So far, the experience has been positive. I have enjoyed the variety of teaching from two different teachers and have really enjoyed getting to know my peers. The information and course content has been really valuable.
The Awareness Centre Training School opened in 2020 to deliver counselling and supervision training and equip students with the skills and clinical experience they need to succeed in their careers as counsellors, therapists and clinical supervisors.
The school, with the support of our team of highly experienced tutors, offers a complete professional journey to becoming a qualified therapist, from our level 3 equivalent Foundation Certificate to our BACP accredited, level 4/5 equivalent Diploma in Integrative Counselling. We also offer a Diploma in Clinical Supervision for qualified counsellors and psychotherapists. In addition, we are able to provide clinical experience through our in-house counselling placement .
Our Counselling Courses
Foundation Certificate in Counselling
Equivalent to a Level 3
Your first steps towards becoming a counsellor, this part-time course introduces a diverse range of models and approaches to counselling and develops self-awareness and communication skills.
Diploma in Integrative Counselling
Equivalent to a Level 4/5
Our BACP Accredited Diploma in Integrative Counselling is a part-time course for students who have completed a foundation certificate in counselling and want to qualify as a professional counsellor.
Diploma in Clinical Supervision
Equivalent to a Level 6
A comprehensive part-time, online training to equip you with the concepts, confidence and skills you need to qualify as a clinical supervisor and align you with the BACP competence framework for supervision.
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If you would like any further information, please contact the Training School team at [email protected] or call 020 3051 8235.
What Our Students Say
This course is really well organised and delivered. The tutor is warm and empathic and as well as highly professional and in my opinion, this course seems to be of a very high standard. There is a well-balanced mix of theory and explanations of how it can be applied to…
Module 2 has taken us on a journey into the theories of some of the greats of the counselling world. It’s been really interesting learning about the different models. It’s a chance to help us decide, when treating clients, which is the category that the client may fit into. TAC has…
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If you would like any further information, please contact the Training School team at [email protected] or call 020 3051 8235.
Our Philosophy, Mission, Values, and Vision
Our philosophy at The Awareness Centre is that no single approach to mental health is right for everyone and, as such, we ensure that we work with therapists who have a range of experience, backgrounds, and specialist knowledge. We welcome and encourage diversity and unity in our therapists, clients, trainees, and tutors to facilitate an environment in which mental health services are accessible and beneficial for all.
The Awareness Centre’s mission is to be a positive force in the counselling and psychotherapy community by offering high-quality mental health services and training to all. The Awareness Centre endeavours to enhance our clients’ mental wellbeing and develop our trainee therapists to do the same, by providing outstanding training to the next generation of mental health practitioners.
The Awareness Centre values respect, compassion, and empathy for everyone, as well as integrity and transparency about our services and offerings. We are dedicated to the well-being of our clients, staff and students, and are passionate about education and increasing awareness of mental health issues. Our vision is to continually improve and enhance the mental health industry by committing to the training and development of our students and consistently providing exceptional mental health services to all.
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If you would like any further information, please contact the Training School team at [email protected] or call 020 3051 8235.