Institute of Counselling reviews

4.6 (483 reviews)
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Personal tutor support is the clearest strength attendees identify: tutors are approachable, patient and responsive, offering clear, constructive feedback that builds confidence. They find the distance-learning courses well structured, accessible and flexible around work, with clear explanations, exercises, case studies and assignments that connect theory to practice and strengthen their work with clients. Materials are informative and useful for revisiting learning, while the overall experience is encouraging and engaging. Some attendees find the PDFs, instructions and links need updating or clearer presentation.

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I thoroughly enjoyed all aspects of this course, so much so that I want to continue on my counselling journey! I haven't done any learning for over 25 years and was very proud of achieving A's for all my assignments, it goes to show whatever age you are it's never too late to learn

Joanne O · 07 Aug 2025
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My tutor has been great. Dr Marie is friendly and approachable. She’s been very helpful with any questions/ worries I had about my assignments. The course material is outdated. The references to other resources are all mostly out of date. I wish there was an access to an online library as this would help with accessing materials for assignments and expand the knowledge. However, the course is suitable for working professionals and it can be easily completed outside of work.

Alicja B · 03 Aug 2025
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Really enjoyed the course and looking forward to the diploma .

David P · 01 Aug 2025
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I found the course very beneficial and the content was excellent. My tutor was very responsive, supportive and encouraging.

Carmen B · 24 Jul 2025
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The course was very challenging ,intense and inspiring. I enjoyed it immensely and I am very grateful to have been part of this rewarding project.

Trlma L · 20 Jul 2025
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I enjoyed the course and look forward to moving into the next section and learning more. The online aspect very convenient give I work. My tutor Dr Murphy was prompt and gave good feedback. I would recommend a more concise and clear 1-2 page document on expectations for assessments, assignments and dates, with clear documentation and labelling, separate to other materials, as I found this information a little disjointed to find. Otherwise very enjoyable module.

Christopher C · 03 Jul 2025
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Fabulous course! Thank you!

Pavlina S · 02 Jul 2025
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I have just completed the certificate and diploma in CBT. The resources, support and information I received along the way was fantastic. I would highly recommend the the Institute of Counselling and I will hopefully be back soon for some more studying.

Simon A · 16 Jun 2025
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Thoroughly enjoyed the course, so much so I wish to continue with further modules to gain professional qualification

Joanne O · 09 Jun 2025
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The course was very insightful. It gave me all the tools i needed to understand the reasoning behind how and why you take the approach to help the bereaved. Maria was informative with her comments.

Sarah O · 19 May 2025
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