Eligibility:

No prior knowledge of counselling is required for this course.

Applicants should, however, feel that they possess a maturity to reflect on their own development as a person, and should have an interest in and desire to learn about counselling.

If you are interested in this course, you may wish to first book onto one of our Open Days or Open Evenings to find out more. You might also find our Taster Days a useful way to experience what it's like to study at Iron Mill College, before applying.


How to apply:

You can apply by submitting the following documents and items:

• A completed Entry Level Courses application form (available to download from 'Download' section of this web page).
• Your £350 Enrolment Deposit (Non-Refundable) to reserve your place (see the 'Fees' tab for further information).

Application documents can be submitted by email to admissions@ironmill.co.uk. 

Please note: we are only accepting correspondence by email or phone throughout the coronavirus situation. 

Successful applicants will be offered a place on the course once all of the above application documents have been received and the Enrolment Deposit paid. 

Final application date

The deadline for applications is 4 weeks before the start of the course.  A decision will be made on whether the course will run, based on confirmed and accepted places, 4 weeks before the start date of the course.  Any applications received after the 4 week deadline will only be processed at the discretion of the Programmes Lead. 

Content:

• Day 1: Welcome Day
• Day 2: Introduction to Relational Depth
• Day 3: Introduction to the Person-Centred Approach
• Day 4: Cultural Empathy
• Day 5  Active Listening Skills Day
• Day 6: A Sense of Self
• Day 7  Focus Forward
• Day 8: Introduction to Transactional Analysis
• Day 9  Transference
• Day 10: Ethical Decision Making
• Day 11 Working in Groups 
• Day 12: Celebrations and Endings

Learning and assessment:

• Attendance (9.5 days minimum).

• Diary / Journal (2000 words; externally set assignment).

Attendance requirements:

Award: 

Iron Mill College Certificate in Counselling.


Please note: Completion of this course does not provide a route to registration with the National Counselling Society (NCS) and detailed individual applications to NCS are required for this purpose, where applicable.

Upcoming Exeter intakes:  
   

• Starts Friday 10th September 2021:
• Runs weekly, 10.00am - 5.00pm, over 12 weeks (full course dates available in 'Download' section of this web page)
  
• Applications received less than 3 weeks before the start of the course will be processed at the discretion of the Programmes Lead. If this is the case, please contact us for further details as soon as possible.

• Starts Saturday 22nd January 2022:
• Runs one weekend a month, 10:00am - 5:00pm, over 12 weeks (full course dates available in 'Download' section of this web page). 
• Applications received less than 4 weeks before the start of the course will be processed at the discretion of the Programmes Lead. If this is the case, please contact us for further details as soon as possible.

• Starts Friday 29th April 2022:
• Runs weekly, 10.00am - 5.00pm, over 12 weeks (full course dates available in 'Download' section of this web page)
• Applications received less than 4 weeks before the start of the course will be processed at the discretion of the Programmes Lead. If this is the case, please contact us for further details as soon as possible.

Course fees and payment options:

Courses commencing on or after 1st Jan'21:

• An Enrolment Deposit of £350.00 (Non-Refundable) followed by ONE instalment of £615.00.

• An Enrolment Deposit of £350.00 (Non-Refundable) followed by TWO instalments of £332.50 (payable by direct debit only).

We also accept cash paid in person at Iron Mill College in Exeter, as well as cheques, which should be made out to 'Iron Mill College' and dropped in or sent to 'Iron Mill College, Morwenstow, 7 Barnfield Crescent, Exeter, Devon, EX1 1QT'. We can also accept payments by bank transfer and direct debit - please get in touch with us at 01392 219200 / enquiries@ironmill.co.uk for our bank details or a direct debit form. Please use your name as the reference when making such payments.


Additional expenses:

This will vary depending on your own circumstances, but all applicants must make sure they fully understand the additional expense requirements they will need to undertake during this course. Iron Mill College is unable to contribute to any of these additional costs; they are met by the student. These costs may include:

• Travel and boarding costs.

• Purchase of books.
  
  

Course commencement:
Please note: Iron Mill College makes every effort to avoid altering course times, course commencement and conclusion dates. However, should any changes be necessary, you will be notified at the earliest opportunity. All courses run subject to demand and the formation of a viable class cohort, based on the enrolment of a minimum number of successful applicants. A full refund of course fees paid, including any deposit, will be given to all applicants in the event that a course does not proceed and at least 14 days’ notice (prior to the advertised course start date) will be given to applicants, in the event of a course cancellation or postponement. The college cannot be held liable for any remedy, damages or compensation beyond this.

• Foundation Degree (FdA) in Integrative Counselling (Validated by University of Worcester).
• Advanced DIploma in Integrative Counselling (Accredited by BACP).