Level 2 CPCAB Certificate
In Counselling Skills

Part Time Course code 0511

This certificate allows you to take what you have learnt through the Introduction to Counselling Skills Course and further develop your knowledge and skills in listening, reflection and self-awareness through practical activities and humanistic theoretical input from your tutor.

This qualification is for:

  • Those who are embarking on the first level of training as a professional counsellor
  • Those who want to learn counselling skills to help others in a variety of contexts and roles
  • Those who want to improve their professional and personal relationships as part of personal development

Available dates

There are no available sessions for the remainder of this academic year.

  • Duration

    30 weeks

  • Campus

    Hemel Hempstead Campus

  • Fees

    £270
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  • Entry Criteria

    Level 2 Award in Introduction to Counselling Skills or an equivalent qualification. We recommend that students are aged 21 years or over and have a Level 2 English qualification (GCSE A*-C/9-4) and the IT skills needed to type up assignments.

  • What will I study?

    This 90 GLH (17 credit) classroom-based counselling skills qualification is designed to give learners the underpinning knowledge, practical skills and competencies to use counselling skills ethically and safely as part of the first stage in professional counselling training. It also gives learners the ability to use counselling skills in a variety of different contexts.

    The qualification consists of 1 mandatory unit with 7 learning outcomes. It is underpinned by the CPCAB (Counselling & Psychotherapy Central Awarding Body) model of practitioner development which takes account of the latest research findings on what makes counselling and related helping activities effective.

    The 7 learning outcomes are:

    • Using counselling skills ethically and safely
    • Establishing and sustaining the boundaries of the helping role
    • Working empathically as a helper
    • Focusing on the helpee’s needs and concerns
    • Using self-awareness in helping work
    • Using a range of counselling skills to facilitate the helping interaction
    • Using feedback and reflection to enhance counselling skills

    This qualification is mapped to the Counselling and Mental Health National Occupational Standards. Assessment is by tutor assessment of learner portfolios (internal assessment) externally verified by CPCAB and by separate external examination by CPCAB (external assessment). Learners must be Proficient in both internal and external assessment and meet all the other qualification requirements to be awarded this certificate.

  • Future Prospects

    Progression to the Level 3 Certificate in Counselling Studies is subject to successful completion of the course and a subsequent interview, you can find out more about this course by speaking to our course enquiry team on 01923 812345. For more information on the career opportunities available to you once becoming a qualified counsellor, visit the National Careers Service

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WHY STUDY PART TIME AT WEST HERTS COLLEGE?

 

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Our career focused approach to our part time courses ensure you leave your course full of confidence, equipped with in-demand skills and developed employability skills

Expert Tutors

Our tutors will be on hand throughout your studies to share their industry knowledge and to motivate you to ensure you get the most out of your course.

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Whilst completing a part-time course, you will meet people with similar interests who you can share your learning with.

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We are here to help. Our Support Advisors are on hand to offer advice, support and guidance on completing your studies.

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We’re committed to lifelong learning, thus, we have designed our part time courses with flexible learning hours so you can learn and keep up with personal or professional commitments.