What is an online course?
Chrysalis Online Courses let you enjoy a study experience that is carried out entirely online - and is 100% interactive.
Once you've signed up for one of our distance learning courses, you'll be able to login as a student of Chrysalis Online through our dedicated Student Area and have your own home page where you can download course materials at your leisure, communicate with your tutor and even interact with other students through our coffee shop forum.

On purchase of a Chrysalis Online Course you will be assigned one of our expert tutors who will welcome you to your course experience. You can post questions and materials through the Student Area for your tutor to give feedback, and many of our courses have audio files and illustrations.
- What qualification will I get?
The qualification that you receive depends on the course that you undertake. Some courses offer a certificate of achievement approved by the National Counselling Society upon successful completion of the course, while others offer a guaranteed interview for Chrysalis Professional Diplomas (to find out more please visit Chrysalis® professional courses) in Hypnotherapy and/or Counselling, which are accredited by the Royal College of Nursing, approved for credits by the Open University, and accredited by the National Counselling Society and National Hypnotherapy Society.
With some of our courses you also have the chance to apply for membership with the National Counselling Society or the National Hypnotherapy Society.
For more information on specific qualifications, visit the individual course pages.
- Who will tutor me?
To create their online courses, co-principals of Chrysalis, Dr Chris Forester and Sharon Forester, have only worked with talented writers and tutors who are acknowledged experts in the field.
You can find details on specific course tutors in the individual course pages.
- How much tutor support do I get?
When you purchase a Chrysalis Online Course you will be assigned one of our expert tutors. You can post questions and materials through the Student Area for your tutor to give feedback and many of our courses have audio files and illustrations.
- How does an online course differ from a professional course?
As you may be aware, Chrysalis also run professional courses in Counselling, Psychotherapy and Hypnotherapy which provide students with all the skills needed to start a new career. For more information on our professional courses please visit www.chrysaliscourses.co.uk
Chrysalis Online Courses cover a wider range of subjects, including astrology, yoga and even Shamanic Journeying. An online course is a perfect introduction to a subject and is a great platform to start a new career or simply broaden your knowledge.
- How much does an online course cost?
Prices for an online course start at £175 and go up to £499. We also offer interest free payment options which means that you could buy one of our online courses from just £24.17 a month.
For more information on individual courses please visit the courses page.
- What is the Online Courses Coffee Shop?
The Online Courses Coffee Shop can be easily accessed by all students via the secure student login page. It is a forum where students can meet to discuss their course, or simply chat with like-minded people.
- How hard is an online course?
All of our online courses are designed to mentally challenge students. We have not created courses to be overtly difficult, but equally, we do not want them to be completed in a matter of minutes!
The courses are solely coursework based, so students will be given the relevant materials to read and then they will be expected to answer a variety of essay-based questions. Strong literacy skills are essential.
- What can I do with an online course?
There are many benefits to completing a Chrysalis online course, but what can you actually do with it? The answer is lots of things! This really depends on which style course you go for.
If you opt for one of our Skills based therapy courses, you will be taking your first step to becoming a Counsellor, Life Coach or Therapist and you can use your qualification to make the next step to full professional-level training. For example if you complete our Certificate in Counselling course this will guarantee you an interview for the Chrysalis® Courses Professional Diploma in Psychotherapeutic Counselling. The beauty of an online course from Chrysalis is that it gives you a taster of professional training before you decide to commit.
If you are already a qualified therapist, then most of our Skills courses will enable you to add to your toolkit and help expand your skills, offering an improved service to your clients.
Our Self Development courses will enable you to work through any personal problems you may have; concerning stress, fears and negative feelings to achieve better health and well being. Our supporting therapeutic process means that you can take this personal growth on throughout your life.
Finally our Spiritual Discovery courses are there to allow you to explore interesting new topics. With the support of qualified tutors you will learn new experiences to further your own knowledge.
Check out the Student Area
Communication through the Student Area is easy with our messaging system and you also have the reassurance of Student Support in case of difficulties, and if you'd rather just receive materials in the post this can be arranged at time of purchase (extra charges apply).
We'll do everything possible to ensure you have a satisfying and easy to understand learning experience.
To start your Chrysalis online journey please browse our selection of courses


