This is a conversion course for qualified Counselling Psychologists who want to obtain a Doctorate in Counselling Psychology. All trainees will be expected to be practising, under supervision, as Psychologists, either in the Health Service, independently or in an approved setting. Students are encouraged to continue to meet on Friday mornings to consult with one another and to maintain a supportive study environment.
Students usually take longer than the minimum time required to complete the course.
Outstanding DPCP course requirements must be completed before a student is eligible to be awarded the DCounsPsych. The DCounsPsych can only be awarded to students who have met all of the requirements for Chartering as a Counselling Psychologist, and in addition have met the additional assessment requirements set out below. Selection Selection takes into account the applicant's experience in counselling practice and research, a research proposal and references. Applicants who are short-listed are required to attend for an interview.