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Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills (CSK-L2) Blended Learning
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Check your eligibility
You must meet the entry requirements for the course
- You must be a UK national, or an Irish national, or an EEA national with pre-settled or settled status under the EU Settlement scheme
- You must have been resident in the UK or an EEA country continuously for the 3 years preceding the start date of your course. For learners living in the Greater London Authority area only you must have valid permission to live in the UK for at least 12 months in duration from the start date of your course
- If you are seeking asylum, you must be currently living in the UK and applied for asylum at least 6 months prior to the beginning of the learning programme
- You must be aged 19 or over as at the 31st August 2024 for courses in the 2024/25 academic year
- You must agree to commit to and complete an Individual Learning Plan in agreement with your course tutor
Who can join this course
This blended format combines the flexibility of online learning with the valuable face-to-face interaction essential for counselling training. In-person sessions are strategically placed to support key learning milestones and practical development.
Term 1: Autumn 2025
Course Dates: 24 September – 10 December 2025 (inclusive)
In-person session:
Wednesday 24 September
Remaining sessions: Online
Christmas Break: 3 weeks (no classes)
Term 2: Spring 2026
Course Dates: 7 January – 18 March 2026 (inclusive)
In-person session:
Wednesday 7 January
Remaining sessions: Online
Easter Break: 4 weeks (no classes)
Term 3: Summer 2026
Course Dates: 22 April – 24 June 2026 (inclusive)
In-person sessions:
Wednesday 22 April
Wednesday 3 June
Wednesday 24 June
Remaining sessions: Online
This qualification is ideal for individuals who are interested in developing foundational counselling skills that can be applied ethically and safely across various contexts and roles. It is suitable for those who:
• Seek to gain a deeper understanding of counselling practices and principles.
• Wish to enhance their ability to support others in a professional or personal capacity.
• Are considering a career in counselling and want to explore whether this path is right for them.
• Aim to improve their communication and interpersonal skills for use in diverse settings.
• Desire to build competencies that will aid in their personal and professional development.
By completing this course, learners will acquire the essential knowledge, skills, and competencies needed to use counselling skills effectively and will be better equipped to decide if they wish to pursue further training to become a professional counsellor.
Is this course for me
This course is perfect for you if:
• You're curious about the field of counselling and want to see if it's the right career path for you.
• You are in a profession where supporting others is key, such as teaching, healthcare, social work, or human resources, and you want to enhance your skills.
• You're interested in developing your communication and interpersonal skills to improve your personal and professional relationships.
• You want to ensure that your use of counselling skills is grounded in ethical and safe practices.
• You have a desire to help others navigate their challenges and improve their well-being.
If any of these points resonate with you, this course could be a great fit for your goals and aspirations.