Certificate in Counselling Level 3

You will consider theories of human development, self-awareness, supervision and issues of difference and diversity, look at the core theories and theorists that underpin counselling and address the nature of psychological problems and how they may be approached.

You can apply the specialist skills and knowledge from this course to a range of working contexts as you will come away with a solid understanding of approaches to counselling and supporting others. You will also be able to progress to a Level 4 Diploma in Counselling Practice.

Ruskin is a friendly and inclusive college, with an ethos that puts you very much at the centre of the learning experience. It is the ideal environment to develop your counselling skills, especially if you are an adult returning to education.

You will cover three key components:

• Developing Counselling Skills
• Towards Reflective Practice
• Counselling Theory

Your assessment will be based on an exam, a journal, an essay and a role play.

Guided learning hours

Guided learning hours are the hours you spend learning with your training provider or on your own. The guided learning hours for this qualification are:

• Level 3: 150 hours

Usual course length

Completing the Level 3 Certificate in Counselling QCF usually takes:

• 30 weeks part-time, 1 day a week, Wednesdays, 6.00pm – 9.00pm

This course prepares you for Level 4 study (specifically a Diploma in Counselling Practice) or could improve your career prospects within the counselling and related sectors.

We will help you access financial support if you are entitled to it: find out if you are eligible.