Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills

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A full Level 2 course, carrying 16 credits, which offers the student the opportunity to explore what counselling is and is not, in a safe environment. PLEASE NOTE: this course takes place on Mondays at the above time, for 14 weeks PLUS the following Saturdays from 9:30-16:30: 08 October 2016, 14 & 22 January 2017. This course is for those who:- wish to explore an interest in counselling;- wish to improve, extend and enhance listening skills;- are interested in people;- are interested in theory;- wish to develop self;- wish to progress and become a qualified counsellor. The aims of the course are to provide the student with the opportunity: - to develop counselling skills in a helping relationship and learn appropriate boundaries;- to develop knowledge of three main counselling theoretical approaches;- to gain an understanding of the contexts and ethics relevant in the use of counselling skills;- to reflect on their own personal and future development and identify potential sources of support. During the course you will:- participate in small group and whole class discussions;- work in a small group to produce a presentation;- regularly work in a triad and thus have the opportunity to practice the skills you have learned, to learn from your peers, and to both give and receieve feedback;- learn about yourself and your relationships.

Course information

Name: Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills Qualification title: Certificate in Counselling Skills (QCF) Qualification type: Assessment Assessment is via a portfolio containing assessments and a personal learning journal clearly demonstrating how the course learning outcomes have been met. As you practice your skills each week you will be receive feedback from your peers and your tutor. Towards the end of the course your skills will be assessed by another member of the counselling training team. Awarding ABC Awards (formerly known as Awarding Body Consortium) Created 20160810 15:10:18 Updated 20160810 15:10:18

Entry requirements

Note book and pen. Equipment required Note book and pen.

Provider

Peter Symonds College: Adult Education
Further Education
ace@psc.ac.uk
01962 886166
http://www.psc.ac.uk/ace/

Address

Stoney Lane
Weeke Town: Winchester County:Hants