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Counselling Theory and Skills Level 3 Certificate

at South Essex College of Further and Higher Education, Southend-On-Sea · college

Level 3Vocational and tradeCertificate12 monthsPart time£916

What the college says

This programme is the required progression route from 7436 Counselling Skills for those seeking entry onto the Diploma in Counselling. The Counselling studies programme continues to build upon your counselling Skills alongside developing theoretical understanding of the three main approaches to counselling (Person Centred Experiential model. Cognitive Behavioural models and Psychodynamic traditions). The course will further explore ethical requirements for counsellors alongside an understanding of procedural issues for agency work and an emphasis on continued personal awareness within this holistic approach to training. This is a part time course 3 hours a week with a requirement for 10 hours of personal therapy (additional cost to the candidate). Assessment is through a range of techniques which will include essays, presentations, portfolios of evidence, case review, role play and agency research exam.

What you need to get on

GCSE grade D/3 or Functional Skills Level 1 in maths and English Counselling Skills Level 2 qualification You will need to attend an entrance interview to determine your suitability for the course

How you are assessed

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

What this level means

The A-level-equivalent step, and what universities and employers ask for.

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

  • Southend Campus (Luker Road)

    Luker Road, Southend-on-Sea, SS1 1ND

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2027 · Southend-on-Sea

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