Level 2 Counselling Course in Bexley

Cost£452.00
Duration30 weeks
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start5 Nov 2026
Study modePart-time
AttendanceEvening
Awarding bodyCPCAB awarding body

About this course

Level 2 Counselling Course in Bexley. Classes run at Learning and Enterprise College Bexley on evenings, so you can fit study around your week.

The course runs over 30 weeks, part-time. You'll learn how to use counselling skills ethically and safely across a range of settings. Topics include core counselling theories, active listening, and how to support others effectively.

You'll finish with a Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills.

Who this course is for

This qualification is designed to give you the underpinning knowledge, skills and competencies to use counselling skills ethically and safely in a variety of contexts and roles. This qualification is for if you want to • start the first level of training as a professional counsellor • learn counselling skills in other professional or helping roles • improve their professional and personal relationships as part of personal development This qualification could lead to employment or increase employability for those whose role is to support others in e.g. health and social care work, teaching and learning, advocacy and mediation, support and project work, or other helping roles. It provides additional skills for those already in employment likely to lead to increased opportunities for promotion and advancement.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore the core theories and models used in counselling practice.
  • You'll develop active listening and communication skills.
  • You'll learn how to use counselling skills safely and ethically.
  • You'll understand boundaries and professional responsibilities in a helping role.
  • You'll practise skills that support others in personal or professional contexts.
  • You'll reflect on your own values and how they affect your practice.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions, group discussion, and skills practice with other learners. Assessment includes written assignments and reflective work that you complete alongside your classes. You may also be observed using counselling skills in practice activities.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Learning and Enterprise College Bexley will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Counsellor, supports clients through personal or emotional difficulties.
  • Support worker, helps individuals in care or community settings.
  • Youth worker, works with young people in schools or community organisations.
  • Mentor, guides others through personal or professional challenges.
  • Helpline advisor, provides telephone or online emotional support.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Certificate in Counselling Skills, the next step for those working toward professional counsellor training.
  • Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling, required to practise as a qualified counsellor in most settings.
  • Level 3 Award in Education and Training, useful if you want to teach or facilitate wellbeing workshops.

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