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Level 2 Award in Introduction to Counselling Skills

at DCG, Derby · other provider

Level 2Vocational and tradeAward8 weeksPart time£252

What the college says

This qualification is intended for people who want to:Learn the basic counselling skills of listening and responding in helping rolesFind out more about counselling - this qualification won’t teach you to be a counsellor, but may help you decide whether or not you want to train as oneImprove any/all relationships, both professional and personal

What you need to get on

No previous training or experience is required to undertake this qualification. However, applicants are asked to consider the sensitive nature of the course and the 'experiential elements' that will involve some personal disclosure - and review their emotional readiness for this.

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

  • DERBY COLLEGE @ THE ROUNDHOUSE

    Roundhouse Road Pride Park, Derby, DE24 8JE

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 13 January 2027 · Derby

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