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Introduction to Counselling Skills

This is an informative lead-in for those considering training to become a practicing counsellor as well as a beneficial standalone course in effective listening and enhanced self-awareness.

Course Information

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  • Course Type Adult - Professional
  • Subject Area Counselling
  • Qualification N/A
  • Study Mode: Part Time
  • Course Level Beginners
  • Location Hele Road Centre
  • Course Length Various
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Overview

We advise booking early to avoid disappointment. You can now book ahead online.

The Introduction to Counselling course is Quality Checked by the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society (NCPS).
*This course alone is not a route to the Accredited Register, nor does it fully equip a graduate to practice as a qualified counsellor.

This is an informative lead-in for those considering training to become a practicing counsellor as well as a beneficial stand-alone course in effective listening and enhanced self-awareness.

Offering an initial exploration of counselling and its use, it is suitable for anyone looking to enhance their interpersonal skills.

During the day, students will be given the opportunity to develop their self-awareness, their ability to listen actively and to promote healthy and effective communication.

It is an unassessed course, with no prior learning or counselling experience required.

The day includes a balanced agenda of taught material, group discussion and feedback, and experiential exercises.

Please note: this course will take place at our Hele Road site.

This course is useful for anyone who is interested in gaining an insight into further counselling training and is a valuable route to our Level 3 counselling courses at Exeter College.

Learned skills are transposable to both personal and professional settings for those who are attending just for the day.

Teaching and learning methods: The course is delivered by a qualified counselling practitioner and involves taught elements, group activities and reflection tasks.

 

Entry Requirements

All abilities welcome (good general English skills required, e.g. a good pass in GCSE English Language).

Facilities

Learners will be given a College ID badge and have access to all College facilities, including Learning Resource Centres (LRCs) and computers. This course is held at the Digital and Data Centre (IoT) on our Hele Road site. Please note that there is no available parking at city centre College sites. Charged parking is available in public car parks nearby.

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What our students think?

“The tutors are great, they are so experienced and act as mentors as well as tutors and my peers are just incredible…It’s just been a warm, welcoming and supportive group. The quality of the course was incredible too, the way it was structured and delivered is excellent. It aligns to the national framework by the... Read more >

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NCS Advanced Professional Diploma in Counselling Theory and Therapeutic Practice

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