CPCAB Level 6 Certificate in Counselling Supervision (TCSU-L6)

BACP Approved Practitioner Qualification 

Step up to Clinical Supervisor with confidence.

This Level 6 qualification is designed for experienced counsellors and therapists who are ready to expand their practice into supervision. The programme supports you in developing a clear and grounded supervision model, strengthening your ethical decision-making, and building the confidence to supervise safely, creatively and effectively.

With a strong focus on practical application, you will develop supervision skills you can use immediately in your work. The course combines structured learning, peer discussion, and supported development, helping you navigate contracting, boundaries, and the complexities of supervisory relationships with clarity and professionalism.

Whether you are beginning your journey into supervision or formalising existing experience, this recognised qualification provides a solid foundation to progress your career and broaden your impact.

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Location, travel and access information

 
 

Key details:

Online delivery

Course fee: £1,899

Starts: Friday 2nd October 2026

First Friday and Saturday of each month (with the exception of November class meeting 30-31 October)

Places are limited.

Full Schedule:

Friday 2nd October & Saturday 3rd October

Friday 30th October & Saturday 31st October              

Friday 4th December & Saturday 5th December

Friday 8th January & Saturday 9th January

Friday 5th February & Saturday 6th February

Friday 5th March & Saturday 6th March 

The course will run for 7 hours per day on the dates shown and will be delivered online

In addition, the below supervision dates, meeting for 2 hours per session will be as follows:-

 Wednesday 14th & Friday 16th April

Wednesday 12th & Friday 14th May

Wednesday 16th & Friday 18th June 

Guided learning hours: 108

Entry Requirements: Please See Below

Fees £1899

Payment Plans available on request – following offer a non-refundable deposit of £500 is required to secure your place.


To register your interest please complete and submit your application form below…

Course overview

What is the aim of this course?
This qualification is designed to give learners the knowledge, skills and competencies to provide clinical supervision for counselling practitioners. It is aimed at counsellors who have acquired sufficient client work experience to contemplate the move into a clinical supervision role. Participants will need to: • Have both supervisees and supervisory supervision. • Be working as counsellors under supervision. This qualification is designed to lead to a role as a clinical counselling supervisor in a counselling agency or in independent practice. Supervision is an ongoing professional requirement for all practising counsellors and those with a recognised qualification are more likely to find employment.
Who is the course for?
For students who have achieved CPCAB Level 5 Diploma in Psychotherapeutic Counselling OR CPCAB Level 5 Diploma in Cognitive Behavioural Therapeutic Skills and Theory AND have substantial practitioner experience. Alternatively, you must have completed our Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling or its equivalent and have at least two years' postqualifying experience of supervised client work.
What are the Qualification Units?
The Qualification units are as follows:

• Model and supervise the professional framework

• Model and supervise the skilled use of the relationship

• Model and supervise the use of theory and research on diversity

• Model and supervise a user centred approach to the work

• Model and supervise the skilled use of the self

• Model and supervise the coherent use of theory, research and skills

• Model and supervise the self reflective practitioner
What is the progression?
There is currently no further progression route within CPCAB qualifications.
What are the entry requirements?
You must have completed either CPCAB Level 5 Diploma in Psychotherapeutic Counselling, Level 5 Diploma in Counselling Children and Young People, Level 5 Cognitive Behavioural Therapeutic Skills and Theory, or their equivalents, plus have at least one year's post-qualifying experience of supervised client work.  Alternatively, you must have completed CPCAB Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling, or its equivalent, and have at least two years' post-qualifying experience of supervised client work.
What are the term dates?
The academic year is structured in 3 terms with Christmas, Easter and Half Term breaks.
How much will it cost?
Course cost £1899 including registration fee - A non-refundable deposit of £500 is required to secure your place.

Fees inclusive of course, registration and accreditation fees.

• For more information on sources of funding see - Funding sources

• Affordable Payment Plans are available. Please state on your application form if you would like to arrange a flexible way to pay.
How do I apply?
To apply, please complete our online application form below. Applicants will be invited to attend an interview with a member of the tutor team.

Application Form

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Financial Support

For those experiencing financial constraints, the Banbury Counselling Academy is committed to inclusivity and so we offer flexible payment plan options to those who need them. We also offer several bursaries for those wishing to access our courses (subject to availability). We hope this flexibility will help us increase the numbers of those under-represented in the counselling and psychotherapy professions. Click here to find out more.