1Introduction 7
May we begin by warmly welcoming you to the Diploma in Person-Centred Counselling. The College is delighted that you have chosen to study with us. We hope you will be enriched by the programme, and will graduate well equipped to develop your career as a counsellor. 7
Philosophy of the programme 7
2Programme Team 8
3Personal Tutor 8
3.1Plymouth Portal 9
4Programme Details 10
4.1Enhancement Activities 10
4.2Progression through the programme 11
4.3HE Careers Guidance – Cornwall College 11
4.4HE Careers Guidance – Plymouth University 11
5Employment Opportunities 12
6Teaching, Learning and Assessment 12
6.1Referencing Guides 12
7Assessment Schedules and Feedback 13
8Student Feedback 16
8.1Student Representation and Enhancement 16
8.2Student Perception Surveys 16
8.3Closing the Feedback Loop 17
8.4Programme Committee Meetings (PCM) 18
8.5Complaints 18
8.6Extenuating Circumstances 18
9Appendix 20
9.1Programme Specification 20
Programme Title: Diploma in Person Centred Counselling and Therapy 21
Partner Delivering Institution: Plymouth University 21
State Date: September 2016 21
First Award Date: 2018 / 2019 21
Date(s) of Revision(s) to this Document: 31 March 2016/8 September 2016/20 Sept 16 21
Contents 22
PS1. Programme Details 26
Diploma in Person Centred Counselling and Therapy 26
PS2. Brief Description of the Programme 26
PS3. Details of Accreditation by a Professional/Statutory Body (if appropriate) 27
PS4. Exceptions to Plymouth University Regulations 27
PS5. Programme Aims 27
PS6. Programme Intended Learning Outcomes (ILO) 27
PS7 Distinctive features 28
PS8. Student Numbers 29
PS9. Progression Route(s) 29
PS10. Admissions Criteria 30
The following will be assessed through a personal statement and interview: 30
Self-awareness, maturity and stability 30
PS11. Academic Standards and Quality Enhancement 31
PS12. Programme Structure 32
PS13. Explanation and Mapping of Learning Outcomes, Teaching & Learning and Assessment 33
9.2The professional role and responsibility of the therapist 34
9.3Understanding the client (BACP) 39
9.3.1The therapeutic process (BACP) 43
9.3.2The social, professional and organisational context for therapy (BACP) 48
PS14. Work Based/ Related Learning 53
Appendix 54
Lecture 56
45 56
Guided Independent Study 56
155 56
Lecture 58
45 58
Guided Independent Study 58
155 58
Lecture 60
20 60
Practical sessions and workshops 60
25 60
Guided Independent Study 60
155 60
Lecture 65
Guided Independent Study 65
Bond, T (2014) Confidentiality & Record Keeping in Counselling & Psychotherapy. London: Sage 66
Bond, T (2005) Therapists in Court: Providing Evidence and Supporting Witnesses. London: Sage 66
Bond, T (2015) Standards and Ethics for Counselling in Action. London: Sage 66
Bond,T & Mitchels,B (2010) Essential Law for Counsellors and Psychotherapists. London: Sage 66
Lecture 68
Guided Independent Study 68
2Contents Page 74
Section 3.0: Writing Style 75
Section 4.0: Format of Text 76
iHow should I set out references in my reference list? 81
kAcceptable Abbreviations 84
Section 6.0: Tables and Figures 84
Section 7.0: Reports 85
If you are set a report for an assignment, please check with the tutor responsible for guidance on the desired format 86
Section 8.0: Essays 86
Section 9: Grammatical Mistakes 88
AskOxford (2006) What is the difference between 'affect' and 'effect'?, 89
Application for Extenuating Circumstances Affecting Late or Non-Submission or Non-Attendance of Assessment 96
Introduction 99
Extenuating circumstances policy 99
What is an extenuating circumstance? 100
What is NOT an Extenuating Circumstance? 100
Procedure (see flow chart and form) 101
Corroborating evidence 101
Consideration of extenuating circumstances claims 102
Student Extenuating Circumstances Claim Procedure - Flowchart 103
PS2. Brief Description of the Programme 19
PS3. Details of Accreditation by a Professional/Statutory Body (if appropriate) 20
PS4. Exceptions to Plymouth University Regulations 20
PS5. Programme Aims 20
PS6. Programme Intended Learning Outcomes (ILO) 20
PS8. Student Numbers 22
PS9. Progression Route(s) 22
PS10. Admissions Criteria 23
PS11. Academic Standards and Quality Enhancement 24
PS12. Programme Structure 25
PS13. Explanation and Mapping of Learning Outcomes, Teaching & Learning and Assessment 26
PS14. Work Based/ Related Learning 43
Programmes of study in counselling and psychotherapy prepare students to be self-reflective, ethical practitioners committed to career-long professional development and to the maintenance of professional standards
The course is offered on a part time basis enabling learners to remain in employment whilst pursuing the qualification. The Diploma provides the opportunity to continue to degree level whilst also to developing their knowledge in areas of professional and personal interest.
Learners complete 100 supervised client hours during the course within a placement setting. It is strongly suggested that learners undertake Personal therapy as an aspect of their own personal development. The programme has been developed and is delivered by qualified counsellors and supervisors who remain in practice.