Level 2 Counselling Concepts Course in Redhill. Evening counselling concepts classes run at East Surrey College on Tuesday evenings, from 17:30 to 21:00. The course runs over 12 weeks, making it straightforward to fit around work or other commitments. You'll explore what counselling is, develop listening and empathy skills, and practise using counselling skills in helping interactions. There's a strong focus on experiential learning through skills practice, alongside independent reading and written work. To join, you'll need GCSE English at grade 4 or above (or equivalent) and will attend an interview.
Who this course is for
19+
Entry requirements
GCSE English grade 9-4 (A* - C)
An interview will be conducted to ensure the suitability of all applicants to undertake the level of self-awareness required in exploration of the self and the impact of working with others.
What you will learn
You'll explore the core concepts and principles of counselling.
You'll develop active listening skills, including the ability to hold silence.
You'll practise empathy and verbal communication in helping interactions.
You'll improve your written communication and academic writing skills.
You'll study the ideas of leading thinkers in the counselling profession.
You'll learn how to engage appropriately in a helping interaction.
You'll reflect on self-awareness and the impact of working with others.
How you will learn
Learning is experiential, with a strong emphasis on skills practice in the classroom. You'll also complete independent study outside of class, including reading core textbooks. The total qualification time is 50 hours, of which 30 hours is guided learning. Assessment includes written work that demonstrates your understanding of counselling concepts and your development of communication skills.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. East Surrey College will confirm anything else you need before you start. You should expect to spend time on independent reading of core textbooks as part of the course.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Support worker, using counselling skills to assist vulnerable people
Healthcare assistant, applying listening and empathy in patient care
Youth worker, supporting young people through structured conversations
Teaching assistant, using helping skills in a school setting
Volunteer counsellor, working in a community or charity context
Advice worker, supporting clients in housing, welfare, or employment services
What you could study next
Level 3 Certificate or Diploma in Counselling. The natural next step if you want to develop counselling skills further and work toward practitioner-level training.
Level 3 Award in Counselling Skills. A focused qualification for those applying counselling skills in a professional or voluntary role.
Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling. Required by most professional bodies, including BACP, for those aiming to practise as a counsellor.
