Take the next step towards a career in Counselling

Develop your use of counselling skills in everyday life and work with this adult course starting January 2027.

 

Counselling Skills Level 2 Certificate

The objectives of this qualification are to help learners to:

  • Develop counselling skills
  • Understand the different approaches involved in the use of counselling skills
  • Appreciate the importance of self-development

You may wish to progress towards further counselling qualifications or complement with other programmes, such as health and social care.

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Hear from our learners

Mika - Counselling Level 2 to Level 5

“Coming back to college and learning was really challenging, but I felt supported by my classmates. Being able to talk to them in class every week really helped me. As I've progressed, I've noticed my skills building and improving. To look back at where I was at Level 2, the difference is massive. I’m proud of myself.”

Mika has progressed through our counselling courses. She now runs her own practice, and has recently been shortlisted for a business award.

Read Mika's story

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