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Level 2 Introduction To Counselling Skills (ICSK-L2)

ONLINE COURSE

No course planned at present

 

 

Places will only be offered after completion of the application form and a successful zoom interview.​

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Aims

Aims

The aim of this course is to provide an introduction to counselling skills for those who want to learn initial counselling skills to help and support others, either in a voluntary or employed capacity. It will not teach you to become a counsellor but it may help you to develop skills as a helper and assist in deciding whether you wish to proceed onto further courses and train as a counsellor.

Length of Course

Length of Course

 

Course Start Date

Course Start Date

 

Course Day

Course Day

 

Course Times

Course Times

 

Course Location

Course Location

 

Course Attendance

Course Attendance

90% minimum

Minimum Age

Minimum Age

18 years

Entry Requirements

Entry Requirements

There is a lot of writing for this course so a Level 2 (GCSE A-C) in Literacy (or equivalent) is needed. If you don't have this level of qualification, you will be asked to complete a written exercise

A willingness to discuss thoughts and feelings with others as part of a group, 1-2-1 with other students and tutors and in writing

A willingness to give feedback to and receive feedback from others in the group

Be committed to exploring your own values, beliefs and attitudes and examining how you relate to other people

Be committed to the learning process and completing the necessary homework to fulfil the requirements of the course

If you are experiencing any current emotional or psychological problems then you will not be accepted onto the course

If you are currently experiencing any significant life events, then you may not be accepted onto the course

Ability to use a computer (word processing and sending emails) and access to a printer to print work for portfolio

Course Content

Course Content

A large part of the course is experiential learning and observation and involves a commitment to personal development/developing self-awareness.

The course contains the following units:-

1. Using basic counselling skills within the limits of a helping role

2. Establishing a helping interaction

3. Communicating understanding of other person’s concerns

4. Focusing on the person’s agenda

5. Understanding the importance of self-awareness in helping work

6. Using different types of listening and responding skills in a helping interaction

7. Using review and feedback to evaluate helping skills

Assessment

You will produce a written e-portfolio of work, which documents evidence of your learning, a record of your personal development and a collection of evidence to support CPCAB criteria outlined in the Candidate Learning Record (CLR). Successful completion of the course is dependent upon the completion of this portfolio.

Additional Study Time

4 hours a week (this may be dependent upon the student). It is important to think about how you will fit this course into your daily life, making sure that you consider your employment, family commitments, health issues etc.

Progression

This is a stand-alone introductory course but progression is available on to the CPCAB Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills that is curre4ntly offered by NCCS.

Cost

 

Feedback From Recent Introduction Courses​

"Great course, great tutor. Very satisfied with the whole learning experience and the journey"

​I am so happy, so relieved and so grateful for your amazing words and your teaching throughout the course. I have learnt so much and I am so grateful for the positive difference you have made during this learning experience".

How to apply

  • Completion of an application form (please indicate on your form whcih course you are interested in)

  • If eligibility requirements are met, a 30 minute interview will be offered using the online platform Zoom

  • Only upon successful completion of the interview will a place be offered on the course.

Counselling taster session

Have you thought about a counselling career but don't know where to start?

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Introduction to Counselling Course

Learn initial theory and counselling skills to help and support others.

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Level 2 Certificate In Counselling Skills

Gain the skills to work safely in a variety of helping contexts and roles.

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Level 3 Certificate In Counselling Studies

Learn different counselling theories to support your counselling skills in practice.

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Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling

Gain the skills and competency to work as a therapeutic counsellor.

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