Free Level 3 Counselling Course Online – Profound Services

CostFREE
Duration20 weeks
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryOnline
StartFlexible
Awarding bodyNCFE awarding body

About this course

Free Level 3 Counselling Course. Study online at your own pace, fitting learning around your other commitments. This free counselling course takes around 20 weeks to complete. You'll explore counselling theories, ethical practice, diversity, and personal development. The five units cover how to apply counselling skills in real interactions, manage self-reflection, and work with people from a range of backgrounds. This level 3 counselling qualification suits people using counselling skills as part of an existing role, as well as those exploring further study in counselling or psychotherapy. Note: this Course does not award accredited counsellor status.

Who this course is for

This course delves into the effective use of counselling skills and techniques to assist individuals in a meaningful way. It provides valuable insights into managing interactions, the importance of self-reflection, feedback, and guidance. You will also discover opportunities to enhance self-knowledge through the study of counselling theory.

The course is designed to support learners that are using counselling skills as part of their functional role in a wide range of sector areas, or can be used as a foundation if you are looking to progress towards accredited counsellor status with one of the counselling professional accrediting bodies.

Entry requirements

This course is funded via the National Skills Fund. You will be eligible for funding if:

Your income is below the income threshold applicable to your region. We can provide guidance on this when you inquire.

You must:

Currently live in England Resident in the UK/EU for 3+ years, for purposes other than study. If you are not eligible for funding, you can fund your qualification with an Advanced Learner Loan with nothing to pay until you earn over £27,660k a year.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop practical counselling skills and techniques for supporting individuals.
  • You'll explore key theoretical approaches used in counselling practice.
  • You'll learn how to work within an ethical framework when using counselling skills.
  • You'll study counselling skills in the context of diversity and inclusion.
  • You'll build self-knowledge through personal development and self-reflection activities.
  • You'll learn how to manage and reflect on interactions with the people you support.

How you will learn

You study through an online learning platform, working through assessments at your own pace. A subject specialist tutor supports you throughout the course. Learning is designed to be flexible, so you can fit it around your existing commitments. Assessment is based on the work you complete through the platform across the five units.

What you will need to bring

Profound Services will confirm anything you need before you start. You'll need reliable internet access and a device to access the online learning platform.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Counselling support worker: use counselling skills in a support role
  • Support worker: help individuals with wellbeing and daily challenges
  • Care assistant: provide person-centred care in health or social care settings
  • Youth support worker: support young people's emotional and social development
  • SEN teaching assistant: assist students with additional needs in school
  • Teaching assistant: support learners in educational settings
  • Adult educator: deliver learning and guidance to adult learners

What you could study next

This Course is a foundation for further study in counselling. A Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling or a Level 4 Diploma in Counselling and Psychotherapy would be the natural next step if you want to work toward accredited counsellor status with a professional body. You could also explore a Level 3 or Level 4 qualification in Mental Health or Health and Social Care if you want to broaden your options in care and support roles.

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