Telford,
United Kingdom
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Professional Doctorate in Counselling Psychology in Wolverhampton United Kingdom | University of Wolverhampton
University of Wolverhampton
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Wolverhampton United Kingdom
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP
16,950
(c. USD22,648.08)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months
The University of Wolverhampton's Doctor of Counselling Psychology is a BPS and HCPC-recognized program designed to train professional counselling psychologists through rigorous instruction in theoretical knowledge, research methodologies, and practical clinical competencies. Why select this program Counselling psychology presents an engaging discipline brimming with prospects for both personal development and career advancement. Our doctoral program provides access to an exceptional combination of academic instruction, hands-on training, clinical placements, and cutting-edge resources. This HCPC-approved and BPS-accredited doctoral qualification delivers: An immersive educational journey guided by specialist faculty. Advanced learning environments with modern equipment. Practical placement options across diverse healthcare settings under expert supervision. The program holds accreditation from both the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and the British Psychological Society (BPS). Distinctive program features Among the UK's most established BPS/HCPC-accredited counselling psychology training programs Includes complimentary specialized training in mindfulness therapy, EMDR Level 1, BPS psychometric assessment, and DCoP conference participation Established placement network featuring an exclusive three-year partnership with Black Country Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Incorporates multiple therapeutic modalities: humanistic, cognitive-behavioral, psychodynamic, and systemic frameworks Adaptable study formats with both full-time and part-time enrollment options Specialized coursework covering modern practice domains: establishing private practices, psychopharmacology, trauma-focused CBT, forensic psychology Practical experience opportunities through the Psychology Community Research Clinic Comprehensive professional growth support with individualized tutoring Faculty engaged in cutting-edge research spanning forensic, counselling, and clinical psychology specialties
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Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 7.0
Qualification Requirements
Applicants will need to evidence the following criteria: a 2.1 Honours degree in Psychology or equivalent, eligibility for Graduate Basis for Chartered status with the British Psychological Society (GBC), possession of a qualification in counselling skills to Level 3 certificate standard, 6 months (full-time) or 12 months (part-time) in a paid or voluntary helping role, using counselling skills with clients on a face-to-face basis. Experience should normally have taken place within the last five years and would normally equate to 100 hours direct counselling work. Overseas applicants must provide confirmation from the British Psychological Society (BPS) that their degree has been recognised as such and must also possess a recognised qualification in counselling at least to certificate level accredited by a professional body. Please also note that to be eligible to apply for Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) registration upon graduation candidates need a minimum of IELTS 7.0, with no individual element less than 6.0 or equivalent, TOEFL overall Score of 94 with no component score less than 21.
Tuition
GBP
16,950