CSK – LEVEL 2 CERTIFICATE IN COUNSELLING

This course is suitable for those looking for further study in counselling/psychotherapy.

It is also a popular CPD opportunity for healthcare practitioners such as doctors, nurses, social workers, occupational therapists, and unqualified professionals from the statutory and voluntary sectors seeking to deepen their understanding of listening skills, empathy and human flourishing.

Perfect for people interested in: professional qualifications, career development, supporting people, working with others, working with young people, and listening.

There are seven learning outcomes that will be taught in a variety of ways including lectures, small group activities, whole group discussions, individual reflective writing, videos, exploration via the creative arts and small group skills practice.

Topics include:

-Understanding and application of ethical and safe practice
-Creating and maintaining boundaries in the helping relationship
-Developing empathy, understanding difference and working within diversity
-Focusing on your Helpee’s concerns, using active listening skills to stay within their frame of reference
-Using core counselling skills, and to develop your ability to identify blocks to listening
-Reflecting on your learning style and working creatively
-Gain a deeper understanding of your patterns of relating, personal history and structure of self
-Providing constructive feedback to peers and to utilise feedback given to you

September 24th 2026. Thursdays, 12pm-3pm.

Stevenage Campus