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Counselling Skills (Level 2)

Course Overview

Fee disclaimer

  • This course is FREE for most students

Course fees listed below are the maximum fee if paid.  Click here to find out more and if you are eligible for free or discounted courses.

Entry requirements

Eligibility criteria:

- Age 19+
- Lived in the EU for 3 years.

Course information

This course is FREE for all, find out more

This is a 12 week course for adults with continuous start dates throughout the year. With guidance and support you will work online towards achieving a recognised Level 2 qualification, and receive your certificate on completion. Please apply or contact us for further information.

This qualification gives learners the opportunity to investigate the knowledge and skills needed to use counselling skills and engage in a helping interaction appropriately.

Course Content:

  • Describe how core counselling skills can be used in a counselling relationship and in other helping activities;
  • Describe how counselling theory underpins the use of counselling skills;
  • Describe how the ethical framework informs own use of counselling skills;
  • Describe how to develop skills and qualities in the future.
  • How you are assessed

    You will learn:

    - Unit 1 - Diversity and Ethics in the Use of Counselling Skills;
    - Unit 2 - Introduction to Counselling Skills Theories;
    - Unit 3 - Counselling Skills and Personal Development;
    - Unit 4 - Using Counselling Skills.

    As part of your registration process for online learning you will have to attend a short induction to provide evidence of your eligibility. You will not have to attend an interview.

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What Can This Course Lead To

Learner Benefits:

- Achieve a nationally recognised Level 2 qualification;
- Furthers personal and professional development;
- No need to formally attend a college;
- Receive a set of high-quality learner support materials;
- Receive support from a dedicated team.

Business Benefits:

- Gives assurance that employees are well-trained;
- Creates a more motivated and engaged workforce;
- Gives employees a high standard of learning;
- Furthers personal and professional development.

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