Counselling Concepts – Sept PM – Quarry Hill

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What Our Students Say

I love how open and honest and supportive everyone is. I appreciate the tutor giving strong and clear instruction for the written work and the skills practice. Also that the work set is marked quickly, so I know where I stand.

Georgina

I found a safe space to be myself, I feel comfortable with my classmates and tutor, this is my third year and I don’t remember one day that I wouldn’t have wanted to come to the class. The environment, classmates, tutor, study and exercises (all together) facilitated (and still are facilitating) my personal growth, a better understanding of myself and acceptance. This journey made me flourish. It is helping me to fulfill my purpose, keeping my life balanced, connected with reality and people.

Maria

“The benefit of the creative stuff is just learning different activities that you could do with the children when you’re in the setting or learning what activities they actually like to do, or they prefer to do, that’ll actually help them with their development. You can even use [the kitchen] as different activities to do with the children, so, like making buns with them.”

Katie

“The facilities like the kitchen are so great because you get to learn about what nutrition children need, and you can make at home yourselves to look after the children or even in the nursery making different things for lunch and snack time”

Niamh

Really like my tutor, I find them to be direct, warm, professional and knowledgeable. They are helpful in asking me if I need any additional support. I find their turnaround with homework very efficient and their feedback is clear and helpful.

Simon

Did you know!

  • You will learn the person-centred concepts in counselling
  • You will learn about the application of counselling skills in a professional setting
  • You will develop interpersonal skills, personal qualities and self-awareness

Course Information

Introduction

This is a great course for anyone interested in exploring interpersonal skills. The 30 hour course will help you to build confidence in communicating with others within a supportive group atmosphere. You will Learn about communication skills such as active listening and as an introduction into counselling.

Overview

The course is based on the person-centred counselling approach and requires some experiential participation to learn communication skills. In addition to this approach two other models of counselling will be discussed. This is an enjoyable course which promotes lively discussion and fun.

Who is this course for?

This course is only for 19+ learners.

For those learners interested in exploring what counselling training entails, this qualification offers a practical introduction. Learners will develop communication skills and gain important industry insight to help make informed career decisions.

Course units/modules

  • The professional context of counselling
  • Communication skills in helping relationships
  • An introduction to personal development

Cost: Approx. £168 (payable at the start of the course). Fee waivers are available if eligible.

Benefits and skills

You will develop communication and listen skills which will enhance both personal and professional relationships. You will develop self-awareness and confidence, which will lead to higher self-esteem. You will gain knowledge of three main counselling models, which will prepare for progression to the level 3 Certificate in Counselling.

Entry requirements

Ability to complete assignment at Level 2

Available apprenticeships and progression options

You can progress to the Level 3 Certificate in Counselling skills.

Skills and knowledge gained can be applied to a variety of supportive roles and/or any career where communication and listening skills are a desired requirement.

Assessment types

When is this course run

The course starts in September and you will have to attend the below session on a weekly basis for 11 weeks. Tuesday 5.30pm - 8.30pm

Recruitment and Enrolment

Please apply via the website. Then you will be offered a conditional place on successful completion of an induction session. If successful, you will be invited to enrol.

Course details

Duration: 11 weeks
Start Date: 22/09/2025
Study Type: Part time
Course Code: 77264-01

Employment Statistics

  • Counsellors

    Average Salary
    £30,160
  • Early education and childcare practitioners

    Average Salary
    £19,240
  • Early education and childcare services managers

    Average Salary
    £29,120

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