Why Study Counselling Skills?
Counselling is a uniquely rewarding field, which is about as far from the typical 9-to-5 grind as it gets. For the counsellor, each day brings new opportunities to change lives for the better. Each year, millions of men and women from all backgrounds turn to counsellors for their help and support. Some of whom are looking to overcome specific obstacles, while others may be struggling with broader issues. Counsellors offer their services across a variety of specialist fields, including relationship counselling, behavioural counselling, career counselling, addiction counselling and more. To succeed as a counsellor, a naturally caring, patient and empathetic character is essential. As is a genuine passion for people and the desire to help others during times of need.
This advanced Level 7 Counselling Skills Diploma takes place over a series of 13 module, each concluding with an online assessment for submission to your assigned tutor. Key topics and knowledge areas covered include the following:
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Module 1 – An Introduction to Counselling
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Module 2 – The Counselling Process
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Module 3 – Coaching & Mentoring
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Module 4 – Counselling Based Communication Skills
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Module 5 – Understanding Body Language
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Module 6 – Developing Listening Skills
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Module 7 – Developing Facilitation Skills
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Module 8 – Interpersonal Skills
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Module 9 – Emotional Intelligence
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Module 10 – Negotiation Skills
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Module 11 – Organisational Skills
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Module 12 – Anger Management
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Module 13 – Stress Management
aying in Instalments: £1100 (interest FREE Instalments)
Deposit: £320
No of Instalments: 12
Each Instalment: £65
Pay in Full: (£200 Discount) £900
At the end of this course successful learners will receive a Certificate of Achievement from the Quality Licence Scheme and a Learner Unit Summary (which lists the components the learner has completed as part of the course).
This course and/or training programme has been endorsed by the Quality Licence Scheme for its high-quality, non-regulated provision and training programmes. This course and/or training programme is not regulated by Ofqual and is not an accredited qualification. Your training provider will be able to advise you on any further recognition, for example progression routes into further and/or higher education. For further information please visit the Learner FAQs on the Quality Licence Scheme website.
Qualified and capable counsellors gain access to a broad and diverse job market at home and overseas. Some set their sights on full-time positions with conventional employers, while others explore self-employment and entrepreneurship opportunities. Typical job titles in the field include guidance counsellor, relationship counsellor, career counsellor, substance abuse counsellor, youth counsellor and many more besides. Entry-level salaries of around £25,000 to £30,000 are the norm for full-time counsellors in the UK.
Who Should Take This Course?
All courses at Oxford Home Study Centre are open to ambitious candidates in pursuit of their career goals. This Level 7 Counselling Skills Diploma was created by a team of experienced academics with the following applicants in mind:
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Newcomers looking to get a strong start in the counselling profession
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Practicing counsellors working on their knowledge, skills and confidence
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Anyone interested in starting their own counselling business
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Candidates considering freelance job opportunities at home or abroad
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Naturally patient, caring, kind, considerate and empathetic individuals
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Jobseekers working on their CVs and employment prospects
Enrolment is open 24/7, making now the perfect time to get started. Sign up online, or contact a member of the team at Oxford Home Study Centre anytime to learn more.