CPCAB Fast Track to Level 4
Your fast track to qualification!
Typically, it takes three years or more (when you add on placements) to qualify as a counsellor. However, there’s a quicker way…
Our CPCAB Fast Track to Level 4 course will take you from a beginner to fully qualified status, including BACP membership, in just two and a half years! You’ll start with an introductory course where you study what others typically do on their Level 2 course (but with no assessment) before going on to earn your official CPCAB Level 3 and Level 4 qualifications while learning all the practical skills you need to start to work at a counselling agency or run your own practice!
But even more than being about what you will get from the course, it’s about those you will support when you are qualified. We’re on a mission to support you to become an outstanding counsellor so you’ll change the lives of others by transforming their mental health for the better, forever. Every element of our fast track course is designed with this goal in mind:
- Expert tutors teaching over 500 in-person hours
- A highly practical course, focused on learning by doing, using practical exercises, co-counselling and personal support
- Learn a wide range of counselling modalities to develop a broad, integrated practice
- Access to an online video library with hundreds of hours of practical advice to supplement your learning
- Dedicated workbook designed to make every topic clear, simple and easy to understand
- Over 2 years’ access to our live CPD workshops, plus recordings of all past sessions, to help widen your skills
- Support to find and learn from an external placement, where you’ll learn practical skills with real clients
- Payment through instalments to make the course affordable
Our fast track course is a personal learning journey for many attendees, too! It’s not just about learning skills to transform the lives of others but about transforming your own life too. You’ll apply all the ideas you learn to yourself, and take part in many hours of co-counselling with other participants. Many of our past Level 4 graduates talk about our course as the most transformative experience of their lives.
This programme is not for everyone, though! You don’t have to have studied counselling before, but you do need to prove you’ve got the time to study an accelerated programme and that you’re ready personally for what can be a life-changing journey. All applicants will complete an application process, including an interview, so we’re sure they’re ready!
So, if you’re looking to become a qualified counsellor in the fastest possible way and you feel you’re ready to commit to what it takes, our CPCAB Fast Track to Level 4 course provides the ideal course for you.
“The progression from Level 2 to Level 3 has been incredible – the deeper content and more in-depth discussions have really helped me grow, both personally and professionally. I’ve learned so much, not only from the course itself but also from my peers.“
“The sessions were thoughtfully designed, combining whole-group teaching with smaller group activities where we explored personal growth and self-reflection. I’m incredibly grateful to have taken this course, as it challenges you to look beyond the surface and engage in deep self-examination, reflecting on your feelings, thoughts, and biases.“
Focused on you
Experienced counsellors supporting you at every stage
Small group sizes so tutors are always on hand
Added to an active online community for peer support
Get qualified faster
Three years of learning condensed into two and a half
Additional video course for extra support
No prior experience, qualifications or knowledge needed
What you’ll learn…
Our comprehensive Fast Track to Level 4 counselling course gives you all the skills necessary to practice as a professional counsellor while also enabling you to join a professional body such as the BACP or NCPS, allowing you to get a job as a counsellor in a counselling agency or go out into practice on your own.
Our programme embraces an integrated approach, drawing from various therapeutic models to equip you with a diverse toolkit for effective counselling practice.
More about our course content…
At the heart of our curriculum lies the Person-Centred approach, a cornerstone of modern counselling philosophy pioneered by Carl Rogers.
In your first year, we delve deep into the principles and techniques of Person-Centred Counselling, exploring its core concepts such as empathy, unconditional positive regard, and congruence. Through experiential learning and reflective practice, you will cultivate the foundational skills necessary to establish authentic connections and foster genuine client-centred relationships.
As you progress into your second year, our curriculum expands to encompass a broader spectrum of therapeutic modalities.
You will be introduced to influential approaches, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Gestalt Therapy, Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP), and Psychodynamic Therapy. Each model will be carefully unpacked, allowing you to grasp its underlying theory, techniques, and applications.
However, our emphasis goes beyond mere theoretical understanding. We believe in the power of integration – the art of synthesising various therapeutic modalities within a Person-Centred framework. Through interactive workshops, case studies, and supervised practice, you will learn how to seamlessly blend different approaches to tailor your interventions according to the unique needs and preferences of each client.
Ultimately, our goal is to empower you with the skills and insights to facilitate meaningful change and growth in the lives of others. Whether you aspire to work in clinical settings, community outreach programs, or private practice, our course provides a solid foundation and a nurturing environment for your professional development. Join us on this enriching journey as we explore the dynamic intersection of theory, practice, and personal transformation in the field of counselling.
Also included with your course:
Seminar subscription
With two live sessions every month, our seminars cover a wide range of fascinating topics and provide numerous opportunities for collaboration, sharing, and discussion. A combination of our in-house tutors and expert guest speakers brings a wide range of experience and expertise to each session. Additionally, you’ll have access to our entire backlog of recorded sessions.
CPCAB digital library
With our course, you’ll get free access to the CPCAB digital library, where you can find the official course books. This enables you to gain additional insights into each of the key course areas, directly enhancing your knowledge through CPCAB’s expert team.
How our courses compare
At Astranti Connect, our aim is to provide the best and most comprehensive CPCAB-accredited counselling courses in the UK, and we are continually developing our courses and training our tutors to achieve that goal.
When you’re comparing our course to others, it’s important to consider what our course offers compared to other typical courses. Here’s a comparison against a typical course offered by a local college:
Save over £500!
Our Fast Track to level 4 courses provide a saving of over £500 when compared to the individual level 2, level 3 and level 4 courses.
How you’ll earn your qualification
Your route to BACP accreditation!
The great thing about undertaking a CPCAB course is that it’s recognised nationally and focused on helping you become the best counsellor you can be!
CPCAB courses are formally recognised by BACP (the UK’s leading counselling membership body), so the 420 formal learning hours you pick up on this course will count towards the 450 minimum hours of training required for membership. Membership of an organisation like BACP (or equivalent body) is vital if you wish to become a respected counsellor and work for organisations such as the NHS.
To pass the course, you have to prove competence in a variety of key counselling skills. This is primarily assessed through coursework alongside tutor observation as you progress through the course – the tutor will gain evidence through observing you as you undertake counselling sessions. In addition, you will need to provide records of peer feedback, evidence of personal therapy and reports from supervisors.
You will also need practical counselling experience in order to achieve your diploma but don’t worry; we’re here to help. We understand finding placements can be challenging. That’s why we have created relationships with many counselling practices to help you find a placement that’s right for you. So that’s one less thing to worry about!
Finally, at the end of the course, you will also need to hand in your coursework documents. These include client case studies, a learning review, a self-review, case presentations, client & supervision records, two assignment and a report from your placement. This will then be reviewed and assessed by CPCAB.
You will obtain your qualification and automatically be enrolled into the BACP’s register of members after you have demonstrated your competence, passed your assessments, and completed your required practice hours.
Our team of experienced tutors knows what it takes to make it as a counsellor. After all, they’re all qualified counsellors themselves and continue to be trained regularly in our tutor development programme! Head to our tutor page to meet the level 4 tutors for your course.
What our students say
“My experience of the Level 4 Dip course in counselling, run by Astranti, has been a very positive one. The venue is great and the tutors are very different from each other making it a very enjoyable experience. There is a good depth to the content and I have learned a lot so far.”
“My experience with Astranti Connect has been first class. From the initial communication, to the online interview and the follow up course materials, it has been a very pleasurable experience. The level of professionalism and course knowledge has been second to none and gives me a feeling of total confidence in the quality and delivery of online courses. I have already recommended Astranti Connect as a course provider for one of my clients and will continue to do so for anyone look to study online with a CPCAB accredited provider with BACP approval.“
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Join our course
At Astranti Connect, we understand the importance of providing affordable and flexible study options that cater to your needs and lifestyle.
Depending on your preferences and availability, you can currently choose between Fast Track course locations around the UK.
Rest of the UK
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Upcoming courses
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Need help choosing your course?
If you’re thinking about joining our Fast Track to Level 4 course, but still have questions you need answers to, why not book a 1-2-1 call with one of our course advisors?
Our course advisors are on hand to help you with any queries that you may have about our courses, and our 1-2-1 calls are completely free.
To book your call, find a time slot that suits you on our 1-2-1 booking calendars below: