Level 2 Counselling Course. Study online, at your own pace, from wherever suits you. It's free for some learners, and fees may apply for others depending on your age, residency, and circumstances. This course introduces counselling skills and explores how to use them in everyday life and work. You'll look at the knowledge and approaches behind helping interactions, and practise using those skills appropriately. There are no specific entry requirements. Please note: this level 2 counselling qualification does not qualify you to practise as a counsellor.
Who this course is for
This qualification aims to introduce learners to the use of counselling skills in everyday life and work, and some of the approaches that underpin the use of these skills. This qualification gives learners the opportunity to investigate the knowledge and skills needed to use counselling skills and engage in a helping interaction appropriately. This qualification does not qualify learners to practise as a counsellor. Please note: This course provision is based in Newcastle.
Entry requirements
There are no specific entry requirements for this course or work placement requirements.
What you will learn
You'll explore how counselling skills are used in everyday life and work settings.
You'll learn about the approaches and theories that underpin counselling practice.
You'll develop the knowledge needed to engage in a helping interaction appropriately.
You'll examine how to listen actively and respond in a supportive way.
You'll investigate the boundaries and ethical considerations around using counselling skills.
How you will learn
You'll study online, working through course materials at your own pace. Assessment is based on written work that demonstrates your understanding of counselling skills and the approaches behind them. There are no exams. You submit your work online, and feedback is provided to support your progress.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Middlesbrough College Dock Street will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: use counselling skills to support clients day to day.
Support worker: help people through difficult personal circumstances.
Youth support worker: work with young people in community or school settings.
Teaching assistant: support pupils' emotional wellbeing alongside learning.
SEN teaching assistant: assist students with additional needs in the classroom.
Adult educator: facilitate learning in community or further education settings.
What you could study next
Level 3 Certificate in Counselling Skills: deepens your knowledge and moves you closer to practitioner-level study.
Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling: the qualification many counsellors hold to practise professionally.
Level 3 Award in Education and Training: if you want to move into teaching or training roles using your skills.
