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Counselling Skills - Level 2

at Blackpool and The Fylde College, Blackpool · college

Level 2Vocational and tradeCertificate15 weeksPart time£1,008

What the college says

This engaging programme allows you to explore counselling theories and practices and develop valuable interaction skills for working with others. It provides a nationally-recognised qualification to support career progression for those wanting to work with people and those that already do. On this course you will hone the personal qualities and attributes essential for overall success in working life. The course does not fully qualify you as a counsellor. If this is your career aim we have other more suitable courses available.

What you need to get on

You don't need any previous counselling training or experience, however you will need to be able to undertake written and spoken assessments at level 2. You need to be at least 19 and must not be in a state of severe emotional difficulty or psychological confusion.

How you are assessed

Learning a trade with tools and equipment, often in a college workshop or salon.

What this level means

The GCSE-equivalent step, and the usual route into Level 3.

Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?

Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.

Where it runs

  • UNIVERSITY CENTRE

    BLACKPOOL AND THE FYLDE COLLEGE Park Road, Blackpool, FY1 4ES

    DaytimeClassroom based
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  • BISPHAM CAMPUS

    BLACKPOOL AND THE FYLDE COLLEGE Ashfield Road, Blackpool, FY2 0HB

    EveningClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 7 September 2026 · Blackpool
  • 8 September 2026 · Blackpool
  • 12 January 2027 · Blackpool

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