The Institute for Counselling & Psychotherapy Studies (ICPS College) delivers a comprehensive portfolio of Professional Diplomas, Certificates, Continuing Professional Development (CPD) programmes and specialist workshops designed to advance practitioner competence across a wide range of counselling, psychotherapy and allied helping professions. Our programmes combine academic excellence with applied clinical relevance, enabling practitioners at every stage of their professional journey to deepen specialist expertise, strengthen therapeutic competence and broaden their scope of practice.
All ICPS College programmes are accredited by the CPD Standards Office, the Professional Development Consortium and the International Council of Professional Health Accreditation Associations (ICPHAA), providing learners with recognised, high-quality professional development that supports lifelong learning and clinical excellence.
ICPS College offers Professional Diplomas across a broad range of specialist areas including Addiction Studies, Domestic Violence and Sexual Abuse, Clinical Psychology and Mental Health, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Applied Neuroscience, Child and Adolescent Mental Health, Relationship and Family Therapy, Eating Disorders, Psychoanalysis, Trauma, Bereavement, Loss and Grief, Psychodynamic Psychotherapy and many other specialist disciplines. Every programme integrates current research, evidence-informed practice, established theoretical models and practical clinical skills, ensuring that learning translates directly into competent, ethical therapeutic practice.
Our programmes place strong emphasis on assessment, case formulation, intervention planning, reflective practice, ethical decision-making and professional responsibility, helping learners develop both confidence and accountability throughout their clinical work.
Excellence in Counselling and Psychotherapy Education
ICPS College delivers specialist education through accredited Professional Diplomas, Certificates, workshops and Continuing Professional Development (CPD) programmes. Every course combines live lecturer-led teaching, applied clinical skills, structured independent learning and comprehensive Moodle-supported resources to provide a rich and engaging educational experience.
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Professional Learning
Specialist education designed to deepen professional practice
Our programmes combine live online teaching, reflective learning, structured assessment, clinical skills development and Moodle-supported study across counselling, psychotherapy and a wide range of allied helping professions.
Live Online Learning
Experience real-time lecturer-led teaching that encourages discussion, critical thinking, case reflection and active participation.
CPD Accredited Development
Study professionally recognised programmes accredited by the CPD Standards Office, the Professional Development Consortium and ICPHAA.
Applied Clinical Skills
Develop practical therapeutic competence through assessment, formulation, intervention planning, reflective practice and supervised clinical learning.
Moodle Learning Platform
Access structured learning resources, lecture materials, recordings, assessments and independent learning activities through the ICPS College Moodle platform.
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Addiction Studies
Gain an integrative understanding of addiction through the study of trauma, recovery, behavioural dependency, neuroscience, psychodynamic theory and contemporary evidence-based interventions.
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Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
Develop practical CBT formulation skills while learning cognitive restructuring, behavioural interventions, collaborative therapeutic practice and evidence-based clinical techniques.
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Trauma and PTSD
Study trauma-informed counselling and psychotherapy across stabilisation, complex trauma, PTSD, dissociation, attachment, relational practice and ethical intervention.
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Bereavement, Loss and Grief
Develop specialist knowledge of grief, mourning, complicated bereavement, therapeutic support and reflective practitioner development across diverse client presentations.
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Psychoanalytic Studies
Explore Freudian, Lacanian and contemporary psychoanalytic perspectives including the unconscious, defence mechanisms, desire, transference, repetition and the therapeutic relationship.
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Clinical Skills
Strengthen your assessment, case formulation, therapeutic presence, professional communication, ethical decision-making and applied counselling and psychotherapy competence.
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Why ICPS College?
Education grounded in professional formation
ICPS College is committed to developing knowledgeable, ethical and reflective practitioners. Our programmes emphasise clinical responsibility, professional standards, reflective practice and the integration of academic theory with real-world therapeutic work, enabling graduates to apply their learning confidently within professional practice.
Live Online Learning
Participate in engaging lecturer-led online classes that encourage discussion, critical reflection, clinical application and collaborative learning.
Applied Clinical Skills
Develop practical competence through skills practice, assessment activities, reflective learning, supervision awareness and professional development.
Comprehensive Student Support
Students benefit from ongoing Registry support, Moodle access, academic guidance, structured learning resources and clearly defined assessment pathways throughout their studies.
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Discover the ICPS College learning experience
Explore our lecturer-led approach to teaching, our commitment to professional values, the quality of our learning environment and the supportive educational experience that has helped thousands of students develop successful careers in counselling and psychotherapy.
Your Learner Journey
From enquiry to professional qualification
Explore
Review detailed course information and identify the Professional Diploma, Certificate or CPD programme that best supports your professional goals.
Enrol
Secure your place with guidance from Academic Registry regarding course fees, start dates, entry requirements and enrolment procedures.
Learn
Attend live online classes, participate in lecturer-led teaching and engage with Moodle resources, directed reading, reflective activities and applied clinical skills development.
Qualify
Successfully complete attendance requirements, applied clinical skills assessments and summative academic assessments to achieve your professional qualification.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are courses delivered live online?
Yes. ICPS College programmes are delivered through live lecturer-led online teaching supported by structured independent learning, comprehensive Moodle resources, directed reading and applied clinical skills development.
Where can I find assessment guidance?
Detailed guidance on written assessments, viva voce examinations, clinical skills assessments and academic requirements can be found throughout your Moodle course together with additional information on the Resources and Clinical Skills pages.
How do I contact ICPS College?
Academic Registry can be contacted by email, telephone or WhatsApp using the contact information available throughout the website, including the header, footer and Contact page.
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Take the next step in your professional development
Whether you are beginning your counselling journey or expanding your specialist expertise, ICPS College offers accredited Professional Diplomas, Certificates, Continuing Professional Development (CPD) courses and specialist workshops designed to support lifelong professional growth.
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