CPCAB Level 2 Award in Introduction to Counselling Skills

Who is this course for?

This is a course for people who want to learn initial counselling skills to help and support others, either in a voluntary or employed capacity. This is more than just a ‘taster’ course and will give you the grounding to move on to our training programme at Highlands College. The course is accredited into the National Qualifications Framework by the Qualifications & Curriculum Authority (QCA). The awarding body is CPCAB (Counselling and Psychotherapy Central Awarding Body).

Please note: The course is not suitable for those in “severe emotional difficulty or psychological confusion” as there is a great deal of personal disclosure and exploration during the 10 weeks.

Course Fees: To be paid in full to secure a place on the course.

What are the entry requirements for the course?

Minimum age of 18 years. No previous training or experience is required.

How long is this course?

This is a 10-week part-time course run at Highlands College Campus. One evening a week, Mondays, (term time only) from 6pm to 9pm

Next course commences on Monday 6th January 2025 on the following dates:

January 6th,13th, 20th, 27th

February 3rd, 10th, 24th

March 3rd, 10th, 17th

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What will I study on this course?

Using initial counselling skills safely

Establish the helping interaction
Communicate understanding of the other person’s concerns
Focus on the other person’s agenda
Use initial counselling skills with self-awareness
Use initial counselling skills within the helping interaction
Use study skills within the learning process

What Qualification will I gain?

CPCAB Level 2 Award in Introduction to Counselling Skills.

Will I go out on work experience?

Not required

How is the course assessed?

Candidates build a portfolio of their coursework and write a journal every week. They also complete a written ‘Self Review’ at the end of the course, and this is assessed by the tutor and quality assured by the awarding body. Students must submit their portfolio on the last day of the course and pass the internal assessment to receive the qualification.

What does this course lead on to?

Possible progression to the CPCAB Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills course.

Progression to the higher-level courses is not guaranteed.

How much will it cost?

£383.00

Full payment is required on application to secure your place on this course

How can I find out more?

For further information, please contact: counsellingcourses@highlands.ac.uk

Extra Info

A minimum of 80% attendance is required to claim the qualification.

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What are the entry requirements for this course?

Entry requirements differ depending on the course; you may be required to attend an interview in the first instance to assess the suitable of the qualification for your learning and requirements. Please contact the relevant department’s Course Administrator to discuss this further.

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In some instances an instalment plan may be possible, please discuss this with the Course Administrator.

When do courses run?

Highlands College part-time courses vary in length from evening or half-day workshops to two or three academic years. The majority of courses follow an academic timetable and may exclude half terms, bank holidays or other breaks.

What happens if the course I want is full?

Our policy is to accept applications on a first-come, first-served basis on receipt of fees. However, if a course is full a person’s name can be added to a waiting list. If the list is sufficiently large and additional tutors and facilities are available, another course may be set up and you will be contacted.

What if my course is relocated, rescheduled or cancelled?

We make every effort to avoid doing this, but occasionally it is necessary. This is why it is vitally important for us to have your current telephone numbers or e-mail address in order that we can contact you as speedily as possible. If you have a mobile telephone number, we may use a text message service to inform you of any changes to your course. Please note; our text message service is a non-reply service.

Why are some courses cancelled?

A minimum enrolment number is required to recover the full costs of providing the course. If numbers of students fail to reach this minimum, we reluctantly cancel it. We contact the applicants and provide a full refund, or offer a transfer to another course if a suitable one is available.

How will my course be assessed?

Assessment varies depending on the course; some may require formal written or practical assessment or attendance at examinations.

If I can no longer attend the class, can I get a refund?

Unfortunately we only offer a refund if your course has been cancelled by Highlands College. Circumstances such as illness, work commitments or leaving the Island are not considered for refunds. In some instances course fees may be able to be transferred to a module/unit within the same qualification. Fees or course places cannot be transferred to another person.

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Application priority

Applications for Highlands Professional are accepted on a first come, first served basis on receipt of fees. If a student withdraws you may be offered a place, or if the waiting list is sufficiently large and additional tutors and facilities are available, another course may be set up, for which you will be offered a place.

Cancellations

A minimum enrolment number is required to recover the full costs of providing a course. If numbers of students fail to reach this minimum we reluctantly cancel it. Applicants are provided with a full refund or a transfer to another suitable course if one is available.

Refunds

Unfortunately we only offer a refund if a course has been cancelled by Highlands College. Circumstances such as illness, work commitments or leaving the island are not considered for refunds. In some instances course fees may be able to be transferred to a module/unit within the same qualification. Fees or course places cannot be transferred to another person.