BACP 2021 Curriculum NCPS Recognised Supervisees Provided

Become an Accredited
Clinical Supervisor

Train with one of the UK’s leading mental health training organisations. BACP 2021 curriculum, NCPS recognised, expert tutors, supervisees provided for your placement.

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4.9/5 · based on 30+ reviews
100+ qualified
BACP 2021 aligned
Supervisees provided
Is this for you?

Designed for counsellors ready to take the next step

Qualified counsellors

Ready to move into supervisory roles and diversify your practice

Existing supervisors

Seeking formal qualification and accredited credentials

Private practitioners

Adding supervisory services as an additional revenue stream

Mentors at heart

Passionate about supporting other counsellors through their practice

Curriculum

What you’ll master

26 engaging sessions · built around the BACP 2021 supervision curriculum

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Supervision Models

The 7-eyed model and other widely-used frameworks for modern supervision practice.

02
Safeguarding & Ethics

Robust ethical practice and safeguarding protocols across complex cases.

03
Cultural Competency

Intersectionality, anti-oppressive approaches, and inclusive practice.

04
Trauma-Informed Practice

Support supervisees working with complex trauma cases.

05
Group Supervision

Facilitate effective group supervision sessions with confidence.

06
Risk Management

Handle complex cases and support supervisees navigating risk.

Why Headstrong Academy

Four reasons counsellors choose us

BACP 2021 Curriculum

Built directly on the BACP supervision competencies. Aligned, current, respected.

Supervisees Provided

We provide supervisees for your placement hours. No hunting for your own.

Expert Tutors

Learn from Dr. Bammens and Paulo Ribeiro, both senior practitioners.

Career Opportunities

Graduates invited to join our supervisory team and referral network.

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What our graduates say

The support I received was exceptional. Headstrong Academy has created a safe, inclusive, and supported learning space. You are not simply learning to be a supervisor; you are being forged into it.

Leon Smith MBACP (Accred)

The course does everything it says on the tin and more! The organisation is excellent. All slides, reading and materials clearly laid out. My tutor has been excellent, with a very inclusive style.

Jo Woods Level 6 Supervision Student

It has enriched my practice no end, and has led to deepened relationships with clients, co-workers and friends. I thoroughly recommend it and will be reflecting on it for years to come.

Charlotte Venkatraman Level 5 Graduate

Apply for the Diploma

We’ll review your application and contact you within 2 to 3 working days to arrange an interview.

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Course Investment
£2,590 inc. VAT
or from £280/mo with a payment plan
  • 26 weeks · 3.5 hours/week
  • 100% online, live sessions
  • Supervisees provided
  • BACP 2021 aligned
  • Certificate on completion
  • Join our supervisory network
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4.9/5 · 127 graduate reviews
FAQs

Questions, answered

What are the entry requirements?
You need to be a qualified counsellor (minimum Level 4 Diploma or equivalent), registered with a recognised professional body (BACP, NCPS, UKCP etc.), and have completed sufficient client hours to be ready for supervisory practice. If you’re unsure, apply and we’ll assess together.
Is the course fully online?
Yes. All 26 sessions are delivered live online, interactive and cohort-based. You’ll also have access to recordings, a dedicated portal, and peer discussion spaces.
Are payment plans available?
Yes. We offer flexible monthly payment plans via GoCardless, typically around £280/month. Full payment options and bursaries are also available. We’ll discuss during your interview.
How does the supervisee placement work?
We provide supervisees from our network, so you won’t need to find your own. This is one of our biggest differentiators and a major reason students choose Headstrong over other providers.
What happens after I submit my application?
We’ll review within 2 to 3 working days and invite you to a 30-minute informal interview. This is a two-way conversation, for us to understand your goals and for you to ask anything about the course.
Is the qualification recognised?
Yes. The diploma is aligned with the BACP 2021 supervision curriculum and recognised by NCPS. On completion you’ll be eligible to apply for recognition through your professional body’s supervision register.

Ready to become a supervisor?

Limited spaces in our upcoming cohorts. Apply now to secure your place.

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