Level 2 Counselling Course in Bournemouth. Classes run at Kings Park Leisure & Learning Centre on Tuesday afternoons, part-time over 30 weeks. The course covers the foundations of counselling skills, including listening, communication, and supporting individual well-being. It suits anyone working in, or moving toward, support, care, or education roles. Note that this course includes experiential activities of a personal nature and is not suitable for anyone currently experiencing severe emotional difficulty. A fee of £479 applies, though concessions are available.
Who this course is for
We have designed this course to support you in working within the support and care sector. Completing the course will give you the skills and knowledge needed for roles that help promote individual well-being. You can explore suitable career paths on the National Careers Service website: https://nationalcareers.service.gov.uk/.
This course is not suitable for anyone experiencing severe emotional difficulty or psychological confusion. It includes experiential activities that may involve personal reflection. If your tutor feels the course is not appropriate for you in the early weeks, they may recommend deferring to a later date.
No prior counselling skills are required, though completing the Introduction to Counselling Skills course is recommended.
By enrolling, you are expected to commit fully to the course duration, home study, assessed work, and any examinations. Please consider your readiness for study; our study support toolbox may help: https://www.skillsandlearningace.com/toolbox/.
For online courses, you will need a computer (not just a phone or tablet) and basic IT confidence. Classes are delivered via Microsoft Teams. You can refresh your skills by visiting the Computing and Digital Skills section of our website.
A minimum of Level 1 English is required. You will complete an online English assessment after applying. This course is for learners aged 19 and over.
What you will learn
You'll develop core listening and communication skills used in counselling practice.
You'll explore how to support others in promoting their own well-being.
You'll learn the ethical principles that underpin counselling work.
You'll practise skills through experiential activities and group work.
You'll build self-awareness as part of your development as a helper.
How you will learn
Classes run on Tuesday afternoons from 12:30 to 15:30 at Kings Park Leisure and Learning Centre. Learning takes place through a mix of taught sessions, group discussion, and experiential activities. Assessment is through coursework and practical skills demonstration rather than formal exams. You'll reflect on your own development as part of the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Kings Park Leisure & Learning Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Support worker: use counselling skills to support clients day to day.
Care assistant: apply listening skills in health and social care settings.
Youth support worker: help young people with emotional and personal challenges.
Teaching assistant or SEN teaching assistant: support pupils' well-being in school.
Adult educator: facilitate learning in community or adult education settings.
What you could study next
Level 3 Certificate in Counselling Skills: the next step if you want to deepen your practice and move closer to professional counselling work.
Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling: required to work as a qualified counsellor in most settings. Many providers require Level 3 completion first.
Health and Social Care qualifications at Level 3: useful if your focus is on care or support roles rather than counselling specifically.
