Free Level 3 Counselling Course. Study online at your own pace, fitting learning around your existing commitments. The course runs for 26 weeks and covers the core skills and knowledge used in counselling practice. You'll study by distance learning, with a personal tutor supporting you throughout and providing written feedback on your work. No formal qualifications are required, though a good level of written English and maths is expected. This free counselling course for adults is funded through the Government's Adult Skills Fund.
Who this course is for
Adults
Entry requirements
No formal qualifications but a good level of written English and maths is required.
What you will learn
You'll develop active listening and communication skills used in counselling settings.
You'll explore theories and models of counselling and how they apply in practice.
You'll learn how to build and maintain a supportive therapeutic relationship.
You'll understand ethical frameworks and professional boundaries in counselling.
You'll examine how personal values and self-awareness affect counselling practice.
You'll learn how to reflect on your own development as a counselling practitioner.
How you will learn
You'll study entirely online by distance learning. At the start of the course you'll be allocated a personal tutor who supports you throughout. All learning and assessment materials are provided through the online platform. You submit written assessments and receive written feedback from your tutor. You'll also have access to remote tutorial sessions for ongoing support.
What you will need to bring
All learning and assessment materials are provided through the online platform. NCG Newcastle College Southwark College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Counsellor. Entry-level counselling support roles in community or charity settings.
Support worker. Providing emotional and practical support to vulnerable adults.
Care assistant. Supporting individuals in residential or community care.
Youth support worker. Working with young people facing personal challenges.
Teaching assistant. Supporting pupils, including those with additional needs.
SEN teaching assistant. Working with students who have special educational needs.
Adult educator. Facilitating learning and development in adult education settings.
What you could study next
Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling. The next step if you want to practise as a counsellor. Most professional bodies, including the BACP, require training at Level 4 or above.
Level 3 Award in Education and Training. Useful if you're moving toward a teaching or training role.
Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training. A further step for those pursuing adult education or tutoring careers.
