I am 51 and I'm just about to finish level 1 and have signed up for level 2. I have enjoyed every minute so far and feel excited to continue on this journey. I leaped ahead to see what I might anticipate in the future and found this video so helpful. I never knew what I wanted to do as a career and although I am a late starter, I feel that I can now, at my age, give the dedication required - I wasn't ready before. Although part of me feels sad I didn't do this earlier, I think things come to you when you're ready, or, you grasp the right things when you're ready. I can't wait to continue on this journey and I already feel I'd like to counsel perpetrators and victims. A tough one, but it links in with the psychology element I am so interested in. Thank you for this - very insightful!
As someone that has studied levels 2 and 3 and had to pull out of level 4 because I did not have any prior clarification of the extent of the course requirements in addition to the written and presentation side of things, this is very useful information and very timely as I intend to start level 4 this year. More information and clarity about how many hours a week you need to give for the course requirements would be very useful, as that was not answered. Thank you very much for your posting.
(Please note that the information given below may differ between institutions) On average you will need to attend college or university for 8 hours, one day a week. Additional time will need to taken out for clinical supervision, personal therapy and client work. There may be weekly assignments, such as learning reviews which needs to be completed on a weekly basis, along with additional assignments spaced out over the two years as well as theoretical reading accompanied with research. Level 4 is a big step-up from level 3, many are often surprised by this although alerted. You will need to be resilient, committed and motivated, as the course will take up a lot of your time which can be challenging at times. It is important to evaluate life circumstances before embarking on the level 4, as you need to be grounded and ready. Good luck on your level 4 Diploma in Counselling John, I hope you enjoy the journey. (Michelle Baker)
Do you know anyone who worked for the samaritans as a volunteer on level 4. I red whst was on the volunteer samaritans site for volunteer s and it said they fon t offer any placements. This was surprising. Do you know where people went for their placements? Thankyou. 😊
@@anthonyburn8574 Try Awareness Centre, Bereavement Services in your local area and do a search online through Google. No one on my course did the Samaritans.
Is it better to not be working during the level 4? I'm not sure how intense it will be, but judging from what I've heard it seems like it'll be difficult to juggle a 9-5 (sometimes more) with studying.
It really depends on your lifestyle, family commitments etc. Some students are lucky enough to get an additional day off work to study. In an ideal world it would be great to have a day off for studying. It is a lot to juggle with clinical supervision, working in a counselling placement, personal therapy and finding the time to do assignment. I feel that you would need to be quite disciplined and resilient. If in the future you do decide to engage in a counselling diploma course, due to the amount of hours covered there is a big possibility that you may have to take a day or half day off work; if this is not possible you might be able to find a college or university that offers weekends. Best Wishes Michelle Baker
@@therapeuticworld9066 Hey Michelle, thanks for your message. So I started my Level 4 a few weeks a go and it has been quite emotionally intense for the entire class. Personally I don't like my day job and find it very hard not to get stressed/anxious about it. It's just not the right fit for me. I think it'll be beneficial if I found part time work to help focus more on the Level 4. A part of me, the inner critic, is saying you should be able to do a 9-5 and the course but I can't deny how my work makes me feel. In a bit of a conundrum. Would be great to get a feel of what other students have done. This might be something I take to my therapy as well
20m39s: Student: You have to demonstrate your understanding Teacher: Yes, when students start on level 2, the say (to me) what they did. And I say to them 'I know what you did, I was teaching the class today! It's about showing an understanding of what the course covered, and adding on top of that your own research' LOL, priceless!
Thank you for this insight on what I'll be going into in September 2023 have you any idea of suitable reading resources that nay help my learning, thank you in advance
I want to become a counsellor but I often wonder about the amount of jobs available? I dotn want to just be doing it volunteer because I want it as my career
Can anyone shed any light on the differences between doing the diploma and degree route? In regards to difficulty and job opportunities post course. Thanks
I am 51 and I'm just about to finish level 1 and have signed up for level 2. I have enjoyed every minute so far and feel excited to continue on this journey. I leaped ahead to see what I might anticipate in the future and found this video so helpful. I never knew what I wanted to do as a career and although I am a late starter, I feel that I can now, at my age, give the dedication required - I wasn't ready before. Although part of me feels sad I didn't do this earlier, I think things come to you when you're ready, or, you grasp the right things when you're ready. I can't wait to continue on this journey and I already feel I'd like to counsel perpetrators and victims. A tough one, but it links in with the psychology element I am so interested in. Thank you for this - very insightful!
🎉🎉🎉 congratulations I am completely new and looking at courses! I am excited! Thanks for sharing!
Even though I have passed my level 4 I enjoy listening to other people’s ideas!
Such a lovely clip and helpful and very honest people..
As someone that has studied levels 2 and 3 and had to pull out of level 4 because I did not have any prior clarification of the extent of the course requirements in addition to the written and presentation side of things, this is very useful information and very timely as I intend to start level 4 this year. More information and clarity about how many hours a week you need to give for the course requirements would be very useful, as that was not answered. Thank you very much for your posting.
(Please note that the information given below may differ between institutions)
On average you will need to attend college or university for 8 hours, one day a week. Additional time will need to taken out for clinical supervision, personal therapy and client work. There may be weekly assignments, such as learning reviews which needs to be completed on a weekly basis, along with additional assignments spaced out over the two years as well as theoretical reading accompanied with research. Level 4 is a big step-up from level 3, many are often surprised by this although alerted. You will need to be resilient, committed and motivated, as the course will take up a lot of your time which can be challenging at times. It is important to evaluate life circumstances before embarking on the level 4, as you need to be grounded and ready. Good luck on your level 4 Diploma in Counselling John, I hope you enjoy the journey.
(Michelle Baker)
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Do you know anyone who worked for the samaritans as a volunteer on level 4. I red whst was on the volunteer samaritans site for volunteer s and it said they fon t offer any placements. This was surprising. Do you know where people went for their placements? Thankyou. 😊
@@anthonyburn8574 Try Awareness Centre, Bereavement Services in your local area and do a search online through Google. No one on my course did the Samaritans.
Is it better to not be working during the level 4? I'm not sure how intense it will be, but judging from what I've heard it seems like it'll be difficult to juggle a 9-5 (sometimes more) with studying.
It really depends on your lifestyle, family commitments etc. Some students are lucky enough to get an additional day off work to study. In an ideal world it would be great to have a day off for studying. It is a lot to juggle with clinical supervision, working in a counselling placement, personal therapy and finding the time to do assignment. I feel that you would need to be quite disciplined and resilient. If in the future you do decide to engage in a counselling diploma course, due to the amount of hours covered there is a big possibility that you may have to take a day or half day off work; if this is not possible you might be able to find a college or university that offers weekends.
Best Wishes
Michelle Baker
@@therapeuticworld9066 Hey Michelle, thanks for your message. So I started my Level 4 a few weeks a go and it has been quite emotionally intense for the entire class. Personally I don't like my day job and find it very hard not to get stressed/anxious about it. It's just not the right fit for me. I think it'll be beneficial if I found part time work to help focus more on the Level 4. A part of me, the inner critic, is saying you should be able to do a 9-5 and the course but I can't deny how my work makes me feel. In a bit of a conundrum. Would be great to get a feel of what other students have done. This might be something I take to my therapy as well
20m39s: Student: You have to demonstrate your understanding
Teacher: Yes, when students start on level 2, the say (to me) what they did. And I say to them
'I know what you did, I was teaching the class today! It's about showing an understanding of what the course covered, and adding on top of that your own research'
LOL, priceless!
Thank you for this insight on what I'll be going into in September 2023 have you any idea of suitable reading resources that nay help my learning, thank you in advance
I want to become a counsellor but I often wonder about the amount of jobs available? I dotn want to just be doing it volunteer because I want it as my career
Can anyone shed any light on the differences between doing the diploma and degree route? In regards to difficulty and job opportunities post course. Thanks
Thanks guys