Free Level 2 Counselling Course. Study online at your own pace, fitting learning around your existing commitments. This free counselling course is open to adults aged 19 or over who have lived in the UK for three or more years. Over six months, you'll build a grounded understanding of counselling skills, including how to listen actively, support others effectively, and apply ethical principles in helping relationships. The course suits a range of roles in care, education, and support work.
Who this course is for
Aged 19+, lived in the UK 3+ years
Entry requirements
Aged 19+, lived in the UK 3+ years
What you will learn
You'll develop active listening skills used in counselling and support settings.
You'll explore the core values and ethics that underpin counselling practice.
You'll learn how to build and maintain a supportive helping relationship.
You'll understand how personal experiences and self-awareness affect the helping process.
You'll study key counselling theories and how they apply in practice.
You'll practise communication skills for working with people in distress or difficulty.
How you will learn
You'll study online, working through course materials at your own pace. Assessment is through written assignments and reflective tasks that you complete and submit online. There are no exams. Your work is assessed against the TQUK qualification standards for the Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Stockton Learning and Skills Service will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Support worker. Use counselling skills to support vulnerable adults day to day.
Care assistant. Apply listening and communication skills in care settings.
Teaching assistant. Support pupils' emotional wellbeing alongside learning.
SEN teaching assistant. Help students with additional needs in school.
Youth support worker. Work with young people facing personal challenges.
Adult educator. Facilitate learning for adults in community or college settings.
Counselling volunteer. Begin voluntary counselling work while building experience.
What you could study next
Level 3 Certificate or Diploma in Counselling. The next step if you want to move toward practitioner-level counselling work. Most training organisations require a Level 2 counselling qualification before entry.
Level 3 Award in Education and Training. Useful if you want to move into teaching or training roles in adult education.
Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care. Broadens your options across care and support work.
