Counselling

University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI)
Undergraduate HNC Full-time 1 Year MedicineCounselling, psychotherapy, and occupational therapy

About this course

This HNC Counselling is designed to appeal not only to those who wish to progress and eventually qualify as a counsellor, but also to those practicing in any sector that would benefit from the range of skills employed in a helping/supporting relationship, for example: community work; social care; education; criminal justice; health services; and voluntary work. The course integrates theory, skills practice, reflection, and self-development. There is a strong emphasis on personal development and there will be work relating to reflective skills, self-awareness, assertiveness, and dealing with challenges. The HNC doesn't qualify you to practice counselling but is the ideal stepping stone if you wish to proceed onto this career path.

Study Options

This course is available in 4 study options:

Full-time Shown above

Duration: 1 Year

Qualification: HNC

Location: Elgin

Full-time Shown above

Duration: 1 Year

Qualification: HNC

Location: Kirkwall

Full-time Shown above

Duration: 1 Year

Qualification: HNC

Location: Perth

Full-time Shown above

Duration: 1 Year

Qualification: HNC

Location: Inverness

Career Prospects

Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

3219 Health associate professionals
2229 Therapy professionals
1231 Health care practice managers
3214 Complementary health associate professionals
2224 Psychotherapists and cognitive behaviour therapists
3224 Counsellors

Course Details

Qualification
Higher National Certificate - HNC
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
1 Year
Start Date
2025
Academic Year
2025
Campus / Location
Elgin
Scheme
Undergraduate
Subjects
Medicine, Counselling, psychotherapy, and occupational therapy