This course is designed for alternative practitioners who wish to acquire counselling skills for use in their practice; and for counsellors who wish to incorporate their psychic and spiritual awareness in order to meet the spiritual world of their clients.
Counsellor Qualification - This course is the first step towards full counsellor qualification and carries a nationally recognised award (CSKL2). No previous experience required.
Continuing Professional Development - It is also suitable for those with a degree of experience/qualification, who wish to integrate the psychic and spiritual dimension into their practice.
ON THIS COURSE YOU WILL LEARN:
Principles of counselling and listening skills
Attention is given to understanding the holistic role of a spiritual counsellor and the principles of a safe and ethical practice. You will have the opportunity to develop, practice and receive feedback on your listening and communication skills.
How to create sacred space within yourself and hold this energy with your clients
You will learn Holistic Partnership inner-core energy awareness techniques, which can be used to consciously create a sacred healing space for: well-being, focus, energy protection and guidance, in order to enhance your work with others.
Ways of working with: creativity, spiritual guidance and healing abilities
You will have the opportunity to explore and develop different ways of drawing on your creative, intuitive and spiritual abilities, and how to use these appropriately with clients, e.g. use of meditation and guided visualisation.
Techniques for personal development and self-awareness
Self-awareness is ongoing and essential in working with others. You will be given models for understanding different aspects of yourself, and opportunities for developing positive regard both individually and as part of a group. Each weekend devotes time for both personal and group processing.
Awareness of diverse spiritual paths, and how to work with clients’ spiritual issues
Respect for different beliefs is at the heart of our course. In the group you will meet both kindred spirits, and those whose beliefs differ from your own. We offer glimpses into of some of the many healing and spiritual traditions available today, enabling you to work closely with your client’s unique spiritual journey.
How to integrate your experiences into your individual path as a counsellor or therapy practitioner
Throughout the course you will be supported in compiling a portfolio, to help you integrate your learning experience. Students receive both group and individual tutorials to support this work. By participating and meeting the assessment process required by CPCAB you will gain recognition for your efforts and your gifts.
Course Programme Topics
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What is spiritual counselling? Creating sacred space
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Developing inner core energy, to connect with yourself and when working with others
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Introduction to CPCAB criteria
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Ethics, boundaries and psychic protection
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Listening skills. Counselling skills practice. Giving and receiving feedback
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Self awareness, sub-personalities.
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Inner child/inner parent; healing the past
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Developing intuitive skills. Working with messages and guides.
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Healing and touch
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Spiritual Awakening, spiritual wounds
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Using imagery to heal, working with visualisation
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Using ritual and ceremony
- Mock exam in preparation for external exam
Course Requirements
Cost of Course
The total cost is £1,325
This includes the £105 CPCAB registration fee. A £220 deposit secures your place. The full balance is due at the start of the course, or a monthly instalment plan is available on request.
Career Development Loans Scheme
In addition we are registered with the Career Development Loans Scheme. This National scheme entitles you to apply for a loan to pay your fees/travel expenses materials. The money is then repaid over a 5yr term. For further information www.direct.gov.uk/cdl, or call 0800 585 505 freephone information line. Call 0800 100 900 for an application pack. Our learning provider number is 20016.
Course Location and Timetable
This non-residential course takes place in the Meeting Room, Chalice Well Gardens, Glastonbury. Glastonbury is a town renowned as a spiritual pilgrimage centre with transformational energies, and the Chalice Well is a world peace garden. The Course consists of eight weekends as stated below:
Weekend 1 |
Sat 26th –Sun 27th April ‘08
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10.30am-5.30pm |
Weekend 2 |
Fri. 30th May’08 |
7-9pm |
Sat 31st May–Sun 1st June ‘08 |
10.30am-5.30pm |
Weekend 3 |
Sat 12th –Sun 13th July ‘08 |
10.30am-5.30pm |
Weekend 4 |
Fri 19th September ‘08 |
7-9pm |
Sat 20th-Sun 21st September’08
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10.30am-5.30pm |
Weekend 5 |
Sat 18th-Sun 19th October‘08
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10.30am-5.30pm |
Weekend 6 |
Sat 8th-Sun 9th November‘08
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10.30am-5.30pm |
Weekend 7 |
Sat 6th-Sun 7th December ‘08
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10.30am-5.30pm |
Weekend 8 |
Sat 10th–Sun 11th January ‘09 |
10.30am-5.30pm |
Mon 12th January ‘09 |
10am-5pm |
How to Apply for this course
You can contact us to let us know of your interest and we will send you a brochure and application form. Or you can download an application form below and send it to us.
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