Level 2 Counselling Course in Bishop Auckland. Classes run at Bishop Auckland College, part-time during the day. You'll explore the knowledge and skills needed to use counselling skills effectively in a helping relationship. The course runs over one year, giving you time to study alongside other commitments. You must be 19 years old or over to enrol. Ideally you'll have completed an Introduction to Counselling course or something equivalent before starting. This level 2 counselling qualification is awarded by NCFE.
Who this course is for
This Level 2 qualification gives learners the opportunity to investigate the knowledge and skills needed to use counselling skills and how to use them effectively in a helping relationship.
Entry requirements
You must be minimum age of 19. Ideally you will have completed the Introduction to Counselling course (or equivalent)?
What you will learn
You'll explore the core principles behind counselling skills and how they work in practice.
You'll learn how to use counselling skills effectively in a helping relationship.
You'll develop your understanding of how to listen and respond to people in a supportive way.
You'll examine the values and ethics that underpin counselling practice.
You'll reflect on your own skills and how to develop them further.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Bishop Auckland College. Learning is built around discussion, skills practice, and reflection. Assessment is likely to include written assignments and observation or demonstration of your counselling skills in practice. The part-time daytime timetable spreads learning across the year.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Bishop Auckland College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Support worker, using listening and helping skills with clients
Care assistant, supporting people through difficult circumstances
Youth support worker, working with young people in community settings
Teaching assistant or SEN teaching assistant, supporting pupils' wellbeing
Adult educator, drawing on counselling skills in learning environments
Counselling, as a starting point toward further training and practice
What you could study next
Level 3 Certificate or Diploma in Counselling, the next step if you want to develop your practice further and work toward becoming a qualified counsellor.
Level 3 Award in Education and Training, useful if you want to move into teaching or training roles.
Level 3 Health and Social Care Diploma, relevant if you're heading toward support or care work.
