Level 2 Counselling Course in Chesterfield – Chesterfield College
CostFree if you're eligible
Duration24 weeks
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start12 Jan 2027
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding body
Free or reduced fees may be available, depending on your circumstances. Chesterfield College lists a fee of £225 if you're not eligible. Contact Chesterfield College for more info.
Level 2 Counselling Course in Chesterfield. Classes run at Chesterfield College, part-time during the day, over 24 weeks. Adult funding is available depending on your circumstances. Fees may apply if you're not eligible. The course covers core counselling skills, helping you develop the listening, communication, and interpersonal skills used in helping roles. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm the right level for you. If you don't hold a Level 2 in maths and English, the college strongly advises studying them alongside this course.
Who this course is for
Adult Learners This is an ideal course if you work in a helping role, interested in enhancing your people and communication skills and/or if you wish to progress to becoming a qualified counsellor.
Entry requirements
There are no specific entry requirements for this qualification, but if you do not have a minimum of Level 2 in maths and English (or equivalent) you are strongly advised to re-sit them alongside this qualification. Functional Skills and GCSEs are both available and the enrolment choice will initially be based on the level of initial assessment and the future progression choice.
What you will learn
You'll develop active listening skills used in counselling and support work.
You'll explore the core values and ethics that underpin counselling practice.
You'll practise communication techniques for working with people in distress.
You'll understand different counselling theories and how they're applied.
You'll reflect on your own personal development and self-awareness.
You'll learn how to build and maintain a supportive helping relationship.
How you will learn
Classes are delivered in the classroom at Chesterfield College. You'll learn through group discussions, skills practice, and reflective activities. Assessment is typically through written assignments and observed skills practice, allowing you to demonstrate your understanding and apply counselling techniques in realistic scenarios.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Chesterfield College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Counselling support worker: assist qualified counsellors in community or charity settings.
Care assistant: use communication skills in residential or domiciliary care.
Support worker: help adults or young people with emotional or practical needs.
Youth support worker: work with young people in schools or community projects.
Teaching assistant: support learners with social or emotional needs in classrooms.
SEN teaching assistant: work alongside teachers supporting pupils with additional needs.
Adult educator: facilitate learning and wellbeing programmes for adult groups.
What you could study next
Level 3 Certificate or Diploma in Counselling: the next step if you want to train as a qualified counsellor. Most Level 3 programmes require completion of a Level 2 counselling skills course.
Level 3 Award in Education and Training: useful if you're moving toward teaching or facilitation roles.
Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care: broadens your options in care and support work.
