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Level 3 Counselling Course Online – Morley College London

Cost£2,225.00
Duration33 weeks
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryOnline
Start8 Sep 2026
Awarding bodyNCFE awarding body
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About this course

Level 3 Counselling Course. Study online with Morley College London. You study at your own pace, fitting the course around your existing commitments. The course runs over 33 weeks and covers the knowledge, skills, and competencies needed to use counselling skills ethically and safely across a range of roles and settings. To enrol, you'll need a Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills from NCFE CACHE or CPCAB, and Level 2 English and Maths is advised. This level 3 counselling qualification does not qualify you to practise as a counsellor, but it is a recognised step toward accredited counsellor status.

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 knowledge to use counselling skills ethically and safely in professional settings.
  • You'll explore a range of counselling theories and how to apply them in practice.
  • You'll learn how to maintain appropriate boundaries and work within a code of ethics.
  • You'll build skills in active listening, empathy, and structured helping conversations.
  • You'll understand how counselling skills can be applied across different sector roles, including health, education, and social care.
  • You'll learn how to reflect on your own practice and develop self-awareness as a practitioner.

How you will learn

You'll be assessed through coursework completed online. Before you start, you'll complete an online application and have an interview with one of the course tutors. Learning is delivered online, giving you the flexibility to study around your schedule. Assessment is written and portfolio-based, drawing on your developing practice and understanding of counselling skills.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Morley College London will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Counselling support worker: use counselling skills in a structured support role.
  • Support worker: apply listening and helping skills in care or community settings.
  • Care assistant: work with clients using person-centred communication approaches.
  • Youth support worker: support young people's emotional wellbeing and development.
  • SEN teaching assistant: use counselling skills to support pupils with additional needs.
  • Teaching assistant: bring pastoral and communication skills into a classroom role.
  • Adult educator: support learners in community or further education settings.

What you could study next

If you want to work as a qualified counsellor, you'll need to progress further. A Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling or a Level 5 Diploma in Psychotherapeutic Counselling are the qualifications recognised by professional bodies such as BACP for accredited counsellor status. Some learners also go on to a degree in counselling or psychotherapy. Your Level 3 Diploma in Counselling Skills is the foundation for these next steps.

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