The GCS Post Qualifying Year (PQY) Programme
The PQY programme is a year long programme of curated workshops, time-limited training and supervision with an opportunity to apply for a paid role as a counsellor in our clinical service.
The PQY programme is a year long programme of curated workshops, time-limited training and supervision with an opportunity to apply for a paid role as a counsellor in our clinical service.
Our workshops have been designed to support and deepen further professional development. The tutorials and theory covered within the workshops are mainly rooted in psychoanalysis and supervisors work psychodynamically.
BACP accreditation is supported through specific workshops and content.
Supervision groups are led by experienced and qualified supervisors alongside GCS staff counsellors and provide the opportunity to develop professional practice both from supervisors and colleagues.
Find out more by downloading the course brochure.
This course is for you if…
The PQY programme is intended for qualified counsellors and psychotherapists who wish to develop a range of skills and capacities that are important in moving towards independent practice or working in an organisation. Applicants should have achieved, or be about to achieve, a diploma-level qualification and be committed to developing their psychodynamic practice.
How this course is delivered
The programme runs for one calendar year.
The next course will run from September 2024 – September 2025.
Application and Selection
Fees: 2024/2025 – £549.00: inclusive of workshop fees, time-limited training (exclusive of supervision costs).
Applications and References
Application to the PQY Programme is split into two parts. Part 1 is your application to the PQY Programme and Part 2 is your application for a Bank Counsellor within our Clinical Service. Whilst it is possible to apply only for the PQY programme, it is usual for individuals to also apply to work within our Clinical Service as an opportunity to gain experience and build up post qualification hours.
Full details of what to include in your application can be found on Page 7 of the course brochure.
Bank Counsellor Job Description & Person Specification (Generic)
Bank Counsellor Application Form
Part of the selection process will include an interview with our Clinical Services Team and or Diploma and PQY Course Lead.
Find out more by downloading the course brochure.
Continued Professional Development (CPD)
Our highly regarded Continued Professional Development (CPD) programme is delivered by leading trainers and clinicians across a range of therapeutic specialisms. Our courses offer rich and varied opportunities to deepen your expertise and maintain your CPD requirement. Previously we have held our workshops in person but we have embraced the opportunity to adapt to an online format and engage with a global audience. Expect an interactive and stimulating learning experience that will give you a great opportunity to meet fellow practitioners and to explore new and challenging ideas to support your practice.
Upcoming CPD Workshops
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“Thinking about men as counsellors in training”
£30.00 – £35.00 -
Dementia – Working With Clients and Supporting Carers
£55.00 – £67.00