Level 3 Certificate in Counselling Studies

Vocational qualification

In South Shields

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Description

  • Type

    Vocational qualification

  • Location

    South shields

This qualification will be useful for those embarking on a career in counselling or seeking to enhance their functional role by the use of counselling skills (eg nurses, social workers.) It will also be useful to people seeking a career change and wishing to develop as professional counsellors, anyone offering help on a one to one basis and those wishing to consolidate their skills

Facilities

Location

Start date

South Shields (Tyne and Wear)
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St. George'S Avenue South Shields, NE34 6ET

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About this course

To gain entry to this course candidates should: hold a Level 1 and 2 Counselling qualification or equivalent.

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Course programme



Course information:
Level 3 Certificate in Counselling Studies


Course content:
This qualification will be useful for those embarking on a career in counselling or seeking to enhance their functional role by the use of counselling skills (eg nurses, social workers.) It will also be useful to people seeking a career change and wishing to develop as professional counsellors, anyone offering help on a one to one basis and those wishing to consolidate their skills and knowledge in a counselling context.
A basic level of literacy is required, and candidates need to be advised of this before embarking on the programme.
Level 3 Certificate in Counselling Studies is awarded to candidates who have completed the seven modules detailed below:-

Unit Title
1. The Professional Framework of the Counsellor
2. The Counselling relationship
3. Client Diversity
4. The Service User-Centred Approach
5. Personal Awareness in Counselling
6. Counselling Concepts
7. Supervision and Self-Reflection

Learning Outcomes
Having successfully completed this programme, you will be aware of, and understand how to:-
Work ethically and safely in a counselling relationship while developing in depth self-awareness as well as an awareness of diversity issues in counselling. You will also become more competent in the use of counselling skills.

Assessment procedure:
You are awarded the Level 3 Certificate in Counselling Studies for successfully completing a portfolio and an externally assessed written paper.
A portfolio file must be produced which will include a personal reflective journal, at least three self development plans, at least two 1500/2000 word assignments and a Presentation on a counselling organisation of your choice. It is the responsibility of each course tutor to supervise and assess the course work and assignments for their particular units before internal then external verification. However, note - tutors will not chase up those students who have not submitted work for assessment, it is your responsibility to ensure all work is submitted and assessed on time.
The grading system for the assessment process along with the recommended standard front sheet is attached in appendix 5.
Recommendations for awards are submitted by the staff course team to the CPCAB External Verifier, who will confirm the recommendations or refer them for review.
Note - it is essential that students keep a copy of

ALL assignments produced.

Qualifications achieved:
Level 3 Certificate in Counselling Studies

Progression opportunities:
Eligibility for application to Foundation Degree which equal Practitioner status and employment

Free study and financial support:
Many part-time students at South Tyneside College do not have to pay for their course. We may also be able to help you with some of the extra costs associated with college, eg travel, childcare, equipment, books etc. In addition, depending on the course and the number of hours a week you study, you may be eligible for an Adult Learners Grant. Please ask us about free study and financial support when you apply.

Level 3 Certificate in Counselling Studies

Price on request