Lucy Jupp Recognised as THE Accredited Counsellor

Truro School is delighted to celebrate that Lucy Jupp, Head of Year 12, has completed the prestigious Times Higher Education (THE) Counsellor Accreditation.

Lucy undertook the programme of study over the summer term, earning the internationally recognised title of Times Higher Education Accredited Counsellor in University Admissions. The accreditation recognises her extensive experience and expertise in supporting students as they navigate one of the most important decisions of their lives.

Reflecting on her achievement, Lucy said, “This accreditation was important to me because it provides formal recognition of the experience, expertise and reputation I have developed over many years in guiding students through the university admissions process.”

The eight-week programme was both comprehensive and demanding, with Lucy completing 12 modules covering a wide range of topics. These included managing stakeholders, working with senior leadership and parents, strengthening best practice in counselling, and exploring emerging trends such as the future of work and education.

The course also examined the growing role of artificial intelligence in university admissions and careers guidance. As part of the accreditation, Lucy submitted an essay to the Times Higher Education panel, titled AI: A New Challenge for the University Counselling Profession. Here, she explored the evolving relationship between technology and university counselling.

Lucy explained: “I argued that while AI can support tasks such as CV drafting, course research, essay planning and administrative work, students may over-trust AI outputs unless they are taught to use these tools critically, ethically and reflectively.”

She also highlighted the continued importance of the human element in guidance: “The essay also emphasised that AI cannot replace human judgement. A university counsellor remains best placed to understand a student’s hopes, fears, ambitions and individual circumstances, and to support them in identifying their best-fit university, something no algorithm can fully emulate.”

As a Times Higher Education-accredited counsellor, Lucy’s accreditation adds further distinction to Truro School’s Sixth Form offering. This recognition strengthens the School’s offering to current and prospective families, and reflects its ongoing commitment to providing outstanding support for students preparing for life beyond school.

Lucy concluded: “I am very pleased to have completed it and look forward to using the learning to further strengthen the guidance we offer to students and families.”

Her achievement is a testament to her dedication, professionalism and passion for supporting young people, and further enhances the expert guidance available to our Sixth Formers at Truro School.