Next intake September 2010
You can download
A course prospectus here:Course_prospectus_2010.pdf
An application form here: CourseApplicationForm.pdf
Introduction:
This certificate course is at graduate level 6 and is the introductory course for those people who wish to join the B.P.C.C. Post Graduate Programme and has University approval with Birmingham City University. This course will focus on fostering students to understand the ethics, privileges and responsibilities of becoming a psychotherapist, and for humanistic psychotherapy principles and philosophies to be introduced in order to give a firm foundation of learning for use in later years.
There are two single modules and one double module. Each single module equates to 15 credits and contains 35 hours of tutor contact time, 15 hours peer group based learning and 100 hours self-directed learning. The double module equates to 30 credits and contains 70hours of tutor contact time, 30 hours peer group based learning and 200 hours of self directed learning. The taught elements of the course are held over weekends, a total of ten 14-hour weekends - 140 teaching hours in all per year.
Each day starts with a 'Check-in' and the setting of learning contracts. This will be followed by a theory teaching session that introduces the concepts and theories set for that day. Discussions and small group work, including demonstrations and exercises, will assist in integrating and consolidating this new learning to that already known. The day closes with a group review and a 'Check-out'.
Tutors on the course:
The Training Programme will be delivered by a number of trainers who are either B.A.C.P. accredited or U.K.C.P. registered psychotherapists. The Director of Training at the B.P.C.C. is Cathy McQuaid PTSTA, CTA, MSc Psychotherapy; Cert Ed; Dips Counselling; U.K.C.P. Registered.
Course Dates:
2010: 10/11/12 Sept; 2/3 Oct; 6/7 Nov; 4/5 Dec;
2011: 8/9 Jan ; 5/6 Feb; 5/6 Mar; 2/3 Apr; 6/7/8 May.
Validation:
The B.P.C.C. is an Institute of Transactional Analysis (I.T.A.) Registered Training Establishment and as such, all training offered by the B.P.C.C. is recognised in the U.K. by the I.T.A., in Europe by The European Association for Transactional Analysis (E.A.T.A.), and worldwide by the International Transactional Analysis Association' (I.T.A.A.).
The training programme at the B.P.C.C. has also been approved by Birmingham City University.
Course Aim:
This course will provide a foundation for the practice of an Integrated Humanistic Psychotherapy for those students who do not have the knowledge and experience of counselling or psychotherapy to enable them to work at an advanced level required by the Postgraduate programme. The Certificate course will be taken in one academic year. It will be a skills based preparation for counselling and psychotherapeutic practice.
It is for anyone who is interested in developing the skills and theory learned during the Foundation Certificate in Transactional Analysis, or other preliminary training course, for people who are interested in becoming a Integrated Humanistic Psychotherapist, and for Counsellors who have already completed their basic training and wish to join the post graduate psychotherapy programme but have not completed sufficient credits at a higher education level of training.
Learning Outcomes:
By the end of the Graduate Certificate course the student will be able to:
1) Identify the fundamental principles of an integrated humanistic approach to psychotherapy.
2) Demonstrate the skills of reflection necessary for the practice of integrated humanistic
psychotherapy.
3) Identify the ethical, legal and professional standards necessary to support therapeutic practice for integrated humanistic psychotherapy.
Course Content:
Module One - Theories of the Person: 15 credits at level 6
This module provides a theoretical foundation for students who wish to learn the fundamentals of how the humanistic approach views human development and opportunities for growth. Strong emphasis placed on the connections between theory, practice and reflection. Students will have an opportunity work with the concepts presented. Students are encouraged to be reflective learners who integrate what they learn within their personal experiences.
Assessment: One 3000 word assignment.
Module Two - Theories of Relationship: 15 credits at level 6.
This module will focus on developing student awareness of how healthy and unhealthy relationships are developed. The principle approach of a humanistic view of psychotherapy is that it is a relational endeavour between the client and the psychotherapist. Therefore it is essential to have a thorough understanding of how relationship patterns are formed and reinforced throughout life with option to develop new ways of relating. Students will be expected to explore their own ways of relating and to examine their relationships with peers and tutors on the course.
Assessment: 3000 word written assignment.
Module 3 - Preparation for Clinical Practice: 15 credits at level 6
This module addresses the fundamental aspects of ethical and professional standards necessary for undertaking a clinical practice placement. The module will focus on the preparation for practice in order to support the student in developing an understanding and an awareness of issues inherent in practice. The module will address the importance of supervisory relationship in supporting the student in practice. The emphasis is on placing ethical thinking centrally within the process and an exploration of the personal and moral qualities of the practitioner and the ethical frameworks to therapeutic practice.
Assessment: One 3000 word written assignment. Seminar Presentation.
Module 4 - Personal Development: 15 credits at level 6
The aim of this module will be to develop the student’s capacity for self-reflection, self-awareness and openness to challenge: personal attitudes, assumptions, beliefs and values, interpersonal strengths, limitations and areas for growth. Students will explore issues of difference and diversity and how to relate to the theory and practice of psychotherapy. Emphasis will be placed on the students’ growing awareness of their own sense of self within the training group, how they are perceived by and impact on others. This process will continue into the skills based work informing the student of their impact on the therapeutic relationship.
Assessment: One 3000 word written assignment.
A Personal journal is to be kept throughout the duration of the course.
Award:
Upon satisfactory completion of all modules students will be awarded a Graduate Certificate Integrated Humanistic Psychotherapy. *
Fees:
The cost for each year is £1750, this includes the University fees. Fees are due on acceptance of a place on the course.
Additional Costs:
For students undertaking the TA Pathway: Student Membership of the I.T.A. (approx £55).
For All Students:
Students seeking U.K.C.P. registration are required to be in personal therapy for a minimum of 40 hours per year throughout the duration of their training (minimum of 4 years). This should normally be with a U.K.C.P. registered psychotherapist or equivalent. Therapy costs are usually £35-£45 per hour, but some therapists will offer reduced rates to students. Costs for books will also need to be considered.
Students who are already seeing clients also need to be in supervision at a ratio of 1 supervision hour for every 6 client hours and for 1.5 hours per month. Supervisors rates vary but are generally £35-£45 per hour, but sometimes supervision is offered by the placement as part of their contract. Students seeing clients will also need to provide evidence of professional indemnity insurance and the membership of a professional Counselling and or Psychotherapy Body e.g. ITA, UKAHPP or BACP.
Standard Graduate Certificate Course Entry Requirements:
Either:
1. A university degree;
or
2. A qualification in one of the helping professions e.g. nursing, social work, teaching, etc.,
Plus:
At least five years experience of professional / voluntary work (full or part-time) that involves the establishing of ‘helping relationships’;
Plus:
1. Successful completion of the Foundation Certificate in Transactional Analysis or equivalent. or
Successful completion of at least one year of counselling training in a core theoretical model at level 3 or higher.
2
Non-Standard entry:
In the event that any of the above entry requirements are not met, there may be a need to evidence the entry requirements through an interview, via a portfolio of achievement, and from references. The Course Director will need to be assured that the candidate is able to grasp the techniques of scholarship required at postgraduate level.
In such a case, a candidate may be offered the opportunity to submit a Diagnostic Assignment prior to the start of the course.
Should this work prove to fall short of the level from where postgraduate work could reasonably begin, feedback will be offered and the implications for the candidate made clear.
Application Process:
In all cases candidates will need to complete a full application form, including a personal statement and provide references from two referees who are not relatives and are able to comment on the candidate’s suitability for the programme. One of these can be an employer or previous tutor. All candidates will also attend an interview and selection day.
During the selection day all candidates will be required to take part in a number of group exercises. The purpose of the selection process is to establish whether the student has demonstrated that they have the following UKCP requirements:
A lively and enquiring mind.
A capacity for critical reflection and self-directed learning.
An ability to listen and respond with compassion and respect.
Awareness of prejudice and the ability to respond openly to issues of race, gender, age, sexual preference, class, disability, ethnic, spiritual / religious and cultural difference, and diversity.
Awareness and sensitivity in relation to the political, socio-cultural and religious / spiritual contexts of people's lives.
In-depth self-reflection.
Self-awareness, commitment to self-development and sufficient emotional competence, and the internal resources necessary to engage with the demands of the training and the work of psychotherapy
