Level 2 Counselling Course in Eastbourne. Classes run at East Sussex College Eastbourne Campus, part-time during the day over 23 weeks. You'll explore how counselling skills apply across different settings, with the Person Centred Approach at the heart of your learning. The course also encourages self-development alongside practical skills. Entry is open to those aged 19 or over at the start of the academic year. You'll need to have completed a Level 1 Interpersonal Skills Award before joining. A fee of £435 applies, and you'll need to bring an A4 ring binder. NCFE Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills with certificate.
Who this course is for
This course will help you to explore the application of counselling skills in a range of different settings. Underpinning your learning will be the Person Centred Approach to counselling which offers you a challenging and exciting opportunity to engage in counselling and explore self development. All applicants need to have completed the Level 1 Interpersonal Skills Award. Please note, entry is only open to those aged 19 or over at the start of the academic year. Ideal for those wanting to use counselling skills in their workplace and/or those wanting to continue practitioner training.
Entry requirements
Please see website
What you will learn
You'll explore how counselling skills are used across a range of settings.
You'll study the Person Centred Approach and how it shapes counselling practice.
You'll develop your ability to listen actively and respond with empathy.
You'll practise core counselling skills such as reflection, paraphrasing, and open questioning.
You'll examine boundaries and ethics in counselling relationships.
You'll engage in self-development and reflect on your own values and behaviours.
How you will learn
Learning takes place in the classroom through a mix of group discussion, skills practice, and reflective activities. Assessment is based on coursework and observation of your counselling skills in practice. You'll also complete written reflections on your development throughout the course.
What you will need to bring
You'll need to bring an A4 ring binder. East Sussex College Eastbourne Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Support worker: use counselling skills to support clients day to day.
Care assistant: apply listening and empathy skills in care settings.
Youth support worker: work with young people facing personal challenges.
SEN teaching assistant: support pupils with additional emotional or social needs.
Teaching assistant: bring communication skills into a classroom setting.
Adult educator: support adult learners in community or college settings.
What you could study next
Level 3 Certificate in Counselling Skills: a natural next step if you want to deepen your counselling knowledge and work toward professional practice.
Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling: the qualification many training counsellors work toward before applying for professional membership.
BACP-accredited counselling training: for those aiming toward registered counsellor status with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy.
