Free Access to HE Counselling Course in Great Yarmouth. Classes run full-time at East Coast College Great Yarmouth Campus. This level 3 access to he counselling qualification is designed to develop your knowledge and skills in counselling, and is recognised by UK universities as a route into degree-level study. The course runs for 603 hours of daytime study. Entry requirements are available on request, so contact the centre to find out what you need.
Who this course is for
Counselling L3 Dip E&T [Access] (ACCOFL3C00 26/27GA) is based in the Access to HE department and is designed to help you develop skills in this area. We have chosen CAVA as the exam board for this course.
Entry requirements
Entry requirements available on request.
What you will learn
You'll explore the core theories and models used in counselling practice.
You'll develop your understanding of human behaviour and psychological wellbeing.
You'll study ethical frameworks and professional boundaries in counselling.
You'll examine how counselling relationships are formed and maintained.
You'll build skills in reflective practice and self-awareness.
You'll learn how to apply counselling concepts to real client scenarios.
You'll develop academic writing and research skills needed for university study.
How you will learn
You'll study in the classroom at East Coast College Great Yarmouth Campus, with full-time daytime attendance. Assessment is through a combination of assignments, essays, and coursework set by CAVA, the awarding body chosen for this course. You'll build a portfolio of work across the year that demonstrates your knowledge and skills in counselling.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. East Coast College Great Yarmouth Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Counsellor, working with individuals in community or private settings
Support worker, helping people with mental health or emotional needs
Youth worker, supporting young people through personal challenges
Welfare adviser, providing guidance in education or community organisations
Volunteer coordinator, managing support services for charities
Mental health support worker, assisting clinical teams in care settings
What you could study next
BA (Hons) Counselling or Counselling Psychology, the natural next step after this Access to HE Diploma, giving you a degree-level qualification to practise professionally.
BSc (Hons) Psychology, if you want to broaden into psychological research or clinical work.
BA (Hons) Social Work, for those drawn toward statutory support roles.
Level 4 or Level 5 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling, a vocational route if you prefer to build practice hours alongside academic study.
