Eligibility:
This course will be particularly suitable for counsellors, therapists and others working in healthcare, social services and well-being. It will also be valuable for individuals involved in creative industries and for work in which enhanced communication is required or beneficial.
There are no formal educative requirements for this course. Applications will be considered on experience, commitment open-mindedness, and willingness to explore the unknown.
Please Note: This is not a sit back and take notes type of course – your full and open engagement is warmly invited.
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. If you are new to Iron Mill College, you might also find our Taster Days a useful way to experience what it's like to study at Iron Mill College, before applying. Alternatively the Course Tutor would be happy to speak with you personally – please contact us if you would like us to put you in touch.
How to apply:
You can apply by submitting the following documents and items:
- A completed Post Qualifying 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, or by post to Iron Mill College, 7 Barnfield Crescent, Exeter, Devon, EX1 1QT.
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 / Course Lead.
Each day of teaching:
- Will be a complete learning experience but will include mindfulness practice from the very beginning.
- Will have discussion of ideas, inspirations and philosophy, but always embedded in experiential exploration rather than learning new theory.
- Will creatively explore approaches to transcending our limited sense of self (ego) and our limiting ways of meeting the other.
Over the course of the 14 days, we will investigate teachings from sources such as Vedanta, the philosophy behind ancient Indian technologies for personal transformation, to the sudden awakening experienced through the art and wisdom of Zen. There will be Sufi poetry and whirling and Taoist ecology and magic, all within the framework of bringing inspiration, creativity and depth to our daily practices and relationships. All sources are approached with a deep and abiding respect to the cultural, ethnic and in some cases religious traditions they are based in.
Attendance Requirement
A minimum of 80% attendance is required at timetabled teaching days.
Upcoming Exeter intakes:
2021 Intake:
- Dates to be confirmed.
- Commences and finishes with a full weekend and the runs on Saturdays approx. once a month, 10.00am - 5.00pm, over 11months
- 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.
Course fees and payment options:
Courses commencing on or after 1st Jan'21:
Option 1 (Total Payable £1,115.00):
- An Enrolment Deposit of £350.00 (Non-Refundable) followed by ONE instalment of £765.00.
Option 2 (Total Payable £1,215.00):
- An Enrolment Deposit of £350.00 (Non-Refundable) followed by TWO instalments of £432.50 (payable by standing order).
Bespoke payment plans (Total Payable £1,215.00):
In order to facilitate students, Iron Mill College has introduced Bespoke Payment Plans which can be tailored to meet your specific needs. Please contact us at 01392 219200 / enquiries@ironmill.co.uk for further information.
Further information on fees:
Fees listed include VAT.
Applicants are invited to enrol by paying the Enrolment Deposit (which shall be fully non-refundable in all circumstances) as well as submitting all application documents (see the 'Applications' tab for further information). The balance of course fees is payable as per the relevant schedule option above.
All applicants should ensure they read and understand the Terms and Conditions of the Student Agreement and the Finance Agreement before applying and paying their Enrolment Deposit (Non-Refundable).
Tuition Fee Increases:
Tuition fees are reviewed in Autumn each year and are usually increased in line with CPI each January.
How to pay:
For initial course payments and deposits, you can pay online (via PayPal) by using the booking form on this web page. You can also pay all fees by credit / debit card, either in person at Iron Mill College in Exeter, or over the phone by calling 01392 219200. Please note that we are unable to accept payments via American Express or Diners Club cards.
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 standing order - please get in touch with us at 01392 219200 / enquiries@ironmill.co.uk for our bank details or a standing order 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.
What is the attendance requirement?
A minimum of 80% attendance is required at timetabled teaching days.