Diploma(HE) in Counselling (Child and Young Person)
CHANGE YOUNG LIVES
Delivered in partnership with Anglia Ruskin University, this course offers modern, specialist clinical training in an authentic environment.
Through your studies, you’ll develop understanding in areas including child development, psychopathology, creative techniques, art materials and play. There’s a focus on developing self-awareness too, so you’ll engage in observed groups.
From Year 3 you’ll complete a placement totalling 150 clinical hours.
The course is designed so that you develop British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy (BACP) competences.
Sign up to meet the Renew Training Team at a Renew Chelmsford Open Day.
teaching and modules
Develop your person-centred counselling skills, before progressing on to a clinical placement.
This course covers practical counselling skills, as well as exploring person-centred theory. There are opportunities to use play and art materials, and develop your own set of resources to support therapeutic creative expression.
You’ll learn more about current therapeutic work, and the significance of early experiences on emotional well-being and mental health. You’re also encouraged to reflect on your own practice.
You can find the full list of modules on the Anglia Ruskin University website.
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Academic Excellence with ARU
We work in close academic partnership with Anglia Ruskin University (ARU) to deliver this course. While you will study at our Chelmsford headquarters and be taught by Renew’s specialist tutors, your qualification is fully validated by ARU.
By staying on the Renew website for your application and enquiries, you ensure a direct line of communication with our training team who manage the recruitment process personally.
Your Path to Professional Practice
Entry Requirements: Applicants typically require a Level 2 or 3 Certificate in Counselling Skills (like our Introduction course) and a successful interview.
Progression: Upon successful completion, students are eligible to progress to our BA (Hons) in Counselling and Psychotherapy (Top-Up) programme to gain full degree status.
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Our work in schools is usually carried out as part of a specific contract with an individual school, multi-academy trust or local development group.
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Our work in schools is usually carried out as part of a specific contract with an individual school, multi-academy