Level 3 Counselling Course in Kensington and Chelsea. Classes run at Morley College London North Kensington Campus, part-time during the day. The course runs over 34 weeks, giving you time to balance study with other commitments. You'll build the knowledge and skills to use counselling skills ethically and safely across a range of roles and settings. Note that this level 3 counselling qualification does not qualify you to practise as a counsellor. It is a recognised step toward accredited counsellor status with professional counselling bodies. Entry requires a Level 2 counselling skills certificate from NCFE CACHE or CPCAB, and Level 2 English and Maths is advised.
Who this course is for
This course will 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 designed for learners interested in using counselling skills as part of their functional role in a wide range of sector areas, or looking to progress towards accredited counsellor status with one of the counselling professional accrediting bodies. This qualification does not qualify learners to practise as a counsellor.
Entry requirements
NCFE CACHE Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills (Not self-directed study) or CPCAB level 2 Certificate in counselling skills. Learners are advised to have Level 2 English and Maths as you will be assessed through coursework. You will complete an online application and have an interview with one of the course tutors prior to enrolment.
What you will learn
You'll develop the skills to use counselling approaches ethically and safely in professional settings.
You'll learn how to apply counselling skills within a wide range of roles and sector areas.
You'll understand the theoretical frameworks that underpin counselling practice.
You'll explore professional and ethical boundaries in counselling relationships.
You'll build self-awareness and reflective practice skills relevant to working with people.
You'll learn how to support individuals through structured, skills-based conversations.
How you will learn
Learning takes place in the classroom, with tutor-led sessions and group work. You'll be assessed through coursework, so you'll build a portfolio of written work over the 34 weeks. Before you enrol, you'll complete an online application and attend an interview with one of the course tutors.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Morley College London North Kensington Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Support worker. Use counselling skills to support vulnerable adults or young people.
Care assistant. Apply listening and communication skills in care settings.
Youth support worker. Work with young people in community or educational settings.
SEN teaching assistant. Support pupils with additional needs in schools.
Teaching assistant. Use people skills to support learners in the classroom.
Adult educator. Facilitate learning for adults in community or further education settings.
What you could study next
Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling. The next step if you want to move toward practising as a counsellor and working toward professional accreditation.
Level 5 Diploma in Psychotherapeutic Counselling. A higher-level qualification for those progressing further in counselling practice.
BACP or COSCA accreditation. Once you have sufficient practice hours and a qualifying diploma, you can apply for accredited counsellor status with a professional body.
