from what I have seen of the physical courses on offer at universities, this course offers a serious alternative for anyone who is self motivated and possess the ability to read people. By way of constructive criticism, the materials need to be reviewed and brought back into synergy and some explanations updated and expanded. I am incredibly grateful to Dr Murphy, Alan and Urska and wish them all the best for the future.
Michael S, 43 days ago
Rated 5 stars Rated 5 stars Rated 5 stars Rated 5 stars Rated 5 stars
Certificate in CBT 2 (Credit rated at SCQF level 8)
Dr.Marie Murphy is kind and always helpful. She got back in time and gave me good pointers to improve. It was very productive and helpful in building the knowledge. Thankyou so much for your mentor ship. Best Regards .
Padmapriya S, 43 days ago
Rated 5 stars Rated 5 stars Rated 5 stars Rated 5 stars Rated 5 stars
Certificate in CBT 2 (Credit rated at SCQF level 8)
Excellent structure, easy to follow. Logical progression with the two modules in CBT. Tools to be used with real world clients and detailed explanations of when and how to use the structured techniques. Highly recommend course.
Andrew F, 73 days ago
Rated 5 stars Rated 5 stars Rated 5 stars Rated 5 stars Rated 5 stars
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, 80 days ago