key information for level 4 

Yes. Aspire Counselling Academy is approved to deliver the CPCAB Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling – BACP Approved Practitioner Qualification (TC-L4-BACP).

The BACP-approved version includes additional professional recognition, online and telephone counselling competencies, and a direct progression route towards the BACP Certificate of Proficiency and BACP registration pathway.

Students must complete a minimum of 100 supervised client hours, including experience in both face-to-face and online/telephone counselling practice, in line with BACP Approved Qualification requirements.

Teaching is delivered in person at Aspire Counselling Academy, with elements of online learning and online counselling competency development included as part of the qualification.

Successful completion enables students to practise as qualified counsellors, subject to individual professional membership, supervision, and insurance requirements.

Yes. This qualification supports progression towards BACP registration and includes the BACP Approved Practitioner Qualification pathway.

Aspire Counselling Academy provides guidance and support in helping students prepare for and secure suitable counselling placements.

Many graduates progress into agency work, private practice, further CPCAB Level 5 training, specialist counselling fields, or professional membership pathways.

Students are expected to attend all training sessions to support successful completion of the qualification and meet CPCAB attendance requirements.

You must have obtained both our Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills and our Level 3 Certificate in Counselling Studies, or their equivalent.

All course can be paid in full or by monthly payments 
 
Level 4 course fee is £1950 (PER YEAR) 
This includes all CPCAB registration fees
Initial deposit of £400
followed by monthly payments of £155 (x 10 payments)

Payable by monthly invoice or bank transfer

ADDITIONAL COSTS:
30 hours personal therapy to be completed by end of level 4.
BACP student membership fees
Supervision costs whilst in placement 
Insurance for placement 


Level 4 Course Fee Update – January 2027
From January 2027, the annual fee for our Level 4 counselling course will increase from £1,950 to £2,100.
The new annual payment structure will be:

• Deposit: £400
• Ten monthly payments: £170
• Total annual course fee: £2,100

This modest increase reflects the rising costs of delivering high-quality training, including teaching, course resources, administration and learner support.
We remain committed to keeping our fees competitive, transparent and fair while providing students with a supportive and professionally delivered learning experience.

Assessment includes coursework, skills practice, reflective learning, tutor observations, placement work, and internal assessment in line with CPCAB requirements.

Personal therapy is required as part of professional and personal development.

Additional costs  include personal therapy, supervision, professional membership, placement-related expenses, and professional insurance 

Successful students receive the CPCAB Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling – BACP Approved Practitioner Qualification (TC-L4-BACP).