Free Level 3 Counselling Course in Street. Classes run at Strode College, part-time during the day, over one year. The course fits around other commitments, with daytime counselling classes spread across the week at a manageable pace. You'll study the theory and practice of counselling, exploring how people think, feel, and change. Topics typically include counselling models, ethics, self-awareness, and the skills used in one-to-one sessions. This free counselling course for adults is fee remitted for learners aged 16 to 18 years old.
Who this course is for
UCS College Group offers a wide range of courses across its four colleges and also offsite.
Courses cover many areas and can be used for different purposes
such as furthering personal development and career opportunities.
They can also be for recreational purposes. For individual
course details please refer to the college website or E-mail [email protected]
Entry requirements
Entry Requirements vary depending on the course, please refer to the college website or E-mail [email protected] for details.
What you will learn
You'll explore the core theories and models used in counselling practice.
You'll develop listening and communication skills used in client sessions.
You'll examine ethical frameworks and professional boundaries in counselling.
You'll reflect on your own values, beliefs, and self-awareness as a practitioner.
You'll study how psychological concepts apply to human behaviour and wellbeing.
You'll practise counselling skills in structured exercises and role-play scenarios.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Strode College, combining taught input with group discussion and skills practice. Assessment is likely to include written assignments, reflective journals, and observed skills practice. Entry requirements vary, so contact Strode College directly or visit the college website for details before applying. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm the Level 3 Counselling Course is the right level for you.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Strode College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Counsellor assistant: support qualified counsellors in community or charity settings.
Support worker: provide emotional and practical support to vulnerable adults.
Mental health support worker: work alongside clinical teams in care settings.
Youth worker: support young people's wellbeing in schools or community projects.
Helpline adviser: provide telephone or online emotional support to callers.
Volunteer counsellor: work in charitable counselling services while building hours.
What you could study next
Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling: the next step toward practising as a qualified counsellor. Most professional bodies require training at Level 4 or above.
Level 4 Certificate in Counselling Supervision: for those moving into a supervisory role.
A degree in Counselling or Psychotherapy: for learners aiming toward chartered or accredited practitioner status with a professional body such as BACP.
