Counselling - Introduction
Study mode: You take fewer course units/modules per week compared to full time.
Start in: May
Learning mode: You attend classes in person at your local campus or learning centre.
Duration: Part time: Wednesday afternoons
How: You attend classes at scheduled times, shown on your timetable.
What is special about this course?
If you are looking to develop a career in the voluntary and mental health sectors this introductory course is designed for you. The aim is to introduce you to some of the concepts and skills required to offer support through the use of listening and responding skills. You will learn about the counselling relationship by exploring different models of counselling and learning how to apply the skills of active listening in helping roles.
This course is not a substitute for personal therapy and students are always encouraged to participate in therapy whilst undertaking counselling training courses. Counselling courses place strong emotional demands on students and you must be prepared for this and also, have the resilience to meet them.
The emphasis is on practical skills and group exercises. You will participate in listening exercises working with peers to develop your counselling skills in a highly participative practical way.
There are no entry requirements for this course.
- The Counselling Relationship
- Counselling Skills
- Listening and Responding Skills
How will I study my course?
- Part Time
Dates: Wednesdays – 13th, 20th, 27th May & 3rd June
Time: 2:00–5:00pm (3 hours per session)
In person, on Lerwick Campus
How long will my course last?
4 Weeks12 hours total
Dates: Wednesdays – 13th, 20th, 27th May & 3rd June
Time: 2:00–5:00pm (3 hours per session)
- Lerwick Campus
Fees
For the latest information on fees please see our fees policy.
Additional costs
- £65 for 4 weeks
"I learned a lot about myslef and my work practice has become person centred."
Apply for Counselling - Introduction
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