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Free Level 2 Counselling Course in Manchester

CostFREE
Duration23 weeks
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2026
Study modePart-time
AttendanceEvening
Awarding bodyNCFE awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 2 Counselling Course in Manchester. Evening classes run at Hopwood Hall College Middleton Campus, so you can fit study around work or other commitments. The course runs for 23 weeks part-time. You'll build a grounding in counselling skills, exploring how people communicate, how to listen actively, and how to support others effectively. Entry requires 4 GCSEs at grade D or above, or equivalent, including English Language and Maths.

Who this course is for

Discover our range of courses at Hopwood Hall College, with entry requirements, progression and course information.

Entry requirements

4 GCSEs grade D or above or equivalent to include English Language and Mathematics.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop active listening skills used in counselling and support roles.
  • You'll explore the core principles behind counselling approaches.
  • You'll practise using counselling skills in structured activities.
  • You'll learn how to build a supportive and non-judgemental relationship with others.
  • You'll understand personal boundaries and professional ethics in a helping role.
  • You'll reflect on your own communication style and how it affects others.

How you will learn

Classes are delivered in a classroom setting on evenings at Hopwood Hall College Middleton Campus. You'll learn through tutor-led sessions, group discussion, and skills practice. Assessment is through written work and practical demonstration of counselling skills. Your tutor will give feedback throughout the course to support your progress.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Hopwood Hall College Middleton Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Care assistant: support people in care settings day to day.
  • Support worker: help adults or young people with practical and emotional needs.
  • Youth support worker: work with young people in community or school settings.
  • Teaching assistant: assist in classrooms, including with pastoral support.
  • SEN teaching assistant: support pupils with special educational needs.
  • Adult educator: teach or facilitate learning in community settings.
  • Counselling trainee: begin supervised practice toward a counselling role.

What you could study next

A Level 2 counselling qualification is often a stepping stone to further study. The Level 3 Certificate in Counselling Studies is a common next step and is usually required before applying to a full counselling Diploma. A Level 4 or Level 5 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling is the qualification most professional counsellors hold. Some learners also progress into social work, mental health support, or education courses.

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