Free Level 2 Counselling Course in Haringey. Classes run at Capital City College Tottenham Campus, part-time during the day. No previous qualifications are needed to apply. All applicants have an assessment and interview to confirm the course is the right fit. Over 41 weeks, you'll explore the major approaches to counselling, the ethics of the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy framework, and how to use counselling skills safely and empathetically. This free counselling course for adults is a strong foundation for roles in support, care, and education.
Who this course is for
This course will give you the skills needed to work towards becoming a counsellor, deepen your understanding of the process, and teach you the sensitivity and awareness required for change and growth. You will learn about the ethics within the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy's (BCAP) Ethical Framework for Counselling and Psychotherapy, as well as the major approaches to counselling and their philosophical and practical assumptions about the nature of humans.
Entry requirements
You do not need to have any previous qualifications. All applicants must have an assessment and interview to confirm that the course is suitable for them. If you are currently receiving Mental Health support through an agency, you must complete this before entry into the course.
What you will learn
You'll use counselling skills ethically and safely in a helping role.
You'll learn how to establish and maintain the boundaries of a helping relationship.
You'll develop empathetic listening and responding skills.
You'll practise focusing on the other person's needs and concerns.
You'll build self-awareness and understand how it shapes your work as a helper.
You'll use a range of counselling techniques to support helping interactions.
You'll apply feedback and reflection to improve your counselling skills.
You'll study the major approaches to counselling and their philosophical foundations.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at the Tottenham Campus. Teaching covers counselling theory, ethics, and practical skills. Assessment is ongoing and includes written work and reflection on your practice. All applicants go through an assessment and interview before the course begins. If you are currently receiving mental health support through an agency, you'll need to complete that before you can start.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Capital City College Tottenham Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Support worker. Use counselling skills to support people in community or residential settings.
Care assistant. Apply empathetic listening in care roles across health and social care.
Youth support worker. Help young people navigate personal and emotional challenges.
Teaching assistant. Support pupils' wellbeing alongside classroom learning.
SEN teaching assistant. Work with students who need additional emotional or learning support.
Adult educator. Facilitate learning for adults in community or further education settings.
Counselling trainee. Begin supervised practice as you work toward further counselling qualifications.
What you could study next
Level 3 Certificate in Counselling Skills. The natural next step if you want to deepen your practice and move closer to working as a counsellor.
Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling. Required by most professional bodies, including BACP, for practitioner-level membership and independent practice.
Level 3 Award in Education and Training. Useful if you want to move into teaching or training roles using the skills you've developed.
