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PostgraduateGraduate Certificate

Counselling

Keele University
Keele, England
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1 yearDuration
£3,300Per Year (Home)
£3,300Home Fee
N/AContinuation Rate

Course Overview

Pursue your ambitions in health sciences with the Graduate Certificate Counselling at Keele University. Based in Keele, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 1-year part-time structure. No prior qualifications needed - just a passion for helping others. Are you considering a career in counselling or psychotherapy? Our part-time Graduate Certificate in Counselling offers a unique opportunity to begin your training - even if you’ve never studied counselling or attended university before. Home/uk fees are £3,300 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with a median graduate salary of £28,500 within three years.

What You'll Learn

Foundations of Counselling Theory
Person-Centred Practice and Rogers
Counselling Skills and Microskills
Diversity
Difference and Cultural Competence
Self-Awareness and Personal Development
Ethics and Professional Practice
Reflective Practice and Supervision
Introduction to Psychotherapy Approaches
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

Postgraduate RequirementThis will include any subject specific, GCSE/Level 2 Maths, and English language requirements you may need. Typical offer: This course requires no formal qualifications or professional experience except for an English language qualification (see below) Additional criteria apply Professional Qualifications and experience While many of our courses consider relevant work experience or professional qualifications as alternatives to a degree, this programme is all about opening the door to those read

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic6.55.55.55.55.5
PTE Academic62————

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

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Home Student Fee

£3,300

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Scholarships available for eligible students

Month of entry September Mode of study Part time Location Keele University campus Subject area Counselling Fees for 2026/27 academic year UK - £3,300 per year Duration of study 1 year This course is no longer accepting applications from international students for the 2025/26 academic year. Please see our English Language guidance pages for further details, including English language test information for international students. For international students, find out how we work with approved ag

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Graduate Outcomes

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💼 Employment Breakdown

75%Working
20%Work & Study
5%Seeking Work
55%Professional Jobs
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