CFI Level 5 Diploma in Psychotherapeutic Integrative Counselling Theory and Practice

Qualification title

CFI Level 5 Diploma in Psychotherapeutic Integrative Counselling Theory and Practice

QRN

610/2772/8

Summary

This qualification is designed for people who want to develop an in-depth understanding of counselling theory and practice. Counsellors need a comprehensive foundation in counselling knowledge and theoretical understanding. They also need to have a heightened sense of self-awareness and an understanding of how body language, words and facial expressions impact on clients.

Why take this qualification?

This objective of this CFI Level 5 Diploma in Psychotherapeutic Integrative Counselling Theory and Practice is to:

  • Prepare you to progress to a qualification in counselling at a higher level
  • Prepare you for employment in a counselling role
  • Support your role as a counsellor in the workplace

Successful completion of this qualification will allow learners access to accreditation/registration with a range of ethical bodies including:

  • Association of Christian Counsellors (ACC)
  • British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP)
  • National Counselling Service (NCS)

This qualification aligns with the requirements of the enhanced training, practice and competence requirements of the SCoPEd framework for Counselling and Psychotherapy.  As part of these requirements, learners will need to complete 450 hours of client or patient practice hours.  

Entry requirements

To study on this qualification you need to demonstrate to the centre that you have:

  • A level 3 qualification or equivalent training and experience in counselling.
  • If English is not your first language, proof of spoken and written English at a level equivalent to IELTS 6.0 will be required.

Guided learning hours

450 hours

Total qualification time

692 hours

How long does it take?

3 years

Assessment

Portfolio of evidence

Qualification specification

Please click here for the qualification specification

Learners

Any learners who are interested in finding out more about this qualification should contact Brighter Teaching

Centres (Training Providers)

If you are interested in running this course as part of your curriculum, please contact us.

Registration fee for Centres from 1st September 2023

£360 per learner