BA (Hons) Counselling and Psychotherapy in Ormskirk United Kingdom | Edge Hill University

Gain hands-on experience by working with actual clients while honing your abilities. Build emotional intelligence and interpersonal skills. Learn to implement a person-centered experiential (PCE) therapeutic approach.
Your personal emotional growth is crucial during training. That's why we offer £500 for therapy in your first year, plus another £500 in years two and three for external supervision.
You'll acquire comprehensive knowledge and hands-on expertise through research-based, person-centered methods. From client sessions under supervision to practical training, our experienced faculty will guide you every step of the way.
This BA (Hons) Counselling & Psychotherapy program fulfills the British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy (BACP) training standards for professional registration. It also creates a pathway to individual BACP accreditation. You may choose to join other professional organizations as a student member during your studies or after graduation.

Upon completion, you'll be equipped to offer therapeutic assistance using empathetic listening techniques. You'll earn a qualification in experiential psychotherapy and counseling while developing versatile skills applicable to various careers. Potential career paths include counseling roles in education, healthcare, community services, or other public/private sectors.

Our alumni typically become PCE counselors and psychotherapists, joining counseling organizations or establishing private practices. Some continue their education through postgraduate programs or doctoral studies.
Continuous learning plays a significant role in our graduates' professional journeys, with ongoing CPD training being strongly encouraged. Regardless of your career path, you'll develop valuable transferable skills like effective communication and attentive listening that benefit numerous professions.

Sandwich year option available,