CPCAB Fast Track to Level 4
Your fast track to qualifiaction!
Typically, it takes three years or more (when you add on placements) to qualify as a counsellor. However, there’s a quicker way…
Our CPCAB Fast Track to Level 4 course will take you from a begginer to fully qualified status, including BACP membership, in just two and a half years! You’ll start with an introductory course where you study what others typically do on their Level 2 course (but with no assessment) before going on to earn your official CPCAB Level 3 and Level 4 qualifications while learning all the practical skills you need to start to work at a counselling agency or run your own practice!
But even more than being about what you will get from the course, it’s about those you will support when you are qualifed. We’re on a mission to support you to become an outstanding counsellor so you’ll change lives of others by transforming their mental health for the better, forever. Every element of our fast track course is designed with this goal in mind:
- Expert tutors teaching over 500 in-person hours
- A highly practical course, focused on learning by doing using practical exercises, co-counselling and personal support
- Learn a wide range of counselling modalities to develop a broad, integrated practice
- Access to an online video library with hundreds of hours of practical advice to supplement your learning
- Dedicated workbook designed to make every topic clear, simple and easy to understand
- Over 2 years’ access to our live CPD workshops plus recordings of all past sessions, to help widen your skills
- Support to find and learn from an external placement, where you’ll learn practical skills with real clients
- Payment through instalments to make the course affordable
- Courses for Sept 2025 will be weekdays at our London, Manchester, Leeds, Bristol, Dundee, Glasgow, Maidstone, Southampton, Birmingham, Ipswich and Reading centres while our Glasgow and Edinburgh centres run as long-weekend courses.
Our fast track course is a personal learning journey for many attendees, too! It’s not just about learning skills to transform the lives of others but about transforming your own life too. You’ll apply all the ideas you learn to yourself, and taking part in many hours of co-counselling with other participants. Many of our past Level 4 graduates talk about our the course as the most transformative experience of their lives.
This programme is not for everyone though! You don’t have to have studied counselling before, but you do need to prove you’ve got the time to study an accelerated programme and that you’re ready personally for what can be a life-changing journey. All applicants will complete an application process, including an interview, so we’re sure they’re ready!
So, if you’re looking to become a qualified counsellor in the fastest possible way and you feel you’re ready to commit to what it takes, our CPCAB Level 3-4 Super Fast Track course provides the ideal course for you.
“I am just finishing my second year (level 3) with Astranti Connect and have been so incredibly happy with my studies and time learning here. We have had an incredible, inspirational and thoroughly knowledgeable tutor with whom we have all come to greatly respect (and adore) and as a group we constantly remark about how far we have all come both in personal development and knowledge. I could not recommend highly enough the experience I have had here and am incredibly appreciative of the professionalism, high quality of teaching and support and also the delivery of our course.”
“I have really enjoyed this course. The online format has made it possible for me to attend. The teaching has been clear and supportive. I’ve been surprised at how in-depth this level 2 course has been – I feel really well equipped to continue down this path and learn more.“
Focused on you
Experienced counsellors supporting you at every stage
Small group sizes so tutors are always on hand
Added to an active online community for peer support
Get qualified faster
Three years of learning condensed into two and a half
Additional video course for extra support
No prior experience, qualifications or knowledge needed
What you’ll learn…
Our comprehensive CPCAB level 3-4 Super Fast Track counselling course gives you all the skills necessary to practice as a professional counsellor while also enabling you to join a professional body such as the BACP or NCPS, allowing you to get a job as a counsellor in a counselling agency or go out into practice on your own.
Our programme embraces an integrated approach, drawing from various therapeutic models to equip you with a diverse toolkit for effective counselling practice.
“I have really enjoyed the course I have completed. The materials, content and tutor support were all excellent. The feedback provided was timely and constructive. I would happily recommend Astrani Connect, so much so I have already signed up for the next level!”
More about our course content…
At the heart of our curriculum lies the Person-Centred approach, a cornerstone of modern counselling philosophy pioneered by Carl Rogers. In your first year, we delve deep into the principles and techniques of Person-Centred Counselling, exploring its core concepts such as empathy, unconditional positive regard, and congruence. Through experiential learning and reflective practice, you will cultivate the foundational skills necessary to establish authentic connections and foster genuine client-centered relationships.
As you progress into your second year, our curriculum expands to encompass a broader spectrum of therapeutic modalities.
You will be introduced to influential approaches, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Gestalt Therapy, Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP), and Psychodynamic Therapy. Each model will be carefully unpacked, allowing you to grasp its underlying theory, techniques, and applications.
However, our emphasis goes beyond mere theoretical understanding. We believe in the power of integration – the art of synthesising various therapeutic modalities within a Person-Centred framework. Through interactive workshops, case studies, and supervised practice, you will learn how to seamlessly blend different approaches to tailor your interventions according to the unique needs and preferences of each client.
Ultimately, our goal is to empower you with the skills and insights to facilitate meaningful change and growth in the lives of others. Whether you aspire to work in clinical settings, community outreach programs, or private practice, our course provides a solid foundation and a nurturing environment for your professional development. Join us on this enriching journey as we explore the dynamic intersection of theory, practice, and personal transformation in the field of counselling.
Seminar subscription and CPCAB digital library included for free!
With around two live sessions every month, our seminars cover a variety of fascinating topics and offer plentiful opportunities for collaboration, sharing, and questions. A combination of our in-house tutors and expert guest speakers brings a wide range of experience and expertise to each session. Plus, you’ll also be able to access our entire backlog of recorded sessions.
Additionally, you will get free access to the CPCAB digital library, where you can find the official course books. This enables you to gain additional insights into each of the key course areas, enhancing your knowledge directly from CPCAB’s expert team.
Typically worth £349 a year when purchased individually, you’ll have full access to our seminars and the CPCAB digital library for the whole duration of your course!
How our courses compare
At Astranti Connect our aim is to provide the best and most comprehensive CPCAB-accredited counselling courses in the UK, and we are continually developing our courses and training our tutors to achieve that goal.
When you’re comparing our course to others, it’s important to consider what our course offers compared to other typical courses. Here’s a comparison against typical course offered by a local college:
Save over £500!
Our Level 2-3-4 Super Fast Track courses provide a saving of over £500 when compared to the individual level 2, level 3 and level 4 courses.
How you’ll earn your qualification
The great thing about undertaking a CPCAB course is that it’s recognised nationally and focused on helping you become the best counsellor you can be!
CPCAB courses are formally recognised by BACP (the UK’s leading counselling membership body), so the 420 formal learning hours you pick up on this course will count towards the 450 minimum hours of training required for membership. Membership of an organisation like BACP (or equivalent body) is vital if you wish to become a respected counsellor and work for organisations such as the NHS.
To pass the course, you have to prove competence in a variety of key counselling skills. This is primarily assessed through coursework alongside tutor observation as you progress through the course – the tutor will gain evidence through observing you as you undertake counselling sessions. In addition, you will need to provide records of peer feedback, evidence of personal therapy and reports from supervisors.
You will also need practical counselling experience in order to achieve your diploma but don’t worry; we’re here to help. We understand finding placements can be challenging. That’s why we have created relationships with many counselling practices to help you find a placement that’s right for you. So that’s one less thing to worry about!
Finally, at the end of the course, you will also need to hand in your coursework documents. These include client case studies, a learning review, a self-review, case presentations, client & supervision records, two assignment and a report from your placement. This will then be reviewed and assessed by CPCAB.
You will obtain your qualification and automatically be enrolled into the BACP’s register of members after you have demonstrated your competence, passed your assessments, and completed your required practice hours.
Our team of experienced tutors knows what it takes to make it as a counsellor. After all, they’re all qualified counsellors themselves and continue to be trained regularly in our tutor development programme! Head to our tutor page to meet the level 4 tutors for your course.
What our students say
Please see our testimonials page for our latest student reviews. Here are a couple of examples:
“I’m currently on the Counselling Skills Level 2 course and so far the course has been really interesting. The tutors are welcoming, kind and knowledgeable and we have already learned a lot about active listening skills. They give detailed constructive feedback every week, both written and verbal, on how we are doing. Really looking forward to the rest of the course!“
“I have been with Astranti for a course now and have signed up to a second! The tutors and staff are incredible! Would recommend to anyone looking at going into Counselling.“
Join our course
At Astranti Connect, we understand the importance of providing affordable and flexible study options that cater to your needs and lifestyle.
With our instalment plan, you can spread the cost of your course interest-free.
Depending on your preferences and availability, you can currently choose between Fast Track course locations around the UK, including London, Glasgow, Maidstone, Leeds, Reading, Bristol, Southampton, Manchester, Birmingham, Dundee, Ipswich and Edinburgh.
Rest of the UK
£249/month
Course costs:
£9,553 (our course) + £907 (CPCAB fees)
Total payable: £10,460
Payment options:
Instalment plan: £500 deposit + 40x monthly payments of £249
Full payment: £500 deposit + 1x payment of £9,960
£266/month
Course costs:
£10,533 (our course) + £907 (CPCAB fees)
Total payable: £11,440
Payment options:
Instalment plan: £800 deposit + 40x monthly payments of £266
Full payment: £800 deposit + 1x payment of £10,640
Upcoming courses
Explore our upcoming level 3-4 Super Fast Track courses and find one that suits you.
Need help choosing your course?
If you’re thinking about joining our Level 2-4 Super Fast Track course, but still have questions you need answers to, why not book a 1-2-1 call with one of our course advisors?
Our course advisors are on hand to help you with any queries that you may have about our courses, and our 1-2-1 calls are completely free.
To book your call, find a time slot that suits you on our 1-2-1 booking calendars below:
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