Free Level 3 Applied Counselling Studies Course in Redditch. Classes run at Heart of Worcestershire College Redditch Campus, part-time on Thursday mornings. The course runs over one year and covers three main theoretical approaches to counselling, ethics, mental health, and what it means to work within a counselling agency. You can also volunteer with an agency in a non-counselling role as part of your studies. To join, you'll need a recognised counselling skills qualification of at least 75 guided learning hours, such as a Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills. You'll complete a face-to-face interview and a written assessment before starting.
Who this course is for
Do you want to become a counsellor? Are you a good listener? Are you caring, compassionate and keen to help others? If the answer is yes, then this course could be the perfect choice for you. , , The course introduces you to the three main theoretical approaches to counselling and shows what you can expect from working with counselling agencies. As part of this qualification, you can volunteer to work for an agency in a non-counselling capacity. Working on an agency based project is also a
Entry requirements
You must have achieved counselling skills training, for example our Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills or equivalent units/qualifications of at least 75 guided learning hours. , , You will participate in a face to face interview and provide a hand written piece of work to allow for an assessment of your literacy skills, as well as sitting a diagnostic test to assess level of English.
What you will learn
You'll explore three main theoretical approaches to counselling.
You'll study counselling ethics and professional practice.
You'll develop understanding of mental health in a counselling context.
You'll learn how counselling agencies operate and what working within them involves.
You'll understand how counselling skills apply in allied professions such as health, social care, and advocacy.
You'll gain experience through an agency-based project in a non-counselling capacity.
How you will learn
You'll attend classroom-based sessions on Thursday mornings at the Redditch Campus. Learning is delivered through taught sessions, group discussion, and an agency-based project. Assessment includes written work and practical elements. Before the course begins, you'll take part in a face-to-face interview, submit a handwritten piece of work, and sit a diagnostic English assessment.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Heart of Worcestershire College Redditch Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Counsellor support worker, assisting clients in an agency setting
Mental health support worker, helping people manage day-to-day challenges
Advocacy worker, supporting people to access services and rights
Health and social care worker, using counselling skills in a care role
Teaching assistant or learning mentor, supporting students' wellbeing
Community support worker, working with vulnerable adults or young people
What you could study next
Level 4 Certificate in Therapeutic Counselling (TC-L4): the next step toward practitioner-level counselling work and the qualification many agencies require for a counsellor role.
Level 4 or Level 5 Diploma in Counselling: a longer route that builds the supervised practice hours needed to work as a qualified counsellor.
Degree in Counselling or Psychotherapy: for those aiming toward chartered or accredited practitioner status.
