Counselling Skills Online Learning – Level 2

Course Code: NDD266D/PM1

Course Type
Adult Learning, Online / Distance Learning
Subject Area
Counselling & Personal Development
Location
Taunton College
Awarding Organisation
NCFE
Start date
Flexible
Duration

The duration of the course varies depending on the specific content and requirements of each individual qualification.

Course Overview

Unfortunately, you are only eligible for a free course with UCS College Group if you live in Somerset, Dorset or Wiltshire. Your postcode will be checked after you make an application, so if you live outside of these counties, please find an alternative provider.

This qualification covers the fundamental use and theories of counselling skills and personal development.

As part of this course you will study four mandatory units:

Unit 1 – Using counselling skills

  • Know what core counselling skills are
  • Know how to establish a helping relationship
  • Be able to use core counselling skills in a helping relationship (witness testimony required from an appropriate witness who has training, experience and knowledge in relation to counselling skills, such as a counsellor, manager or mentor) or case study (theoretical and self-evaluation of skills practice with examples and evaluating its effectiveness)
  • Know how to conclude a helping interaction.

UNIT 2 – Introduction to counselling skills theories

  • Know elements of counselling theories
  • Know the significance of counselling theories.

UNIT 3 – Diversity and ethics in the use of counselling skills

  • Know how an ethical framework relates to the use of counselling skills
  • Know what discrimination means
  • Understand about anti-discriminatory practice.

UNIT 4 – Counselling skills and personal development

  • Know how to develop self-understanding
  • Know how to meet own support needs
  • Know how self-reflection contributes to personal development.

Assessment Methods

Assessments are due at the end of each unit. Your tutor will assess your work and build up your portfolio of evidence of learning. A certificate will be awarded on satisfactory submission of evidence of learning for the units studied.

Progression Options

UCS College Group provides a range of professional Online Learning qualifications which can be achieved at different stages throughout your career, and at varying levels, providing clear progression routes.

Frequently Asked Questions

You can apply directly on any of the UCS College Group websites, whether you wish to study at Bridgwater College, Cannington College, Strode College, or Taunton College. Simply use our “Find a Course” feature and follow the on-screen instructions – be sure to have your important information to hand.