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Nick Hitchcock

Lecturer

Centre for Foundation Studies

  • Lecturer
    Centre for Foundation Studies

BIOGRAPHY

Nick is a Psychology Lecturer at the University of Chester, where he integrates his experiences as a mental health professional into the psychology modules. Focused on aiding newcomers to psychology, he is committed to developing foundational knowledge and core academic skills through content design, delivery, and assessment. His role also includes pastoral support, embodying his dedication to student development and lifelong learning.



Nick's path to teaching, marked by his own experience as a mature student entering higher education, deeply informs his approach. Having transitioned from a counsellor to academia, he utilises his background to support students facing similar journeys. Alongside his academic duties, Nick continues to offer part-time counselling services, blending practical insights with his educational role, enriching the learning experience for his students

UNIVERSITY OF CHESTER APPOINTMENTS

  • Lecturer In Psychology and Health Studies
    University of Chester, Centre for Foundation Studies, United Kingdom13 Nov 2023
  • Visiting Lecturer - Psychology
    University of Chester, Chester, United Kingdom31 Aug 2022 - 6 Nov 2023
  • Specialist Mentor - Mental Health and Neurodiversity
    University of Chester, Chester, United Kingdom1 Nov 2021 - 6 Nov 2023

NON-ACADEMIC POSITIONS

  • Counsellor and Life Coach
    Private Practice, United Kingdom19 Aug 2019

DEGREES

  • BSC Hons - Counselling and Psychotherapy
    University of Salford, Salford, United Kingdom
  • MSc Psychology Conversion
    University of Chester, Chester, United Kingdom

CERTIFICATIONS

  • Registered Member
    British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, Lutterworth, United Kingdom
  • Graduate Member
    British Psychological Society, Leicester, United Kingdom
  • Associate Fellow
    Advance HE, York, United Kingdom

SCHOOL

  • Centre for Foundation Studies