Training provider membership

Join the professional community that’s raising training standards

Our primary role is the advancement of counselling and psychotherapy. Part of this role is the support and encouragement of all our Training Providers.

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Course recognition categories & criteria

We have a duty to ensure that any training courses which offer a route to registration are fit for purpose and meet the requirements of our Training Standards.

Course Recognition Categories & Criteria

Why become a member?

Training Provider membership with the Society comes with a range of benefits and opportunities.

Stand among trusted providers

Gain recognition from one of the UK’s most respected membership bodies.

Boost your course credibility

Display the NCPS logo to show potential learners that your course meets our professional standards

Help students progress professionally

Enable graduates to apply for NCPS Accredited registration - a valuable step in their career

Be part of a professional community

Connect with likeminded providers and professionals who share a passion for high-quality education

Shape the future of training

Have a voice in the development and the future of our profession

Align with ethical excellence

Show your commitment to rigorous, ethical practice with a Society that puts client safety and practitioner development first

Course recognition fees

Find the right recognition for your courses

We believe that achieving recognition of your courses is essential

If you are not sure which type of recognition is right for your training, you can find more information on types of recognition here or get in touch with us at standards@ncps.com

Please note: assessment fees are non-refundable

Please note: assessment fees are non-refundable

Training Provider Membership benefits designed with you in mind

We recognise counselling as a distinct and meaningful vocation, ensuring our members feel valued and supported — and the same can be true for your students and graduates.

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Course recognition & listing

Your course appears in our public directory, giving you greater visibility to prospective students

Use of NCPS logo

Use the trusted NCPS logo across you marketing and course materials, signalling credibility and quality assurance

Dedicated provider support

Access responsive support from a team that understands your training needs, with advice, guidance and regular updates

Student membership pathways

Your learners can join the NCPS as student members and access guidance, resources, and a clear pathway to Accredited Registrant Membership

What our Training Provider members say about us

Proud to be an NCPS Training Provider

“I highly recommend the NCPS as a Training Provider. Their attention to detail, expertise and professional manner have been exemplary. We were so impressed we chose NCPS to manage and market our courses, and the organisation has been smooth, efficient, friendly and approachable. Special thanks to Kate and Jacqui for their hard work and support. I am proud to be an NCPS Training Provider with my CPD courses quality checked by them, and heartened by their genuine interest in us as trainers and in our vision for high quality CPD."

Kate Day

Director of KRD Training

I couldn't recommend NCPS more highly

“I recently moved to NCPS after being with another membership body my entire counselling and teaching career, and it was the best decision I have made. I couldn’t recommend NCPS more highly. I run a private counselling training centre and completed the quality checking process for our Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills. I couldn’t have asked for more from the staff, and the process was extremely quick. I hope to gain quality checked status for my L3 and accredited status for my L4. Highly recommended.”

Kelly Porch

Northamptonshire Centre for Counselling Studies (NCCS)

Friendly, helpful, and organised

“We have enjoyed a long collaboration with the NCPS, whose governance has been assessed by the Professional Standards. The relationship has always been professional, with everyone friendly, helpful and organised. We appreciate the NCPS taking a proactive role in the counselling profession. Our students and graduates give excellent feedback and feel supported with a high quality service.”

Avy Joseph

College of Cognitive Behavioural Therapies (CCBT)

Highly professional

At the NAOS Institute, together with the London Diploma in Psychosexual and Relationship Therapy, we were awarded accredited training status with NCPS several years ago, as the only NCPS accredited psychosexual and relationship training in the UK. We found the NCPS highly professional in its training standards, procedures, and policies, as well as approachable when we needed support. Highly recommended!

Bernd Leygraf

NAOS

The team at the NCPS are amazing

Liberty Talking Therapy joined the NCPS as a Training Provider in 2019 and it was the best thing we have done. The whole process from start to completion is well oiled and supportive. From confirmation of the receipt of the course to discussions on how to improve the material or ideas of what may also be included, the team at the NCPS are amazing and know their stuff. Their ethos of providing training that leads to high professional standards fits exactly with our own which makes the support exactly what we need.

Catherine Drewer

Training By Liberty Limited

Your membership Journey

We recognise the experience and skills that each individual can bring to our profession, and you’ll find that this is reflected in our application process.

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Step 1

Complete your application online

You'll need to create an account in our Member Portal, from here you will be able to apply for right type of course recognition.

Step 2

Your application is reviewed

Once you've applied through the Member Portal and submitted all necessary documents, the team will review you application and come back to you if any further information is required but rest assured, we'll give you all the guidance we can to support you.

Step 3

Enjoy the benefits of being an NCPS member

Once we've approved your application, then you can advertise your membership, and enjoy all the benefits of your membership.

Ready to set your courses apart from others?

Join hundreds of counselling & psychotherapy training providers who benefit from NCPS membership and are making a significant difference to the profession.