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In collaboration with University Centre Stratford (UCS), a bridging course for access to 'top-up degree' in psychology and counselling is available for students who wish to upgrade their qualifications.
A number of other pathways, depending on student's previous qualifications, training and experience are also available for students who wish to pursue their studies at graduate and postgraduate level through UCS.
Over the years, delegates from all walks of life, Christian denominations, age and ability have attended our courses and profited from them. See delegates' comments.
Our associates have also provided training for many local church groups, Christian organisations, counselling agencies and community projects throughout Scotland.
Our workshops and short courses are practical, interactive and imaginatively presented.
Additional courses may be developed to meet a specific training need.
The modular construction of our short courses allows church groups, pastoral teams, Christian organisations and community projects to adopt a ‘pick-and mix’ approach to put together a training programme in consultation with ACT that meets their specific training need.
Our workshops and short and introductory courses are suitable for anyone involved in helping or supporting people in crisis or difficulty, in either the pastoral or community setting.
Pastors, elders, pastoral carers, house-group leaders, youth workers, voluntary workers, church visitors, school teachers, health professionals, social workers and many others, who simply wanted to learn to communicate and work more effectively with people in their everyday jobs or voluntary work, have found these courses helpful.
The bridging course is specifically designed for counsellors whose training and experience is equivalent to years one and two of a degree in counselling and wish to prepare for undertaking a (one year) top-up-degree.
Counsellors wishing to upgrade their qualifications in preparation for the Government’s regulation of counselling (expected in 2010) and transition of the training requirements from vocational qualifications to an all graduate profession may find this course especially helpful.
Many of the courses are offered on a regular basis at our training centre in Falkirk and at venues throughout Scotland.
Bespoke courses and workshops designed to meet the specific requirements of church groups, pastoral teams, Christian organisations, and community projects and can be delivered at a local venue to suit the group.
Our Associates are all experienced and suitably qualified counsellors, supervisors and trainers who bring a depth of insight and a wealth of experience in both pastoral and community settings to each course.
In their words:
"Imaginative programme with high level of participation"
"What I found out about myself was thought provoking"
"God in his gentleness and compassion worked through areas and situations in my life I thought were untouchable"
"Learned invaluable skills for everyday living"
"I was encouraged in my faith and equipped for ministry"
"Spiritually uplifting"
"Great course - well presented"
"I really enjoyed the course - an invaluable experience"
"The ambience and fellowship was superb"
"This learning experience was a joy"
"I was genuinely impressed by the standard of sincere professionalism, matched with approachable humanity"
"There was a lot of honesty and laughter present"
"The trainer flowed together as a team. It helped us all to relax"
"It not only changed my ministry - it changed my life!"
For information on forthcoming events or to discuss your specific requirements please email (act@crosslinecentral.orgor call our Course Administrator on 01324 630 643.
Caring for others within a local church or community project - or thinking of volunteering?
Wanting to improve your listening and counselling skills and deepen your understanding of the issues involved in helping others?
If so, this course could be for you!
This 50-hour, inspirational, practical and interactive course is imaginatively presented and explores:
The course includes two home assignments and a personal journal. No previous training is required. However, students are expected to be committed to their own personal, emotional and spiritual growth.
Cost: Total cost inclusive of course manual is £120 including course notes and refreshments. (Course Fees may be paid in installments).
The course is run over three weekends - each comprising Friday evening and all day Saturday.
Part 1: 28-29 August 2009
Part 2: 25-26 September 2009
Part 3: 30-31 October 2008
Crossline House, 2 Glasgow Road, Camelon, FK1 4HJ
To reserve a place please call our Training Co-ordinator on 01324 630 643 or e-mail to act@crosslinecentral.orge
A short 1 day course on loss and bereavement including:
A short 1 day course on creative listening skills including:
Cost for each day: £20 including course notes and refreshments
Dates/Time: Each course starts at 9:30 and concludes at 4:30 on dates shown above.
Venue: Crossline House, 2 Glasgow Road, Camelon FH1 4HJ
Booking: For more information or to reserve a place please call our Training Administrator on 01324 630 643 or e-mail act@crosslinecentral.org
This 20 week bridging course is designed to prepare you for study at level 6 and give access to a one year (full time) or part time top-up-degree with the University Centre Stratford.
The course comprises 10 weeks of tutor guided learning (every second week) and 10 weeks of student personal reading, studying and completion of course work.
Each one day of tutor guided learning will consist of 1 hour of counselling subject matter (theory and practice) and 1 hour study skills subject matter.
Completion of a 'personal journal'
5 x 1,500 word counselling essays
5 x study skills projects (including 1 ten minute presentation to the group)
No exams!
Cost: £395 including course notes and refreshments. (Course Fees may be paid in installments)
Dates: Course will run on Friday evenings starting 1st May 2009 (On-going programme will be negotiated with students as course progresses).
Venue: Crossline House, 2 Glasgow Road, Camelon FH1 4HJ
Booking: For more information or to reserve a place please call our Training Administrator on 01324 630 643 or e-mail act@crosslinecentral.org
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