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NCFE CACHE Level 3

Counselling Skills

This course gives an in-depth knowledge of counselling approaches, and how to apply skills within an ethical framework.

Course Overview

This course delves into the effective use of counselling skills and techniques to assist individuals in a meaningful way. It provides valuable insights into managing interactions, the importance of self-reflection, feedback, and guidance. You will also discover opportunities to enhance self-knowledge through the study of counselling theory.

The course is designed to support learners that are using counselling skills as part of their functional role in a wide range of sector areas, or can be used as a foundation if you are looking to progress towards accredited counsellor status with one of the counselling professional accrediting bodies.

What you'll learn

You will study five units:

  • Developing counselling skills
  • Theoretical approaches in the use of counselling skills
  • Working ethically with counselling skills
  • Counselling skills and diversity
  • Counselling skills and personal development
This course can prepare you for a career in counselling, psychotherapy or youth work.
Eligibility Criteria

This course is government funded, you must meet the following criteria to be able to study for free:

  • You must currently live in England    
  • You must have been resident in the UK/EU for 3+ years, for purposes other than study    
  • You must be over the age of 19  
    • If you are between 19-23 you are eligible regardless of employment status
    • If you are 24+ you will only be eligible if you earn less than £25,000
      • Learners earning below £25,000 will be entitled funding for Level 3 qualifications
      • Learners earning above £25,000 will be required to take out an Advanced Learner Loan
Is This Course Free?

This course is funded by the government's Adult Education Budget, which means you may be able to study for free. Eligibility criteria for funding can be found below. If you are not eligible for funding, you can still purchase the course by clicking the 'Buy Now' button above.

Fully Accredited Course

This course is accredited by NCFE CACHE, a leading educational charity with over 170 years experience. NCFE is recognised by the UK Department for Education and regulated by Ofqual.

 

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Government funded courses. Qualifications accredited by NCFE.

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