CPCAB Level 3 Certificate in Applied Counselling Studies
| Starting on Tues 9 Sep 2025 | Lasting 36 weeks | ||
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Scheduled TimesTues at 17:00 – 21:00 (plus Saturday 27/6/26 from 09.30-3.30 hrs) |
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Apply| Starting on Wed 10 Sept 2025 | Lasting 36 weeks | ||
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Scheduled TimesWed at 17:00 – 21:00 (plus Saturday 27/6/26 from 09.30-3.30 hrs) |
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| Starting on Thurs 11 Sept 2025 | Lasting 36 weeks | ||
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Scheduled TimesThurs at 17:00 – 21:00 (plus Saturday 27/6/26 from 09.30-3.30 hrs) |
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Course Information
Are there any additional costs?
You may want to buy a book from the recommended reading list.
How will I be assessed?
Portfolio and tutor assessment
What do I need to bring to the class?
A pen and some paper. An A4 plastic folder or wallet to keep your journals/handouts in.
What next?
This course offers progression onto the CPCAB Level 4 course which enable students to become a qualified counsellor. Students can also progress onto the Open University Foundation Degree or a Post Graduate course.
What is the course about?
This qualification is the natural progression for students who have successfully completed the CPCAB Level 2 Certificate in Counselling or its equivalent and want to take the next step in training to become a counsellor. It is also useful for people seeking a career change and who wish to attain accredited counsellor status in the future. Candidates should either have undertaken counselling skills training e.g. CPCAB Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills or equivalent units/qualifications of at least 75 hours, (e.g NCFE counselling qualifications 1 and 2). You will develop practical counselling skills for use at work or in a personal capacity whilst at the same time giving the opportunity to examine a number of theoretical counselling theories and models. The Level 3 course has increased from 90 to 150 hours for the academic year 2025/26 to meet the new CPCAB framework. The additional 60 hours will be spent on employability to support career pathways. You may be eligible for an Advanced Learner Loan on Level 3 and 4 courses.
Financial Information
Concessionary Fees
If you are studying an accredited course at Entry Level, Level 1 or Level 2 you may be eligible for a concessionary fee. If you fall into one of the following categories you will need to complete a self-declaration funding form and provide evidence of your means tested benefit. All evidence must be dated within three months of the course start date.
- Claiming Job Seekers Allowance/Employment Support Allowance or Universal Credit
- Receiving Universal Credit (UC) and your take home pay as recorded on your UC statement (disregarding UC payments and other benefits) is less than £617 per month (learner is sole adult in the benefit claim) or £988 per month (learner has a joint benefit claim with their partner)
- Earning less than £20,319 annual gross salary. You must provide evidence of your salary
You will need to provide evidence of your means tested benefit. All evidence must be dated within three months of the course start date.
Paying in Instalments
If your course costs more than £200 you may apply to pay in three instalments. You will need to complete and sign an instalment form. The first payment will be taken immediately, followed by a further payment at the start of the course and a final payment two months later. Please note that a handling charge of 10% of the course fee (up to a maximum of £30) is added to all instalment payments. You will still be liable for the full cost of the course if you leave the course prior to all instalments being paid.
Refunds
No refunds are given once a course has started. If a course is cancelled by the college you will receive a full refund of all fees paid. If you decide to cancel your enrolment before the class starts your payment will be refunded less a 20% administration charge (up to a maximum of £50). All refunds will be processed within 14 working days.
Please ring the Adult Education office on 01273 546602 for further information.