Free Level 3 Counselling Course in Epsom. Evening classes run at NESCOT, part-time over one year, so you can fit study around work or other commitments. You'll develop core counselling skills including active listening, ethical practice, and how to support people through personal difficulties. The course covers counselling theory and gives you hands-on practice in skills sessions. It opens doors to roles in care, support work, education, and community settings.
Who this course is for
Please see the college website at http://www.nescot.ac.uk
Entry requirements
Please see the college website at http://www.nescot.ac.uk
What you will learn
You'll develop active listening and communication skills used in counselling practice.
You'll explore key counselling theories and how they apply in real conversations.
You'll practise counselling skills in structured role-play and observed sessions.
You'll learn about ethical frameworks and professional boundaries in counselling.
You'll understand how personal values and self-awareness affect helping relationships.
You'll study how to support people experiencing emotional or psychological difficulties.
How you will learn
Classes are delivered in the classroom at NESCOT on an evening, part-time basis over one year. You'll take part in skills practice sessions, group discussions, and reflective exercises. Assessment typically includes written assignments, reflective journals, and observed practice. You'll build a portfolio of evidence demonstrating your counselling skills throughout the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. NESCOT will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Support worker: use counselling skills to support vulnerable adults
Care assistant: apply listening and communication skills in care settings
Youth support worker: help young people navigate personal challenges
Teaching assistant or SEN teaching assistant: support pupils' emotional wellbeing
Adult educator: deliver learning in community or further education settings
Counsellor (trainee): progress toward a counselling role with further training
What you could study next
Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling: the next step if you want to practise as a counsellor, building on the skills and theory from Level 3.
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 the care and support sector.
