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Introduction to Counselling - Gateway Level 1 Award

at Skills & Learning Bournemouth, Dorset & Poole, Poole · local authority

Level 1Stepping stonesAward13 weeksPart time£190

What the college says

This is a good starting point if you want to develop skills for job roles helping adults and for those taking�their first steps in developing counselling skills. We have designed this course to support you with the initial skills for the health and social care sector. This qualification is not suitable for those who are currently in a state of severe emotional difficulty and/or�severe psychological confusion. Please be aware that the course involves experiential elements that will�involve some personal disclosure and associated personal developmental activities. If your tutor does not�feel that the course is right for you during the first weeks of the course they will advise you and discuss�deferring the course until a future date. There is an expectation that if you enrol on this course, you are willing to commit fully to the period of�time involved in this course, the associated home study and the assessed coursework required. English language skills at Level 1 is required.� Your tutor may recomment studyinging at Level 2 if there feel that is the appropirate next step in your learning journey. �

What you need to get on

The provider has not listed entry requirements. Ask them directly, and ask what happens if your grades come out lower than expected.

How you are assessed

Entry level and Level 1 study, English and maths retakes, and supported programmes.

What this level means

A first step that builds towards Level 2.

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

  • Weymouth Library

    Weymouth Library Great George Street, Weymouth, DT4 8NN

    DaytimeClassroom based
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  • Kings Park Leisure & Learning Centre

    Bournemouth Indoor Bowls Centre Kings Park Drive, Bournemouth, BH7 6JD

    DaytimeClassroom based
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  • Skills & Learning Bournemouth, Dorset & Poole

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  • Dolphin Centre

    Dolphin Centre, Poole, BH15 1SZ

    EveningClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 15 September 2026 · Weymouth
  • 25 September 2026 · Bournemouth
  • 30 September 2026
  • 6 October 2026
  • 2 November 2026 · Bournemouth
  • 14 January 2027 · Poole

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