Level 2 Counselling Skills Course in Eastleigh. Classes run at Eastleigh College, part-time during the day. The course runs over 11 weeks and fits around other commitments. You'll develop practical counselling skills through experiential learning and self-awareness exercises. These sessions involve working closely with others, so expect a course that challenges you personally as well as professionally. There are no formal entry requirements, but you'll complete an online questionnaire before enrolling. A counselling skills qualification at this level is useful across care, education, and support roles.
Who this course is for
Adult part time learners
Entry requirements
There are no formal entry requirements, but you will need to complete an online questionnaire prior to enrolment. You should be aware that the course involves experiential learning and self-awareness exercises, which will be demanding of the self in interaction with others.Your place is not secure until payment has been received.
What you will learn
You'll practise core listening and communication skills used in counselling conversations.
You'll explore self-awareness and how your own responses affect interactions with others.
You'll develop an understanding of the counselling relationship and boundaries.
You'll learn how to use counselling skills in a range of helping roles.
You'll reflect on your own values, attitudes, and personal development.
You'll build skills in giving and receiving feedback in a group setting.
How you will learn
Learning is experiential. That means you'll take part in exercises, role play, and group activities in the classroom rather than just listening to taught content. Self-reflection is central to the course. Assessment is likely to include written reflective work and observation of your skills in practice. The online questionnaire completed before enrolment helps the centre understand your starting point.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Eastleigh College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Support worker. Use counselling skills to support people day to day.
Care assistant. Communicate more effectively with clients and families.
Teaching assistant. Support pupils' emotional wellbeing in school.
SEN teaching assistant. Help students with additional needs feel heard.
Youth support worker. Work with young people facing personal challenges.
Adult educator. Facilitate learning in community or further education settings.
Counselling volunteer. Build experience in a voluntary counselling role.
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 a counselling role.
Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling. Required by most professional bodies before you can work as a qualified counsellor.
Level 3 Award or Certificate in Mental Health. Broadens your knowledge for support and care roles where mental health awareness matters.
