Introduction to Counselling
COURSE INFORMATION:
Place of Study: Shetland College UHI, Lerwick
Mode of Study: Part-time
Length of course: Part-time: 4 Saturday’s ( this option is run twice a year) OR as an evening class over 7 weeks.
Start Date: Please contact the college for Saturday and evening class start dates.
Entry Requirements: None
COURSE SUMMARY:
The course provides a broad introduction to counselling with an overview of the 3 main approaches used in this country and offers participants the opportunity to develop basic counselling skills. It will give participants the opportunity to identify their potential to progress further on the Degree at Shetland College UHI or Certificate and Diploma courses elsewhere. This course is taught by tutors who both work professionally as counsellors.
HOW WILL I STUDY?
This is a 20 hour course which is run twice a year.
Teaching staff within each college section provide first-line guidance and support for each student in relation to course work. If additional support is required the college’s support for learning team is available to provide appropriate support tailored to individual student needs.
GOOD REASONS TO STUDY THIS COURSE:
• A way into further study
• Learn about yourself and others
STUDENT QUOTE:
"I have found this course very interesting, enlightening and really worthwhile" Anon.
STAFF QUOTE:
"We look at how we communicate with people, and also how to take care of ourselves and know our limitations" Jean Aaron-Walker, Lecturer.
PROGRESSION:
Academic: B.A in Counselling Psychotherapy
Employment/Career: Helping Professions
