Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills
TQUK Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills
Many people find it helpful to seek counselling at some point in their lives, and a counsellor can provide support for people in all sorts of situations.

If you’re interested in supporting people to improve their personal well-being, this course will provide you with the correct understanding, knowledge and skills to do that.
With this Certificate in Counselling Skills, you’ll learn about core skills and how to use them in a counselling relationship.
You will also be taught about counselling theory and the ethical framework that informs how counsellors use their skills.
Course Level Guidance for Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills.
Level 2 courses are equivalent to GCSE (grades 9-4 or A*-C)
Level 3 courses are equivalent to A Levels
What you’ll learn on Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills.
- Counselling skills for personal development.
- Using counselling skills.
- Introduction to counselling skills theory.
- Diversity and Ethics in the use of counselling skills.
[National Minimum Standards]
What will it cost?
This is a FREE* course funded by AEB/ESF.
When will it start?
This course runs year-round and you can start at any time.
Course Length?
120 Guided Learning Hours.
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As a Foster Carer, you will gain a TQUK Certificate Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills, which will count as 120 Guided Learning Hours towards your CPD and training requirements.
100% ONLINE – Learn from wherever you are
At DN Colleges Group, lifelong learning is a concept that we’re passionate about and for this reason, we make it accessible and flexible for you to study.
Online learning puts you in control of your learning – especially suitable for all of us in the fostering industry where we often only have short periods available around the children’s schedules.
With DN Colleges Group courses, you are free to study when, where and how you choose, and in the style and speed that is right for you. Early morning, during a work break, or late at night – it is entirely up to you so you can fit your education around Fostering and/or family commitments.
So what’s stopping you? Get in touch today and find out how we can help provide you with a timely career boost.
How you’ll learn
You have the flexibility to complete the course in your own time online in the comfort of your own home. You’ll also have an assigned, qualified tutor who will support and guide you throughout your course.
You will work through your online learning materials to complete an assessment. The assessment consists of questions that you must answer and submit to your tutor for marking.
Your tutor will mark your assessment, giving you feedback on each answer once you have completed all the units that make up your qualification you will be issued your certificate.
Why Choose DN Colleges Group
- Accessible – 24/7 availability from wherever you have an internet connection.
- Flexible – take control of where, when, how and the rate at which you study
- Professional delivered courses – industry-leading course tutors.
- Quality – study the same course used by corporations for internal training
- Save money – no additional travel costs and this course is FREE!*
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Help & Support
Please contact DN Colleges directly with any queries or support requests at the contact information below.
General Course Enquiries Call: 0800 358 75 75