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Free Level 2 Counselling Course in Grays

CostFREE
Duration26 weeks
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start8 Jan 2027
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyNCFE awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 2 Counselling Course in Grays. Classes run at Thurrock Adult Community College, part-time during the day over 26 weeks.

The course introduces key counselling skills, communication techniques, and counselling theories. You'll develop your ability to support others in everyday, work, and helping relationships. Topics include listening skills, self-awareness, and how different counselling approaches work in practice.

Before you start, you'll need to attend a Meet the Team session at the college. You'll finish with an NCFE Certificate in Counselling Skills.

Who this course is for

"Introduces learners to key counselling skills, communication techniques, and counselling theories. It helps develop confidence in supporting others within everyday, work, and helping relationships.

The qualification is ideal for those considering further study in counselling or people-focused careers.

Prior to the course, you will need to come in to Meet The Team - these sessions could last 3 hours. You will need to book a session by emailing [email protected] or calling 01375 372476."

Entry requirements

"You must have good skills/knowledge at the previous level.

You will need to come in to Meet The Team - these sessions could last 3 hours. You will need to book a session via the enrolment button on our website, or by calling 01375 372476."

What you will learn

  • You'll learn core counselling skills, including active listening and empathic responding.
  • You'll explore key counselling theories and how they apply in practice.
  • You'll develop communication techniques for supporting others effectively.
  • You'll build self-awareness and reflect on your own values and attitudes.
  • You'll understand the boundaries and ethics of helping relationships.
  • You'll practise using counselling skills in work, everyday, and formal helping contexts.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Thurrock Adult Community College. Teaching includes group discussions, skills practice, and reflective activities. Assessment is typically through written assignments and observed skills practice, in line with the NCFE qualification requirements.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Thurrock Adult Community College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Support worker, helps people manage daily challenges and emotional difficulties.
  • Youth worker, supports young people's wellbeing in community or school settings.
  • Healthcare assistant, provides care and emotional support to patients.
  • Advice worker, guides people through personal or practical difficulties.
  • Befriending coordinator, organises volunteer support for isolated individuals.
  • Community outreach worker, connects people with local services and support.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Certificate or Diploma in Counselling, the next step toward becoming a qualified counsellor.
  • Level 3 Health and Social Care Diploma, broadens your options across care and support roles.
  • Level 3 Award in Education and Training, useful if you want to support or train others in a helping context.
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