Level 2 Counselling Course in Richmond upon Thames. Evening counselling classes run at Parkshot, on Wednesday evenings from 6:15pm to 9:15pm. The course runs over 30 weeks, so you can fit your level 2 counselling qualification around work or other commitments. You'll develop core counselling skills and learn how to use them in professional and personal settings. English at Level 2 is required to enrol. No previous counselling training or experience is needed. Fees apply, though you may be eligible for funding or an Advanced Learner Loan.
Who this course is for
Do you want to develop valuable counselling skills and take the first step towards a rewarding career? The CPCAB Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills is designed for individuals who want to use counselling skills in their work or personal lives. You'll gain a nationally-recognised qualification, develop essential skills, and build a solid foundation for further professional training. This course is perfect for those with a personal interest in counselling or those working in related professions.
Entry requirements
To enrol on the Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills, you must: Have English at Level 2. No previous training or experience is required.
What you will learn
You'll develop an understanding of what counselling is and how it differs from other helping roles.
You'll practise core counselling skills, including active listening, empathy, and reflecting back.
You'll explore how to use counselling skills ethically and appropriately in a range of settings.
You'll examine your own values, attitudes, and personal development as they relate to counselling practice.
You'll build awareness of boundaries and the importance of self-care when working with others.
How you will learn
Classes are held in the classroom at Parkshot. You'll take part in group discussions, skills practice, and self-reflection exercises. Assessment is ongoing throughout the course and includes written work and observed practice of counselling skills. There are no formal written exams.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Parkshot will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Support worker: use counselling skills to support vulnerable adults
Care assistant: apply listening and communication skills in care settings
Youth support worker: help young people with emotional and social challenges
Teaching assistant: support pupils' wellbeing alongside classroom learning
SEN teaching assistant: work with students who have additional needs
Adult educator: support learners in community or further education settings
Counselling: a first step toward a career in counselling practice
What you could study next
Level 3 Certificate in Counselling Studies: the natural next step if you want to deepen your counselling knowledge and move closer to professional practice.
Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling: required by most professional bodies for practising as a counsellor. Leads toward accreditation with organisations such as BACP.
Level 3 Award in Education and Training: useful if you want to move into teaching or training roles in health and social care.
