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Introduction to Counselling

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Courses Code
QDXCEINCOUNS
Study method
Part Time
Location(s)
Lichfield

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  • Is this course for you?

    Are you 19+ and interested in learning a bit more about counselling skills? Whether it be to extend your knowledge for your and/or your families/friends wellbeing or looking for a career in counselling and would like to know a little more about it? Then this Introduction to Counselling course is ideal.

  • Required qualifications

    No formal qualifications are required just an interest in finding out more about the role of a counsellor.

  • What skills will I develop?

    Topics covered will be;

    • What is counselling?
    • Understanding the core counselling skills; using core skills effectively in helping relationships
    • Cover counselling theory and other types of therapy.
    • Supporting effective use of core counselling skills for everyday activities; including listening skills.

  • Careers

    After this short taster course you will have the opportunity to progress onto a Level 1 or Level 2 Counselling Skills course.

  • English and maths

    Basic English and maths will be embedded in the course.

  • Other important information

    • *FREE to claimants of Universal Credit, ESA, JSA and low income (less than £18,525) – evidence required.
    • You will need a notebook and a pen.
    • The course is for adults aged 19+.

  • Is this course for you?

    Are you 19+ and interested in learning a bit more about counselling skills? Whether it be to extend your knowledge for your and/or your families/friends wellbeing or looking for a career in counselling and would like to know a little more about it? Then this Introduction to Counselling course is ideal.

  • Required qualifications

    No formal qualifications are required just an interest in finding out more about the role of a counsellor.

  • What skills will I develop?

    Topics covered will be;

    • What is counselling?
    • Understanding the core counselling skills; using core skills effectively in helping relationships
    • Cover counselling theory and other types of therapy.
    • Supporting effective use of core counselling skills for everyday activities; including listening skills.

  • Careers

    After this short taster course you will have the opportunity to progress onto a Level 1 or Level 2 Counselling Skills course.

  • English and maths

    Basic English and maths will be embedded in the course.

  • Other important information

    • *FREE to claimants of Universal Credit, ESA, JSA and low income (less than £18,525) – evidence required.
    • You will need a notebook and a pen.
    • The course is for adults aged 19+.

Testimonials

Kate Westwood Tutor

"As the tutor, I am passionate for my learners to develop professionally and gain a deeper understanding of counselling and the role of a counsellor. I will provide full support for your learning journey, answer any queries, and support your knowledge development and understanding."

Kate Westwood

Tutor

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  • Introduction to Counselling (TL)

    Lichfield College

    Start Date: 6th June 2025

    Code: QLDXCEINCOUNS

    Start Time: 12:30 PM

    End Time:14:30 PM

    Part Time: 5 Weeks

    Day(s): Friday

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