This course is made up of 4 units, with one practical element to this course.  

A simulated counselling session is to be recorded and uploaded to your online learning platform in unit 4.

• Unit 1: Using Counselling Skills
  Learn to identify core counselling skills alongside understanding how these are practised in a counselling relationship. Gain an understanding of how to establish an effective working relationship and consider the boundaries which need to be respected in this sensitive role.
• Unit 2: Introduction to Counselling Skills Theories
  This unit will introduce key elements of the main theoretical approaches in counselling, psychodynamics, person-centred therapy and cognitive behavioural therapy. There are key practical differences between these theories and you will hone your skills in understanding the significant importance of counselling theory.
• Unit 3: Diversity and Ethics in the Use of Counselling Skills
  This unit covers the concepts of diversity and ethics. Gain an understanding of anti-discriminatory practice, discover the key aspects of an ethical framework, and discover ways to address diversity in counselling skills practice.
• Unit 4: Counselling Skills and Personal Development
  This unit encourages the development of self-understanding, identifying values and beliefs and the ability to reflect on personal qualities and skills.

There are no specific entry requirements for the course. However, you may find it helpful if you’ve already achieved a level 1 qualification in a related subject.

To complete this distance learning course at no charge you will need to match the following entry criteria:

• Are a resident of the EEU (European Economic Area) and have been for at least 3 years
• Will be undertaking your learning within England
  
• You are over the age of 19
• There are no formal entry requirements for this course but you will find it helpful to have a good standard of English and maths