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Free Level 2 Counselling Course in Wood Green

CostFREE
Duration11 weeks
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start9 Sep 2026
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCPCAB awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 2 Counselling Course in Wood Green. Classes run at Haringey Learns, Wood Green Library, part-time during the day.

The course runs over 11 weeks. You'll explore the core principles behind counselling skills and how to use them in everyday and professional settings. Topics include active listening, empathy, boundaries, and ethical practice. You'll also look at how counselling skills can support people through difficulty.

You'll need to be 19 or over by 31 August 2026 to join. An initial assessment confirms your English and digital skills are at Level 1 or above. You'll finish with a Level 2 Award in Introduction to Counselling Skills.

Who this course is for

This qualification does not lead directly to an employed role. However, it could enhance an existing role or increase the general employability of those seeking to enter the job market. This course is for learners who are interested in building a career, using counselling and related skills.

Entry requirements

"You must be aged 19 or over by 31st August 2026 to join a course.Enrolment is subject to (1) GLA-fundng eligibility being confirmed in respect of residency, income and prior attainment, and (2) initial assessments. Those accepted on the course will have demonstrated through initial assessment:� ��� �Written and spoken English at Level 1 or above ��� �Digital Skills at Level 1 or aboveYou must be aged 19 or over by 31st August 2025, to join a course. Enrolment is subject to GLA funding eli

What you will learn

  • You'll explore the core principles of counselling skills and how they work in practice.
  • You'll develop active listening techniques to support others effectively.
  • You'll learn how to show empathy and build rapport in helping relationships.
  • You'll understand the importance of professional boundaries and ethical practice.
  • You'll reflect on how counselling skills can be applied in a range of settings.
  • You'll gain awareness of how people respond to difficulty and distress.

How you will learn

Classes are classroom based and run during the day. You'll take part in group discussions, skills practice, and reflective activities. Assessment is through written work and observation of your counselling skills in practice. There are no formal exams.

What you will need to bring

Haringey Learns, Wood Green Library will confirm what you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Support worker, uses listening and communication skills in care settings.
  • Community outreach worker, supports people facing personal or social challenges.
  • Volunteer counsellor, assists qualified counsellors in a supervised setting.
  • Teaching assistant, applies supportive communication skills with pupils.
  • Youth worker, works with young people in community or educational settings.
  • Healthcare receptionist, draws on empathy and communication in a patient-facing role.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Certificate or Diploma in Counselling Skills, the next step for those who want to go further in counselling practice.
  • Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling, needed to work as a qualified counsellor and typically requires a Level 3 first.
  • Mental health or social care qualifications at Level 3, for roles supporting people in health or community settings.
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