Level 1 Counselling Course in Hackney. Evening classes run at New City College Hackney Campus, part-time over 15 weeks. You can fit this counselling qualification around your existing commitments, studying one evening a week. The course covers the core skills used in counselling conversations, including listening, empathy, and how to support others effectively. It suits people working in care, education, or support roles who want to develop these skills.
Who this course is for
19 plus
What you will learn
You'll develop active listening skills used in counselling conversations.
You'll explore how empathy and non-judgmental attitudes support people in distress.
You'll learn the basic principles and values that underpin counselling practice.
You'll practise communication skills for one-to-one supportive conversations.
You'll understand personal boundaries and the limits of a counselling skills role.
You'll reflect on your own responses and how they affect others.
How you will learn
Classes are delivered in a classroom setting on weekday evenings. You'll take part in group discussions, role-play exercises, and reflective activities. Assessment is through written work and practical skills observation. Your tutor will assess your understanding of counselling principles and your ability to apply listening and communication skills in practice.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. New City College Hackney Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: use counselling skills in day-to-day care support
Support worker: help clients with emotional and practical needs
Teaching assistant: support pupils' wellbeing in school settings
SEN teaching assistant: work with students who need additional emotional support
Youth support worker: guide young people through personal challenges
Adult educator: support learners in community or further education settings
What you could study next
Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills: the natural next step, building on what you've learned here.
Level 3 Certificate in Counselling Studies: prepares you for entry to a professional counselling diploma.
Level 4 or Level 5 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling: the qualification needed to practise as a counsellor in most settings.
