Level 2 Counselling Course in Grays. Classes run at South Essex College of Further and Higher Education, part-time during the day, three hours a week over 12 months. You'll explore counselling theories including Person Centred, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Psychodynamic, and Gestalt approaches. The course also develops your self-awareness and reflective communication skills. There are no formal entry requirements, but you'll attend an entrance interview to confirm the course is the right fit. The fee is £395, which includes registration with AIM Qualifications.
Who this course is for
This course represents the start of training to becoming a qualified counsellor.
Entry requirements
Applicants must be able to show they can study at the required level and attend an entrance interview to determine suitability for the course.
What you will learn
You'll develop reflective and effective communication skills used in counselling practice.
You'll explore key counselling theories including Person Centred, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Psychodynamic, and Gestalt approaches.
You'll study bereavement and how to support people through loss.
You'll build self-awareness through personal reflection and experiential learning.
You'll practise skills for working with individuals experiencing mental health difficulties.
You'll learn how to centre another person's frame of reference in a helping relationship.
How you will learn
Classes are classroom-based, running three hours a week. Assessment uses a range of methods including essays, presentations, portfolios of evidence, case reviews, role play, and an exam. You'll also take part in experiential learning activities that support personal reflection alongside the theoretical content.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. South Essex College of Further and Higher Education will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Support worker. Assist adults with mental health or social care needs.
Care assistant. Provide person-centred support in care settings.
Youth support worker. Work with young people facing personal challenges.
Teaching assistant. Support learners with emotional or behavioural needs.
SEN teaching assistant. Work alongside pupils with special educational needs.
Adult educator. Facilitate learning in community or further education settings.
Counselling. A first step toward a career in counselling practice.
What you could study next
Level 3 Certificate or Diploma in Counselling. The next step if you want to develop your counselling practice further and work toward becoming a qualified counsellor.
Level 3 Health and Social Care Diploma. Broadens your options across care, support, and education roles.
Level 3 Award in Education and Training. Useful if you're considering a move into teaching or adult education.
