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About the course

The Level 3 Certificate in Applied Counselling Studies, awarded by CPCAB, is an ideal qualification for individuals seeking to enhance their functional roles through the application of counselling skills. It is particularly beneficial for professionals such as nurses and social workers, those looking for a career change towards becoming professional counsellors, and individuals offering one-to-one help.

This qualification also serves as a valuable opportunity for skill consolidation and knowledge development within a counselling context. Throughout the course, key issues are addressed and integrated with the development of counselling skills and theory, enabling candidates to practice at a safe level and gain essential insights into professional issues and equal opportunities. A group project and presentation on applying the counselling skills in an occupational setting gives you an insight into working as a professional in an agency.

Course content

This course consists of two units:

Unit 1

This unit provides the knowledge needed to study to become a Counsellor which is put into practice in weekly group skills sessions which are peer and tutor observed

  • Preparing to work within an ethical framework
  • Understand difference and diversity to develop an empathic understanding
  • Work within a user-centred approach to counselling
  • Use counselling to develop self-awareness in counselling practice
  • Understand the theories of counselling and mental health
  • Use feedback reflection and supervision to support counselling studies

Unit 2

This unit provides you with the knowledge needed to support employment in the sector and is undertaken as a group project

  • Understand ethical, legal and professional framework within a range of occupational settings
  • Understand the nature of relationships in a range of occupational settings
How is the course delivered and assessed?

The course will be delivered through a combination of taught lectures, learning activities, and experiential skills practice. Tutors provide regular feedback, including observed sessions and written guidance on journals and assignments.

Assessment is based on an internally assessed portfolio and an externally assessed assignment, which may include:

  • Journals
  • Projects
  • Tutor skills assessments
  • Case studies
  • Video self-assessments
What do I need to join (Entry Requirements)

The minimum entry age is 19 years and is on completion of CPCAB Certificate in Counselling Skills. Other counselling skills training may be considered as a ‘Prior Learning’ entry. This must be at least 75 Guided Learning hours (it can be an online course but must be classroom-based with skills practice). We would need a copy of your certificate and a reference from your tutor.

Acceptance on the course will be subject to an initial assessment, which will be sent to you upon receipt of your application. You will also require a reference from your current tutor.

For progressing learners, a tutor reference to support your application will be required