About:

This qualification aims to introduce learners to the use
of helping skills in everyday life and work.

On successful completion you may improve your employment prospects particularly in the care and voluntary sectors and progress to Level 3. 

This qualification runs as a 15 week course.

PLEASE NOTE: this is a fast-paced course and better suited to candidates that have already has some counselling and developed a level or self-awareness. 

Entry
Requirements

18 years +
No previous qualifications or experience required.
A short interview.

Format

Face-to-face

Start Date

September 2026

Duration

15 weeks

Day/Time

Thursdays 9.00am – 3.00pm

Class Size

Minimum 6, maximum 12:

Our class sizes are intentionally small so we can focus on training and nurturing each candidate to a high standard.

Fees

£995 which includes the CPCAB registration fee
of £179.

An initial 50% non-refundable deposit must be paid to secure your place. 

The balance can be paid either in full or in instalments over three months.

Additional Costs

– Mandatory reading textbooks
– Digital recording device
– Notebook and pen

Homework

Weekly homework

Assessment

Assessment is across three areas: 

• Experiential: weekly counselling skills practice in small groups
• Academic: weekly reflections; small group work; two essays; a presentation and a recording of skills practice
• Behavioural: actively practising boundaries and ethics in line with course guidance

All of the above alongside a robustly built portfolio will form your assessment.

Progression

Level 3- CST-L3.

Internal candidates are guaranteed an interview.

Attendance

A non-negotiable, mandatory 85% attendance rate for all courses which equates to two missed session on this course.