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Free Online Course - Level 3 Diploma in Counselling Skills

at The Bournemouth and Poole College, Poole · college

Ofsted rated their overall effectivenessGood2025see the detail

Level 3Applied and BTECDiploma6 monthsFree

What the college says

The Level 3 Diploma in Counselling Skills is a nationally recognised qualification designed to develop your ability to support others through effective communication, active listening, and ethical practice. With rising demand for skilled individuals who can provide emotional support, particularly in areas such as anxiety, bereavement, trauma and life transitions, counselling skills are more vital than ever. This course is ideal for those working or volunteering in roles that involve supporting others wellbeing. You will explore a range of practical counselling techniques and gain an understanding of key theoretical approaches that underpin professional counselling practice. If you are passionate about helping others and would like to develop your skills further, this course offers both a respected qualification and the foundational knowledge needed to progress in the counselling field. Level 3 Diploma in Counselling Skills has professional endorsement from ACCPH (ACCPH is an independent professional body and register for counsellors, coaches, psychotherapists, and hypnotherapists in England). On completing this course, you can join ACCPH as a member and be eligible for certain benefits. This qualification carries 24 UCAS points. Please refer to the UCAS website for further details of the points allocation and for the most up-to-date information, as this could be subject to change.

What you need to get on

This course is suited for learners who have already completed counselling skills training (e.g. the Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills or equivalent). As part of the entry process, all applicants are required to complete a short exercise by answering two questions from the course. Please ensure you have a suitable device to study the course on, such as a desktop or laptop computer, to allow you to view your learning account and type answers with ease.

How you are assessed

One subject in depth, assessed largely through coursework and projects.

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

  • The Bournemouth and Poole College

    Online

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