A sample of endorsements from delegates who have participated in OCST courses and Workshops
OCST 1 Online Counselling Skills Course
I chose this training in order that DeMontfort University could offer ecounselling as part of the provision from Counselling and Personal Support, where I’m a team member. We’re close to launch now – some details still with our techie people. I used the course to get skilled up for internet counselling as an individual and to head the team in this direction – I’m anticipating others getting trained up as we build.
The course got me grappling with the issues of internet working in a structured, sequential way. Lots of good references, links, and printed coursework book made it interesting, diverse learning. I also took the opportunity to write our ecounselling docs – policy, online booklet, online application etc during the training. This made it hard, intensive work but has really paid off in thoroughness and rigour.
I wanted a course that could be done entirely in ‘works time’ (over a summer) and so OCST 1 - individually tailored – suited me just right. Lots of intelligent engagement from the tutor I think made up for the lack of a learning cohort.
The spine of this training is the BACP Ethical Framework and Guidelines for online counselling and psychotherapy. This is a rigorous frame within which to work, and is another part of what constitute a very sound training.
Klaus Heinrich
UKRC Reg Ind Counsellor, BACP snr accred cllr/psychotherapist, BACP snr accred supervisor
OCST 1 Online Counselling Skills Course
I now feel much more knowledgeable, skilled and prepared to undertake online work in our service. I would not want to undertake this work without such a course as there are additional skills and considerations for even the most experienced face to face counsellor. The online Skype support and feedback was excellent. It was a good mix of theory and practice and I was able to fit it into my working day with some time allocation from my manager. Thanks Jane.
Trevor Butlin, Student Counsellor, De Montfort University
OCST 1 Online Counselling Skills Course
I found Jane’s OCST 1 course to provide an interesting insight into the ramifications of online counselling, for learning new skills and for how to apply existing ones to an online context. Many Thanks!
Monica Sala, Integrative Psychotherapist (MSc.)
www.ukonlinecounselling.com
OCST Online Supervision Course
I recommend this supportive, flexible course in online supervision. Having worked via instant messaging for 2 years, I have found it particularly helpful to experiment with other forms of online work (Skype/use of webcam and e-mail counselling). I now feel more competent in offering my clients and supervisees alternatives to instant messaging.
Susanne Irving, Online Counsellor, www.gamcare.org.uk
OCST 2 Online Counselling Course
"Learning together as a group and discussing issues on the Forum gave me a tremendous feeling of support and the course Wiki was full of interesting information. I recommend this course without reservation and am looking forward to training further with Jane".
Julie Stocks. Counsellor, University of Lincoln.
“A highly supportive, educational and enjoyable course that I would recommend to anyone interested in Online Counselling.
All you need to know is covered and explored through group meetings, supervision, forums and other invaluable communications.
Whether you are a beginner or have had some experience within this field, the course will effectively develop your skills and enhance your learning”
Jonathan Bance. Volunteer online Counsellor. Samaritans. Leicester.
"I wholeheartedly recommend this course. Although I am a very experienced counsellor, I have learnt so much, reviewed my skills and their use both on-line, and face-to-face. The benefits are considerable. For anyone wishing to gain greater understanding of e-counselling, then this is a very good course to take". - Audrey Baker. – Practice Manager. Baker Vaughan Counselling
"I work exclusively in private practice now but have previously worked as a counsellor and clinical supervisor in the NHS, Education, RELATE and a Hospice. I’ll put my hand up and admit that I was sceptical when I first heard of ecounselling but over the duration of this course I’ve become a convert. The course was genuinely ethical and offered a comprehensive and stimulating experience of all the skills and competencies involved for online work. Using the core skills and other online competencies that were skilfully taught to me by the excellent tutor on the course has given me the confidence to say ‘yes’ a therapeutic relationship does and can exist online."
Wendy Schreder- Private Practice Counsellor and Supervisor
OCST Online Supervision Training Course
If you are looking for a course that will give you new skills, remind you of old ones, stimulate your thinking, enhance your presence online and offers value for money?? Well look no further! The supervision course offers all of the above. I have recently completed Part 1 and I highly recommend it. What was covered in this course in six sessions; could take months to learn in a different context. The standard is high, and the cost is low....it is certainly a bargain!......what more could a prospective student ask for in a course?
Betty Gleeson. Counsellor and Supervisor.Trinity College. Dublin.
