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Level 2 Counselling Course Online – Cornwall College Online

Cost£510.00
Duration20 weeks
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryOnline
Start24 Sep 2026
Study modeFlexible
AttendanceEvening
Awarding bodyNCFE awarding body
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About this course

Level 2 Counselling Course. Study online at your own pace, fitting learning around your life over 20 weeks.

The course covers person-centred theory, practical counselling skills, self-care, and reflective learning. You work in a structured, supportive environment as you develop your skills. You must be 19 years old or over to apply.

You'll finish with an NCFE Certificate in Counselling Skills at Level 2.

Who this course is for

This course is ideal if you want a first qualification in counselling skills but need the flexibility of online study. You will learn person-centred theory practice counselling skills in a boundaried supportive environment and build self-care and reflective learning habits. Successful completion supports applications to further counselling training subject to interview and places.

Entry requirements

Applicants must be 19 years of age or over.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore person-centred theory and how it applies in practice.
  • You'll develop core counselling skills in a structured setting.
  • You'll practise active listening and communication techniques.
  • You'll build habits of self-care and personal reflection.
  • You'll learn how to maintain appropriate boundaries in a helping relationship.
  • You'll develop reflective learning skills to support your ongoing development.

How you will learn

You study online with flexible evening access, working through course materials at a pace that suits you. Assessment is based on written work and reflective tasks that demonstrate your understanding of counselling skills and theory. You'll take part in skills practice activities as part of your learning.

What you will need to bring

Cornwall College Online will confirm anything you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Support worker, provides emotional and practical support to individuals in need.
  • Youth worker, works with young people in community or educational settings.
  • Counselling assistant, supports qualified counsellors in a therapeutic setting.
  • Helpline advisor, offers telephone or online support to people in distress.
  • Community outreach worker, connects people with local support services.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Diploma in Counselling, the next step toward becoming a qualified counsellor and a requirement for most accredited training programmes.
  • Level 3 Certificate in Counselling Studies, deepens theoretical knowledge and prepares you for diploma-level training.
  • Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Mental Health, broadens your knowledge of mental health alongside counselling skills.
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