Admissions and Fees
Applying is a conversation, not a test. We want to understand what's bringing you to training, and help you find the right place to begin.
How to Apply
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Start with TA101
Most people begin here. It's open to everyone and gives you a real feel for TA, and for us.
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Apply Online
Complete our application form. It asks about your background and what draws you to the training.
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Meet with Us
For the Foundation Year onwards, you'll have a conversation with one of our trainers, online or in person.
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Join Your Group
Once you've accepted your place, we'll send everything you need before your first weekend.
Entry Requirements and Fees
After the TA101, each year of training has the same fee.
| Course | Entry requirements | Fee |
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| TA101 | Open to everyone | £200, paid in full on booking |
| Foundation Year in TA | TA101, an interview, and aged 18 or over | £3,400 (one year) |
| Diploma in TA Psychotherapeutic Counselling | Foundation Year or equivalent, personal therapy, and an interview | £3,400 per year (two years) |
| Advanced Diploma in TA Psychotherapy | Diploma or equivalent, current supervised practice, personal therapy, and an interview | £3,400 (one year) |
| Applying via APL | TA training at another UKATA RTE, or a TA counselling qualification through a Foundation Degree or Level 4 Diploma; APL reviewed during your application | £200 APL admin fee, then £3,400 per year (two years) |
Paying for Your Training
Each year of the Foundation Year, Diploma and Advanced Diploma costs £3,400. A non-refundable deposit of £400 secures your place and counts towards the fee.
You can then pay the remaining £3,000 in one of three ways:
- in full
- in three termly payments, due on 14 December, 14 March and 14 July
- in ten monthly instalments, due on the 14th of each month
The TA101 is £200, paid in full when you book.
Fees are reviewed each year.
Costs Beyond the Fee
Fees cover tuition and course materials. Please also plan for:
- Personal therapy, at least 40 hours a year from the Foundation Year
- Student membership of UKATA (which includes EATA), throughout your training
- Clinical supervision and professional indemnity insurance, once you're seeing clients
- Final exam fees: £250 for the Diploma and £350 for the Advanced Diploma. CTA exam fees are set by EATA and ITAA.
- Professional membership and registration fees when you qualify
- Books, and travel to the in-person weekends
Questions About Applying
Do I need a degree or a background in psychology?
No. People come to TA training from all kinds of backgrounds, and there are no formal academic requirements. The one thing we ask is that you're able to work at Level 7, which is Master's level, as that's the standard of the later stages. Beyond that, what matters most is your capacity for self-reflection and your readiness to learn in a group.
Is there an application deadline?
No. You can apply at any time, and we'll talk with you about the next available start.
What will the interview be like?
It's a two-way conversation with one of our trainers about your experience, your hopes for the training and any questions you have. It's as much a chance for you to get to know us as for us to get to know you.
How much of the training do I need to attend?
We ask everyone to attend every training day, because so much of the learning happens in the group. If you can't avoid missing a day, let your trainer know as soon as possible and you'll catch up with a one-to-one tutorial. You need to attend at least 80% of each year to move on to the next.
Is the deposit refundable?
No. The £400 deposit is non-refundable, but it counts towards your fee for the year.