Action on Addiction

Our Courses

THE DEGREE PROGRAMMES 

In partnership with the University of Bath we offer two degree programmes and Summer Schools in Addictions Counselling.

For individuals interested in embarking on a career as an Addictions Counsellor there is an 18 month FdSc (Foundation Degree, Science) programme in Addictions Counselling available on a full-time basis for newcomers to the field of Addictions Treatment.
Full-time application form appendix and equal opportunities form

For practitioners already working in the field requiring enhanced, up-to-date skills and who wish to gain a Level 5 degree qualification, we offer the same Foundation Degree on a part-time basis..
Part-time application form

Here is the page on the University of Bath website describing our Foundation Degree

Once you have completed this degree you can, with a further one year's full-time or two years part-time study, obtain an Honours Degree in Addictions Counselling, also awarded by the University of Bath.

As both these qualifications are vocational awards recognised by your Local Education Authority as part of the National Qualification Framework eligible candidates my apply for Higher Education loans, grants and bursaries. For further information on what you could get click here

 PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION OPPORTUNITIES

We also offer an ongoing programme of Professional Development in the form of 3, 4 and 5 day courses during the academic year and at our annual Summer School. You can obtain a university transcript with transferable credits if you complete relevant assignments to assess your learning..

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Please also see our information on accreditation and standards.