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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The course material is in-depth, allowing me to reflect on and consider the role of a Christian Counsellor at the basic /Introductory level. I received detailed and positive feedback from the Tutor, Marie Murphy, which demonstrated my ability and skills to pursue the role of a Christian Counsellor. Marie's feedback has helped to guide me in this role. Thank you.

Marcia T · 30 Nov 2024
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Response: Thank you for your feedback, it is great to hear that your course materials were in-depth and allowed you to reflect on and consider the role of a Christian Counsellor. We are glad to hear that your tutor provided positive and detailed feedback and that your tutor's feedback has helped to guide you in this role.

Dr Murphy made my study for diploma in Couple and Family Counselling really interesting, she is very honest and approachable. I really looked forward for all her comments and do take them on board and will implement them in my ministerial role. I just want to say thank you for helping me to see my hidden potentials and to see situations and individuals from a different point of view to which I formerly held. Mobrae

Mobrae M · 21 Nov 2024
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Response: Thank you for your review Mobrae, at the Institute of Counselling we pride ourselves on providing opportunities for professional development and we are glad to hear that you can implement what you have learned within your ministerial role. We are pleased to hear that your tutor Dr Murphy made your time studying interesting and that you found your tutor honest and approachable.

Good, really interesting and was grateful for the quick turn around on my assignments after them being sent to a different tutor. Very grateful and feel really good about the course and getting it completed.

Lisa C · 22 Oct 2024
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Some of the course work seems a little dated

David P · 21 Oct 2024
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Marie has been an excellent tutor throughout this course and consistently supportive. Marie has also been excellent in outlining any areas where more depth or focus may have been required by me as a student in relation to coursework. Marie has also been extremely accessible for any queries and prompt to reply.

Ian C · 21 Oct 2024
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The course materials made sense and explained what was required throughout. My tutor (Marie Murphy) was really engaging throughout and very supportive when I asked questions and probed into next steps etc. If/when I sign up for my next course I would ask for Marie to be my tutor again.

Nick A · 09 Oct 2024
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Response: Thank you for your review Nick, we are very pleased to hear that our course materials assisted you in your learning and professional development. It is great to hear that your tutor Marie was really engaging and very supportive throughout your course. We are pleased to be part of your learning journey.

I loved the youth counselling course, as a teacher I learned a lot about all the theories and models and also released that I have applied most of them in my years of teaching without noticing. I have also learned that my approach is a holistic approach, which I never knew. Dr. Murphy was amazing in her guidance and feedback and I learned a lot from her. I am planning on expanding in this career and also do the other counselling courses.

Minette J · 02 Oct 2024
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Response: Thank you Minette for your review. We are very pleased to hear that you have learned a lot about the theories and models and the critical reflection, evaluation and application of these within your role. We are also delighted to hear that Dr Murphy was amazing in her guidance and feedback and that you learned a lot from your tutor. Wishing you all the best for the next steps in your journey.

I found the course to be informative and it encouraged you to broaden your knowledge on the modules you were studying. I was unable to source the text for this module so I had to research materials for additional reading. The tutor's comments were always a source of encouragement and motivation to move on to the next assignment.

RUTH P · 24 Sep 2024
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Response: Thank you Ruth for your review. We are delighted to hear that you found your course and learning journey to be informative and that it encouraged you to broaden your knowledge. We are pleased that you enjoyed your time studying with the Institute of Counselling and that your tutor's comments and guidance were a source of encouragement and motivation throughout your studies.

Awesome and Marie was super great Roll on next course

Kevin G · 09 Aug 2024
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Response: Thank you for sharing your excellent experience on your course and we are pleased to hear that your tutoring with Marie was great and that your tutor assisted you in your professional development and learning journey.

I have gained great insight by completing this course as you might be aware in my role at work I am expected to provide therapy. I have been in this role for the past 4 years, had no confidence and was really struggling until I stated this course. I have found it very helpful and I appreciate to insightful feedback from Marie all the time.

Doreen M · 30 Jul 2024
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Response: Thank you for your wonderful feedback, we are very pleased to hear that your experience on your course has assisted you in your learning journey and your role. We pride ourselves in assisting our students by providing the tools and insights that they need to succeed. We are very pleased to hear that your tutor Marie provided you with guidance and insights throughout your studies.