Level 2 Counselling Concepts Course in Grimsby

CostFREE
Duration81 days
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start27 Oct 2026
Study modePart-time
AttendanceEvening
Awarding bodyABC awarding body

About this course

Level 2 Counselling Concepts Course in Grimsby. Evening classes run at Grimsby Institute, so you can fit study around your existing commitments. The course may be free if you're 16 to 18 years old. If you're 19 or over, fees may apply. Contact Grimsby Institute to confirm what applies to you. You'll explore the core ideas behind counselling, including how people communicate, how relationships form, and how counselling approaches work in practice. The course runs over roughly three months part-time.

Who this course is for

Adults

Entry requirements

https://grimsby.ac.uk/courses/health-social-and-childcare/

What you will learn

  • You'll explore the key theories and approaches used in counselling practice.
  • You'll develop your understanding of how people communicate and listen effectively.
  • You'll examine the ethical principles that guide counselling work.
  • You'll study how counselling relationships are built and maintained.
  • You'll reflect on your own communication style and how it affects others.
  • You'll gain an understanding of boundaries and professional behaviour in a helping role.

How you will learn

Classes are delivered in a classroom setting at Grimsby Institute on an evening schedule. You'll learn through tutor-led sessions, group discussion, and reflective activities. Assessment is through written assignments and portfolio evidence that demonstrate your understanding of counselling concepts. There are no exams.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Grimsby Institute will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Support worker: assist people through emotional or practical difficulties
  • Healthcare assistant: entry-level role in mental health or community settings
  • Youth worker: support young people's wellbeing and development
  • Befriender or volunteer counsellor: community-based listening and support roles
  • Care assistant: provide person-centred support in residential or home care
  • Family support worker: help families navigate challenges and access services

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Certificate or Diploma in Counselling: the next step if you want to train as a counselling practitioner. Most counselling training organisations require a Level 3 qualification before you can progress to accredited counsellor status.
  • Level 3 Award in Mental Health Awareness: broadens your understanding of mental health and supports roles in health, social care, or community work.
  • Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Mental Health: a complementary qualification covering mental health conditions and support strategies.