Introduction to Counselling Skills

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Introduction to Counselling Skills

This informative and practical course is ideal for anyone curious about a future in counselling, as well as those seeking a valuable standalone experience to improve their communication skills and self-awareness.

Whether you’re considering professional training or simply want to deepen your ability to listen and connect with others, this course offers an insightful introduction to core principles of counselling. It explores the practical applications of counselling skills in everyday life and provides tools for fostering healthier, more effective communication.

What to Expect:

• Develop enhanced self-awareness
• Learn and practice active listening techniques
• Strengthen your interpersonal and communication skills

No prior experience or qualifications are required, and the course is unassessed, making it a welcoming space for exploration and personal growth.

Sessions follow a balanced structure that includes:

• Taught content
• Experiential exercises
• Group discussions and feedback
• Reflective tasks

Skills gained throughout the course are highly transferable and applicable in both personal and professional settings. Whether you’re attending out of personal interest, seeking a short learning opportunity, or laying the groundwork for future studies, this course is a meaningful first step.

Next Steps: For those inspired to continue their training, this course provides a valuable route to our Level 3 Counselling courses at Exeter College.

Delivery: Led by a qualified counselling practitioner, the course blends teaching, group activities, and reflective tasks to create an interactive and supportive learning environment.

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

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

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

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.