Counselling Skills Level 3 

• Flexible Online Learning
  The course is delivered online, enabling learners to study from anywhere and at any time that suits them.
• Nationally Recognised Qualification
  Upon successful completion, learners receive a NCFE Level 3 Diploma, recognised by employers across the UK.
• Expert Tutor Support
  Learners have access to qualified tutors for guidance and support throughout their learning journey.
• Interactive Learning Materials
  The course utilises engaging and interactive online materials to enhance the learning experience.

Additional Information

Typical course length: 20 weeks
Course level:  Level 3 Diploma
Awarding body: NCFE
Minimum age:  19 years old 
Course price:  FREE* (valued at approx. £2000)

*Eligibility criteria apply for funded courses

By completing this course, you will gain a nationally recognised qualification, which can significantly enhance your employment prospects to be a support worker, coach or mentor across various sectors.

The course provides a solid foundation in counselling skills, preparing you for further study or progression into higher-level qualifications and roles. 

It also offers the flexibility to study at a pace that suits your lifestyle and commitments, supported by expert tutors. 

Additionally, the course covers the essential communication skills such as active listening and empathy. Also, this course will provide you with the knowledge to master professional ethics and diversity. 

What will I learn?

The course is divided into the following units:

Unit 1

Developing counselling 

Unit 2

Theoretical approaches in the use of counselling skills 

Unit 3

Working ethically with counselling skills 

Unit 4

Counselling skills and diversity 

Unit 5

Counselling skills and personal development 

Upon completion, you will have developed a comprehensive understanding of counselling skills and practices.

You will have gained knowledge and skills to develop counselling theories, working ethically with counselling skills and improving your own personal development.  

This qualification opens the door to numerous career opportunities in support, health and wellbeing roles and provides a pathway for further education and professional development in the field. 

This qualification does not qualify you to practise as a counsellor. However, it can support your progression within employment in a number of roles in the educational, pastoral and care sectors.

1. You must currently live in a Non-Devolved Area of England or the Great London Area (GLA). If you live in GLA you must evidence you have permission to remain here for the next 365 days. For the rest of the country, you must have been resident in the UK/EEA for 3+ years, for purposes other than study.
2. You must be over the age of 19 or older (on 31 August 2024) and be able to fully commit to this course.
3. You must have the relevant ID to register for this course. (passport, visa/permit, birth certificate or driving licence and proof of address within the last 3 months)
4. You must not have done this qualification at the same or higher level previously.

The course is delivered remotely and you will need a laptop or computer to be able to access and study on this course.