Exciting News for Learners: Elevating Your Training with NCPS Recognition

Posted 3rd March 2025

Great news for aspiring professional counsellors and workers across allied professions! Your journey towards achieving recognition and success in your career has just got closer, thanks to an exciting collaboration between CPCAB and NCPS.

We’re thrilled to share that several key CPCAB qualifications have achieved NCPS Recognised Qualification status! This is an exciting recognition that highlights exceptional standards and credibility in the industry. For learners like you, this milestone reinforces the value and respect of your hard work, paving the way for meaningful professional opportunities in the counselling and psychotherapy field and a range of allied professions.

Quality You Can Trust

NCPS has acknowledged that certain CPCAB qualifications meet professional industry standards, reinforcing their credibility in the counselling profession.

  • CPCAB Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills (CSK-L2)
  • CPCAB Level 3 Certificate in Counselling Studies (CST-L3)
  • CPCAB Level 3 Certificate in Applied Counselling Studies (CAST-L3)
These qualifications now carry an NCPS Recognised Qualification status, meaning they provide a clear quality mark—a reassurance that your training meets the standards expected within the counselling and psychotherapy professions. This includes a guarantee of live-taught tutor contact hours throughout the training pathway, considered essential to becoming a safe and effective counsellor.

Recognised Professional Qualification

For those of you advancing to the CPCAB Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling, even bigger benefits await! This qualification has been awarded NCPS Recognised Professional Qualification status, confirming it as a high-calibre professional training programme.

The Benefits: Your Fast-Track to Professional Recognition

Recognised Professional Qualification isn’t just a badge of honour—it comes with real, tangible benefits for your counselling career:

  • A Clear Path to Professional Membership
    Graduates of the Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling can enjoy a streamlined application to NCPS Accredited Registrant Membership, securing a place on the NCPS Professional Register—a significant milestone for any aspiring counsellor.
  • Boosted Career Prospects
    Employers in the counselling sector actively seek professionals with qualifications that are recognised by respected bodies like NCPS. This recognition strengthens your employability and enhances your career opportunities.
  • A Stepping Stone to Further Training
    Looking to progress to higher-level counselling training? CPCAB qualifications provide a strong foundation, helping you advance in your professional development and expand your practice.

Raising the Standard Together

This achievement is not just about recognition; it’s about raising the standards of counselling training and ensuring that the qualifications you work so hard for are respected and valued professionally. By choosing a CPCAB qualification with NCPS recognition, you are investing in training that meets industry standards, enhances your career prospects, and supports your journey toward professional excellence.

If you are currently pursuing a CPCAB qualification or considering enrolment, you can feel confident that your training is paving the way for your success. With a focus on quality, professionalism, and industry recognition, these qualifications put you in an excellent position to make a real difference in people’s lives.

Whether you’re just starting on your journey or well on your way to completing your training, this exciting recognition serves as your seal of quality—a step closer to becoming a highly regarded professional counsellor.

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