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NCFE Level 2 Certificate in Counselling

at Cambridgeshire County Council · local authority

Level 2Vocational and tradeCertificate11 monthsPart time

What the college says

Please note this course listing is for information only. By applying you are registering your interest, and a member of our customer support team will be in touch shortly to progress you to a full application. If you have any questions in the meantime, please contact us on 01353 613013 Our accredited Counselling course at level 2 is ideal if you’re interested in starting a career in counselling and want to gain essential skills and confidence to succeed in this area. This qualification is an introduction to counselling, you will look at counselling theories, gain a understanding of the importance of self-awareness and personal emotional stability, key elements of the main theoretical approaches and begin to develop self-understanding and reflect on your own values and beliefs. This is a knowledge based introductory qualification and you won’t become a qualified Counsellor, however, successfully completion of this qualification will enable you to progress onto Level 3 counselling programmes or employment into a helping/support role.

What you need to get on

To enrol in this course, it is required that you hold a minimum level 1 qualification in English. Prior to starting the course, you will be required to complete a brief initial assessment. This will help us understand your current starting point and allow us to tailor the course to meet your specific needs.

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

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