Counselling Skills Level 2 Certificate (CPCAB)

This qualification is intended for candidates who want to become competent in the use of counselling skills to help others – either in a voluntary or an employed situation. It is also for those who want to take the first step in training to be a counsellor – preparing them for the next level of practitioner training.

You will learn the following on the course:

* How to use counselling skills ethically and safely.

* Establish and sustain the boundaries of the helping role.,

* Work empathically as a helper.

* Focus on the helpee’s needs and concerns.

* Use self-awareness in helping work.

* Use a range of counselling skills to facilitate the helping interaction.

* Use feedback and reflection to enhance counselling skills.

* Relate learning to own roles and work settings

This qualification is not suitable for those who are currently in a state of severe emotional difficulty and/or severe psychological confusion.

We need to ensure that all potential candidates are made aware of the nature of the course, and in particular that the course involves experiential elements that will involve some personal disclosure and associated personal developmental activities.

Please be aware that you will be expected to do homework every week.

The writing elements will include a weekly (ongoing) learning journal, weekly peer feedback sheets and assignments. You will have a practical assessment of skills and an external exam.

Please note: Due to the nature of the course, we reserve the right to discuss with learners their continuing suitability, at any point, whilst attending any of our Counselling Courses.


This course also covers an introduction to British Values (learning aim 60333984)

This course is a Level 2.

You will need to have appropriate levels of English skills in order to produce assignments necessary for this course.

You must have achieved an English Level 1 qualification or above. You will be asked to provide your certificate during the Course Approval Assessment.

Additional information

Please bring a pen, paper and a ring binder folder to your class.

Any course enrichment opportunities associated with this class will be listed in your Google classroom.,

This course also includes the additional qualification - Ascentis Level 1 Certificate in Employability (Learning Aim: 60085010).

This will give you useful skills for the workplace and be a great addition to your CV.

Make an application by the ‘Apply Now’ button and book a Course Approval session to ensure this course is suitable for you.

For your Course Approval session, you need to:

• Bring accepted ID in the form of either a UK passport or printout of your e-visa showing residency status
• Bring proof of benefit dated within the last 3 months or most recent payslip /tax return if claiming the concessionary fee
• Ensure you meet all previous educational requirements to attend this course
• Bring copies of previous exam certificates

By booking a Course Approval session, you are agreeing that you have read and understood the terms and conditions of enrolment and course details as well as the above requirements.

For further information please contact enrol@suttoncollege.ac.uk

If you are unsure of your next steps for education, employment or career choices our Advice Service can help. Contact advice@suttoncollege.ac.uk

Progression will be based on successful completion of the course and tutor recommendation/reference.

Counselling Studies Level 3 with further progression to Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling.