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Frequently Asked Questions

We understand that you may have particular needs or concerns when considering your study choices on the Counselling and Psychotherapy programme. This section covers the most commonly asked questions. Please do not hesitate to get in touch if you have any further questions

Answers to Frequently Asked Questions .....

I have never studied at University before. Which course should I enrol on to?

If you have never studied at University before, you will usually enrol on to the Introduction to Counselling Skills course before progressing on to any of our other counselling courses. Some continuing professional development courses such as the Graduate Certificate in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy are open to people with relevant professional experience.

I have not done any studying for many years. Will I find the course too difficult?

Our students come from a range of backgrounds with a variety of educational and work experiences. We provide a range of support services, resources and guidance on study skills. Module tutors are available to support individual students with most academic problems.

What does it mean that the course is BACP accredited?

If a course is BACP accredited, the course will provide you with the knowledge, skills and expertise needed for eligibility for individual accreditation with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), subject to individual attainment of the additional requirements of the BACP. The MA in Psychodynamic Counselling and Psychotherapy is BACP accredited.

Are any of the courses available to study via distance learning?

Yes. The Foundation Degree in Drug and Alcohol Counselling is available to study via distance learning.

I have done an FE level Counselling skills course. Can I opt out of doing the Introduction to Counselling Skills course and enrol straight on to the Certificate of Higher Education in Counselling?

No. If you have completed an FE level counselling skills course you will not have gained any University Credits. Therefore, you will need to do the Introduction to Counselling Skills course before you apply for the Certificate of Higher Education in Counselling.

I have dyslexia, is there any help available?

Yes. The University of Leicester AccessAbility Centre will be able to help.  Please email, accessable@le.ac.uk  or give the centre a call on 0116 252 5002.

Can I get help with paying my fees?

More information about funding available for the courses can be found by clicking on Financing your Studies.

Will I have to buy lots of books?

No. We recommend that where possible, you borrow any books that you need from the Vaughan College Library or the David Wilson Library. We also recommend that, where appropriate, you read journal articles and specialist Counselling magazines to broaden your knowledge and to keep up to date with new developments within the Counselling profession, which can be accessed via university online library.

I have had some mental health problems in the past. Would that affect my ability to train be a Counsellor?

There is no simple answer to this question. Before applying for a place on our courses we recommend that you read the Selection Policy for Counsellor Training. If you have a current mental health problem we would need to think carefully as to able to whether you would be able to manage the requirements of the course.

I would like to enrol onto a course. What do I do next?

You can find the application forms for all of our courses by clicking on Applications Forms.

Please note: If your country of birth, permanent residence, or nationality are outside the EU, you will be asked to complete a Fee Status Questionnaire so that your immigration/fee status can be assessed prior to registration. (For further advice on immigration, please contact our Student Welfare Services at 0116 223 1185, or email welfare@le.ac.uk)