Counselling

Counselling Skills (Certificate)

Level 3

When does this start and end?

26 January 2024 - 23 June 2024

What are the entry requirements?

You will need a Level 2 qualification in Counselling or an alternative relevant L2 vocational qualification. To secure a place on this course you will be required to attend an interview to demonstrate suitability.

How much does this cost?

£811.00

This course is free to all eligible students aged 19 or over who have not previously gained a full level 3 qualification. We will assess if you are eligible when you apply.

If you already possess a level 3 qualification, you may consider covering the cost by applying for an Advanced Learner Loan (ALL) or arrange a payment plan with the college. Did you know you don’t need to repay your loan back if you complete a university degree afterwards, or until you are earning a certain amount? For full details and ALL eligibility visit:
https://www.gov.uk/advanced-learner-loan/overview

Level 3

This is equivalent to Access to Higher Education, A-Levels grades A to E or an Advanced Apprenticeship.

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Course description

This course is designed for individuals who are looking to progress to training that will enable them to become a qualified professional counsellor, or those looking to develop counselling skills to use in their area of work e.g. nurses, social workers etc.

The course will enable students to develop a range of counselling skills that will be applicable to a range of roles. This course is designed for individuals who are looking to progress to training that will enable them to become a qualified professional counsellor, or those looking to develop counselling skills to use in their area of work e.g. nurses, social workers etc.

The course will enable students to develop a range of counselling skills that will be applicable to a range of contexts, as well as develop an understanding of at least one therapeutic model. It will also underpin counselling skills, as well as the importance of self-development.

This qualification does not qualify you to practice as a counsellor.

On completion of this course you will achieve:

SEG Level 3 Certificate in Counselling Skills

What can this course lead to?

This course could enable you to progress onto a Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling

Course session dates

The course will have timetabled activates with rotating sessions every two weeks.

The following session will have timetabled activities starting on Friday and then on Saturday and finishing on Sunday.

26^thto the 28^th January
23^rd to the 25^th February
22^nd to the 24^th March
19^th to the 21^th April
17^th to the 19^th May
21^st to the 23^rd June

The following sessions will have timetabled activities starting on Thursday and finishing on Friday.

8^th to the 9^th February
7^th to the 8^th March
2^nd to the 3^rd May
6^th to the 7^th June

Level 3

This is equivalent to Access to Higher Education, A-Levels grades A to E or an Advanced Apprenticeship.

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Do you know? The average wage for fully qualified Counsellors is £22,600

“Being a full-time mum has been amazing - now is the time to focus on what I want to do.” - Julie
Learn more about Julie's story

The counselling course content was marvellous. It touched every area and I believe was integral in me becoming a success at counselling.

After completing the short course in Counselling Therapy, I was inspired and motivated to pursue the level 1 and level 2 as well. Was a life changing experience.

Studying the counselling course at the Northern College has been one of the most profoundly transformative and insightful experiences of my life. It has forever changed me as a person and I view the world through new eyes now.

I am now reaping the rewards from the counselling course and look forward to continuing my studies. Thank you so very, very much for your enduring support, fantastic teaching and boundless patience!