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Introduction to Counselling Skills (Level 2 Award)

CPCAB
Care & Health

Course Overview

This qualification is intended for candidates who want to: Learn basic counselling skills (listening and responding skills) in helping roles Find out more about counselling (this qualification won’t teach them to be a counsellor, but may help them decide whether or not they want to train as one) Improve professional and personal relationships This qualification does not lead directly to an employed role. However, it could enhance an existing voluntary or paid role or increase the general employability of those seeking to enter the job market. If you have no knowledge of counselling this introductory 36 guided learning hours (GLH) qualification will give you some insight into the nature of counselling work and help you to decide whether you want to proceed with further counselling skills training. All CPCABs qualifications enhance your emotional and social skills, and help you to understand yourself and your relationships more clearly.
  • Study Mode
    Part-Time
  • Duration
    12 Weeks
  • Campus
    Limavady
    Strand Road

Important Message

Fees must be paid at the time of enrolment, or arrangements should be put in place to pay by instalments. The full fee includes tuition, registration and examination fees (where relevant). Depending on your circumstances you may be entitled to a reduced (concessionary) fee. Reduced fees are applied to the cost of tuition only. Failure to enrol before the Awarding Body deadline may result in you incurring a late fee.

Available Sessions

  • Course
    Campus
    Type
    Start Date
    Fees
  • Course: CPCAB Level 2 Award Introduction to Counselling Skills *applicants must apply for one course only Ref D069
    Campus: Strand Road
    Type: Part Time
    Start Date: 06/02/2026
    (Fri:9:30AM-12:30PM /)
    Fees:
    Full £58.00
    Concession £30.00
    Examination £63.00
  • Course: CPCAB Level 2 Award Introduction to Counselling Skills *applicants must apply for one course only Ref L009
    Campus: Limavady
    Type: Part Time
    Start Date: 29/01/2026
    (Thu:9:30AM-12:30PM /)
    Fees:
    Full £58.00
    Concession £30.00
    Examination £63.00

You may be eligible for funding on this course *

If you are an employer or employee of a NI based company

* Terms and Conditions apply

Course Offering

  • Site location Limavady Main St Strand Road
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Entry Requirements

UK Requirements

No formal qualifications required.

Additional Information

This qualification does not lead directly to an employed role. However, it could enhance an existing voluntary or paid role or increase the general employability of those seeking to enter the job market.

Enquiry

  • Image of Elaine Mythen (Health & Welfare)
    I wanted better job opportunities and the Access course gave me the pathway towards the career I’ve always dreamed of. It was quite daunting returning to college but I found all the staff at Strabane campus really helpful and friendly. They made the experience so enjoyable.
    Elaine Mythen (Health & Welfare)
  • Image of Dearbhla Duddy (Music Production)
    There was no point in studying for 3 A-Levels I was never going to use. I achieved 8 As and 2 Bs in my GCSEs. The College was perfect for me because I wanted to specialise in Music Production, which I couldn't do at school.
    Dearbhla Duddy (Music Production)
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