Counselling Skills Training

What's included:

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• Eligibility to earn a CPD & QLS endorsed certificate.
• Fully Online Recorded Class
• 24/7 & Lifetime Access
• Online support
• No hidden fees

Counselling plays a crucial role in understanding people’s emotional states and helping them cope with personal and psychological challenges. This counselling skills training is designed to offer valuable insights into how active listening, empathy, boundaries, and effective questioning techniques shape meaningful communication. Whether you’re supporting others in a formal setting or aiming to improve your personal or professional interactions, a strong grasp of counselling concepts can make all the difference.

You’ll explore the core principles that underpin counselling, including ethical frameworks, rapport building, emotional intelligence, and reflective practice. The course introduces key techniques used by professionals, but in a way that's accessible and relevant to anyone interested in emotional wellbeing. You’ll also gain clarity on the differences between therapy and supportive conversation, allowing you to offer guidance without overstepping. With the demand for emotionally skilled communication growing across professions, learning counselling skills isn't limited to those pursuing psychology—it’s valuable wherever people need support.

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Learning Outcomes

• Define key principles at the heart of effective counselling sessions.
• Learn to build trust and rapport in communication settings.
• Apply active listening and empathy techniques in conversations.
• Understand appropriate boundaries within the counselling relationship.
• Use reflective practice to develop stronger counselling awareness.

Who is this course for?

• Anyone looking to develop effective communication and listening skills.
• Support workers assisting individuals with emotional or mental challenges.
• Teachers or staff working closely with vulnerable students or families.
• Volunteers involved in peer support or helpline services.
• HR professionals managing employee wellbeing and communication issues.

Career Path & UK Average Salaries

• Counsellor – £30,000 to £45,000 per year
• Mental Health Support Worker – £22,000 to £30,000 per year
• School Pastoral Officer – £25,000 to £35,000 per year
• Addiction Support Advisor – £26,000 to £38,000 per year
• Bereavement Counsellor – £28,000 to £40,000 per year
• Employee Wellbeing Officer – £32,000 to £48,000 per year