Level 2 Counselling Concepts Course in Newcastle. Classes run at Newcastle College, part-time during the day. The course runs over 10 weeks, making it manageable alongside other commitments. There are no formal entry requirements, so you can start without any previous study in counselling. You'll explore the core ideas behind counselling, including how people think, feel, and behave, and the skills counsellors use to support others. These counselling concepts classes give you a grounded introduction to the field. There is a £39 exam fee.
Who this course is for
Part time
Entry requirements
There are no formal entry requirements for this course.
What you will learn
You'll explore the key theories that underpin counselling practice.
You'll understand how counsellors build relationships with clients.
You'll learn about different counselling approaches and when they are used.
You'll develop awareness of ethical boundaries in counselling.
You'll examine how personal values and beliefs can affect the counselling relationship.
You'll reflect on your own communication and listening skills.
How you will learn
You'll attend classroom-based sessions at Newcastle College one or more days per week. Learning is through tutor-led discussion, group activities, and guided reflection. Assessment is by a written exam, for which a £39 fee applies. Your tutor will prepare you for the exam throughout the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Newcastle College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Support worker: assist people with emotional or practical needs day to day.
Care assistant: provide personal and emotional support in care settings.
Healthcare assistant: support patients and clinical staff in health services.
Youth worker: work with young people on wellbeing and personal development.
Volunteer counsellor: support clients in a supervised voluntary role.
Community support worker: help individuals access services and build resilience.
What you could study next
Level 3 Certificate or Diploma in Counselling: the next step if you want to work toward becoming a practising counsellor. Most training organisations require a Level 3 qualification before you can progress to a full counselling diploma.
Level 3 Award in Education and Training: useful if you want to teach or facilitate wellbeing workshops.
Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care: broadens your options across care and support roles.
