MSc Counselling and Psychotherapy

The Counselling and Psychotherapy course offered by Keele University is a postgraduate program intended for those who wish to pursue a professional role in the mental health sector. The course is facilitated at the David Weatherall building - offering an ideal environment for the practice of counseling and psychotherapy.Course Content: The course provides a holistic understanding of counseling and psychotherapy. It introduces students to the main therapeutic approaches, encourages them to examine the research base for each approach and equips them with the skills needed for effective therapeutic practice. The training is rigorous and includes a strong experiential element, which is underpinned and guided by theories and research in counseling and psychotherapy, counseling skills and personal development.Key Modules: Some of the key modules in the program include Introduction to Counselling Studies, Counselling Skills, Working with Clients, Therapeutic Processes and Outcomes, and Research in Counselling and Psychotherapy among others. These modules will help cultivate sensitivity to ethical and diversity issues in therapy.Accreditations: The educational quality of the program is recognized by the British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy (BACP) and the course is accredited by BACP.Future Careers: The course prepares students for direct employment within the counseling and psychotherapy profession or enhances skills and knowledge relevant to roles in related fields. These fields include healthcare, social services, voluntary sector or education. For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.