Introduction to Counselling
at City of Bristol College, Bristol · college
What the college says
This course will enable you to identify and practise initial counselling skills and to understand the first steps in the theory of counselling.This award does not provide students with a professional qualification to practice as a counsellor.
What you need to get on
No prior learning is required for this qualification but you will have achieved oral and written communication skills at Foundation Level (Level 1) or its equivalent and be over 18.--During the counselling courses as well as learning counselling skills and theory you reflect upon your own life. This can feel personal and revealing. We are looking for you to be reasonably emotionally robust. As a guide we ask:----If you have experienced a close personal bereavement to be into the second year--If you experience mental health issues we ask that you consider your wellbeing.--Where are you in the rhythm of the illness and is this right time for you to take this training?--If you are recovering from an addiction we would look for a minimum of 18 months but would prefer two years of recovery--We recognise that our life experiences gives us understanding of the struggles that life brings--We enc
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
Ashley Down Centre
Ashley Down Centre Ashley Down Road, Bristol, BS7 9BU
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