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Counselling
This course focuses on an understanding of counselling and developing practical skills. The importance of counselling for the wellbeing of individuals and society is being increasingly recognised. You will be introduced to the nature of counselling and learn and practice active listening skills such as reflecting, paraphrasing, summarising, and giving feedback. The course is aimed at anyone who may be considering either a career in counselling, or wanting to develop valuable helping and listening skills, as well as anyone interested in developing self-awareness.
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Dates:Thu 01/08/2024 -
Thu 31/07/2025Location:OnlineCourse code:P00000026How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:In progress
Certificate in Counselling Skills Level 2
Dive deeper into counselling and sharpen your set of skills for social work. Learn techniques to help those in need of support. Counselling courses teach you fundamental skills employers look for. Understand how to help others in a safe and positive way.
The Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills introduces you to using counselling skills in everyday life: for work or within a personal capacity. Develop key skills employers look for in this level 2 counselling course. Team working and communication are key skills for CVs in support work.
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Dates:Mon 06/01/2025 -
Tue 01/04/2025Location:Holyoake House (Manchester)
Holyoake House
Hanover Street
Manchester
M60 0ASCourse code:Q00016066How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £362.00
Personal Development: Introduction to Counselling
The awareness of the importance of counselling for the wellbeing of individuals is increasingly recognised as a key issue for the overall health and prosperity of our society. This course will support learners to explore the basics of counselling, the nature of the profession and how skills in counselling can support positive interactions in the workplace. This course focuses on an understanding of the concept and practice of the main practical counselling skills and the theories underpinning these. The course is aimed at anyone who may be considering either a career or further learning in counselling, as well as those wanting to develop valuable helping and listening skills and self-awareness.
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Dates:Wed 08/01/2025 -
Wed 12/02/2025Times:10:00am - 12:00pmDuration:6 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Sasha DineenCourse code:Q00018764How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £44.40
Personal Development: Introduction to Counselling
Explore the fundamentals of counselling with our Introduction to Counselling course. Learn essential skills and techniques used in the counselling profession. Ideal for individuals considering a career in counselling or looking to enhance their interpersonal skills.
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Dates:Fri 10/01/2025 -
Fri 31/01/2025Times:10:00am - 1:00pmDuration:4 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Sasha DineenCourse code:Q00019017How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £44.40
WEA Membership
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Duration:12 monthsFee:£15
Award in Stress Awareness Level 1
Stress affects most people in the country at some point in life. Understanding the harmful effects of stress is essential to maintaining good mental health and well-being. This stress awareness course can help you recognise and deal with stress when it happens.
This mental health awareness training helps you understand what you and others may be experiencing. It is also useful if you work in a support role such as mentor, counsellor, or carer. It will teach you important skills for care jobs if you want to work in adult social care.
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Dates:Tue 14/01/2025 -
Tue 08/04/2025Times:10:00am - 3:00pmDuration:5 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Paula HellalCourse code:Q00016025How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £75.00
Professional Development: Introduction to Counselling
To explore the basics of counselling and the profession and discuss how skills in counselling could support interactions in the workplace.
This course focuses on an understanding of counselling and developing practical skills. The importance of counselling for the wellbeing of individuals and society is being increasingly recognised. You will be introduced to the nature of counselling and learn and practice active listening skills such as reflecting, paraphrasing, summarising, and giving feedback.
The course is aimed at anyone who may be considering either a career in counselling, or wanting to develop valuable helping and listening skills, as well as anyone interested in developing self-awareness.
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Dates:Thu 16/01/2025 -
Thu 20/02/2025Location:Landport Community Centre (Portsmouth)
Charles Street
Portsmouth
PO1 1JDCourse code:Q00013098How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £42.00
Professional Development: Introduction to Counselling
To explore the basics of counselling and the profession and discuss how skills in counselling could support interactions in the workplace.
We will examine a range of core counselling skills including 3 core conditions and analyse how these skills can be used in a helping relationship.
Located in a relaxed and friendly environment, this course is ideal for those looking to start a career in counselling and a step towards further/higher education or employment.
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Dates:Thu 23/01/2025 -
Thu 03/04/2025Location:Somerstown Central Community Hub (Souths
Rivers Street
Somerstown
Southsea
PO5 4EYCourse code:Q00009661How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £42.00
Professional Development: Mentoring and Professional Development
This practical course aims to help you to establish a mentoring relationship, initiate productive mentoring dialogues and to challenge people to identify goals and grow professionally and personally. You would need to mentor someone, for instance, a colleague as this is a practical course covering key skills including: questioning, goal-setting collaboratively and encouraging personal and professional growth.
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Dates:Thu 23/01/2025 -
Thu 13/03/2025Times:6:30pm - 8:30pmDuration:7 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Rebecca Eliahoo CharlesCourse code:Q00018032How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £51.80
Diploma in Counselling Level 3
Talking therapies help people overcome anxiety, trauma, bereavement, and many other problems they may be facing in life. If you’re keen to learn how to support people through challenging times, this counselling training is right for you.
The Level 3 Diploma in Counselling Skills gives you a solid understanding of theory and practical skills. Learn counselling skills you can apply in everyday life, be it for work or within a personal capacity.
Counselling courses teach you fundamental skills employers look for. You’ll understand how to help others in a safe and constructive way. This course is right for you if you work in a role which requires counselling skills, or if you’re working towards accredited Counsellor Status.
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Dates:Tue 04/02/2025 -
Sun 28/09/2025Times:6:00pm - 9:00pmDuration:77 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Tracey CohenCourse code:Q00016970How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £2225.00
Award in Stress Awareness Level 1
Stress affects most people in the country at some point in life. Understanding the harmful effects of stress is essential to maintaining good mental health and well-being. This stress awareness course can help you recognise and deal with stress when it happens.
This mental health awareness training helps you understand what you and others may be experiencing. It is also useful if you work in a support role such as mentor, counsellor, or carer. It will teach you important skills for care jobs if you want to work in adult social care.
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Dates:Mon 10/02/2025 -
Wed 12/02/2025Times:10:00am - 3:00pmDuration:3 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Veronica HydeCourse code:Q00016026How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £75.00