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Funding Update

There are a number of funding updates being rolled out for the next academic year and beyond.

All current funding streams for CPCAB’s qualifications have been rolled over into the new academic year by the Department for Education. This means centres can continue to access funding for Level 2 to Level 5 qualifications as usual.
From January 2027, learners at eligible centres will be able to apply for the Lifelong Learning Entitlementfor selected Level 4 and Level 5 qualifications.
Advanced Learner Loans for the selected qualifications continue until 2030, with centres encouraged to transition to LLE prior to this end date.
Funding for the LC-L4 will end on 31st December 2026.
Increased funding is available for the Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling following it’s approval as a Higher Technical Qualification (HTQ).

We advise you to read the full article regarding the funding updates here

Alternatively, reach out to our funding team via contact@cpcab.co.uk or review our Funding Guides.

Standardisation Training Events

Thank you to everyone who has joined us, either in-person or online, for a standardisation session this academic year. We value the opportunity to connect with our CPCAB community! Please click the button below to book upcoming an standardisation event.

If you're unsure whether your centre has met this year's standardisation requirements, please contact us verification@cpcab.co.uk

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CPD Group Supervision Workshops

We're excited to confirm our next CPD Group Supervisions Workshops for CST-L3 and CAST-L3 will take place on the 15th and 22nd of May. The workshops offer small-group training and provide a supportive and focused learning environment. Both sessions must be attended in full to receive the CPD certificate.

If the event is fully booked, please email contact@cpcab.co.uk to be added to the waiting list.

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CPD in Group Supervision for TC-L4 Tutors

Following the success of our CPD in group supervision for CAST-L3 tutors, we are pleased to announce the upcoming launch of a similar CPD programme for tutors seeking approval as TC-L4 core tutors.

This workshop is being developed for tutors who meet the requirements for the TC-L4 tutor role but do not yet have experience as clinical supervisors. While it is not a substitute for a formal supervision qualification, the aim is to equip delegates with the knowledge and skills needed to confidently facilitate group training supervision and prepare candidates for client work.

Further details will be shared over the coming months. In the meantime, if you have any questions, please feel free to contact our Qualification Development team: liz@cpcab.co.uk or molly@cpcab.co.uk.

Upcoming EV Visits

Ahead of our Spring/Summer EV visits, we would like to remind you of our minimum sampling requirement.

One set of 'four candidate work samples' for each registered tutor, per qualification they deliver.

To ensure a smooth visit, we ask that the following info is complete and returned to your EV 2 weeks prior to your scheduled visit

1) Pre-visit questionnaire (sent by EV)

2) Confirmation on any changes since your last visit

Open University Foundation Degree in Counselling

We are delighted to inform you that we've relaunched the Open University Foundation Degree in Counselling and the Diploma of Higher Education in Counselling in Scotland. The progression route is available for candidates on TC-L4, PC-L5 and/or CBT-L5.

Registration is now open for a start in October 2026.

Find more information about this exciting opportunity here.

Join the CPCAB Team!

Are you passionate about counselling training and ready for your next challenge? We’re excited to share that CPCAB currently has several job vacancies. Come and be part of the CPCAB team...

Counselling Qualifications Professional

We're looking for a skilled and experienced counselling tutor who is looking to make a significant contribution to the wider world of counselling education.

Counselling Qualifications Professional: Quality Assurance

We're looking for an experienced counselling tutor with a passion for ensuring the continued quality of counselling training in the UK, to join our Quality Assurance Team.

Regulatory Compliance and Funding Advisor - Education

We're looking for a highly organised, analytical individual to join our Regulation and Funding team.

External Verifiers

If you are passionate about quality, candidate experience, and supporting centres, come and join our EV team. We'd love to hear from you.

To find out more information or to apply, visit the CPCAB jobs page

JOBS PAGE

Online Tutor Community

We’re delighted to announce that we’ll soon be launching the CPCAB Online Tutor Community.

This new space will provide a supportive and welcoming environment where tutors and centres can connect, share ideas and inspiration, plus access additional CPCAB resources and learning opportunities.

We hope you’re as excited as we are. Watch this space for updates on the launch.

Internal Quality Assurance Policy

CPCAB's guidance on Internal Moderation and Internal Verification has been updated into an IQA Policy. To ensure consistency in centres' quality assurance processes, please familiarise yourself with the policy ahead of your next EV visit.

We will arrange online training sessions to give guidance on the IQA processes. For more information please contact verification@cpcab.co.uk

CPCAB Team News

We’re delighted to welcome three new members to the CPCAB team; Jodi, Georgia and Becky! Find out more about their new roles at CPCAB...

Jodi Crocker

Hi, I'm Jodi. I am the Regulatory Compliance & Funding Manager. My background is in teaching and quality assurance across secondary education as well as working in customer service. My role is to ensure that CPCAB's regulatory activity remains compliant. I am also responsible for monitoring the funding landscape to ensure that CPCAB's qualifications remain responsive to the landscape. I am looking forward to working across the organisation and helping centres access funding for their learners.

Georgia-Rose Voice

Hello, I'm Georgia-Rose and I am delighted to join the Quality Assurance team at CPCAB as the new CASS Operations Assistant. I bring over 10 years of administrative experience across the healthcare, legal, and housing sectors, most recently serving as an Operations Coordinator & Communications Lead where I specialised in scheduling, compliance reporting, and service improvement. I am a highly organised and reliable person with a strong background in managing complex priorities. I have a keen interest in Mental Health having completed qualifications in Mental Health Awareness and Understanding Mental Health. I very much look forward to working with you all.

Rebecca Bell

Hi, I'm Becky - I am the Quality Assurance Manager at CPCAB. I have a background in psychology and education with experience as a course lead and lecturer in further and higher education, alongside leading on quality assurance. In my role, I manage quality assurance processes across both regulated and tailor-made qualifications, supporting the implementation of the CASS model and continuous improvement. I work to ensure that QA processes meet regulatory and best practice standards, and provide guidance and training to support consistent assessment. I am looking forward to working across the organisation and contributing to the ongoing development of high-quality provision.

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