Level 3 Counselling skills qualification, English GCSE or equivalent at C and a maths GCSE or equivalent at D, however we welcome applications from A level students with A levels in Psychology, Psychotherapy or Sociology (112 UCAS points) and will consider on an individual basis subject to a successful interview and interpersonal skills role-play. All applicants must pass Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) before starting the course.


All applicants must pass Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) before starting the course.

Applicants without Level 3 Counselling are considered on an individual basis subject to a successful interview and interpersonal skills role-play.


UCAS Tariff Entry Requirement 112
UCAS Tariff Further Details Students with A levels in Psychology, Psychotherapy or Sociology (112 UCAS points) will be considered on an individual basis subject to a successful interview and interpersonal skills role-play.

Interview Required? Yes
Portfolio Required? No
Admissions Test Required? No
Audition Required No
Occupational Health Check Required No
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check Required Yes
Letter of good conduct Yes
Other Required No

GCSE GCSE English at grade C/4 or above and GCSE mathematics at grade D/3 or above, or equivalent.
Are Scottish Core Skills acceptable in lieu of GCSEs? No