Certificate in Counselling Skills

This training aims to provide students with the core skills to understand and apply the basic concepts of counselling together with the skills and knowledge required to develop a relationship using role play. 

This training places a great emphasis on reflection, the giving and receiving of feedback and challenges as well as open and constructive dialogue. The primary objective of this course is to develop the potential in students for effective listening and responding, and to use these skills in a way which is informed by theoretical understanding, and which is helpful to themselves and others.

Trainees successfully completing this course may wish to further their studies with us by progressing to the Diploma in Counselling Skills.

No previous counselling training is required to undertake this course.

  • Course Dates:  Sep 25 – Jul 26 
  • Times:  Wednesdays 6.30pm – 9.50pm
  • Location:  In person at CCF
  • Fees: TBC

What are the aims of the course?

  • Gain knowledge of theory based on psychodynamic principles and practice and explore broader concepts of human development.

  • To develop and practise counselling skills.

  • Acquire a basic understanding of human development.

  • Develop greater sensitivity to human relationships.

  • Improve their communication skills.

  • Become more self-aware.

What are the entry requirements?

There are no formal entry requirements, although applicants would usually be at least 21 years old. Former clients of CCF wishing to train as counsellors cannot do so here until at least five years after their last counselling session with us.

Application process

Selection is by means of application form and interview, to assess applicants’ personal attributes and their intellectual and emotional capacity as well as their readiness to work with the content of the course. To apply, please complete an application form and send it to Kellie Willis at kelliew@chelmsfordcounselling.org.uk 

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