Why take this course?
This is the Institute’s most popular course, having been successfully completed by people from various backgrounds and levels of ability. The syllabus will be particularly attractive if you are a person who wishes to help others and would like to acquire the skills and expertise to be more effective in that role. The course will provide you with a preliminary understanding of the skills and practice of counselling, as well as an appreciation of the personal qualities associated with the collaborative process of helping.
Learning Method
On-Line/Distance Learning
Course Content
This single module course provides a comprehensive overview of counselling supplemented by short practical exercises and printed case study assignments. It is designed to be completed within 6 months of part-time study, although, should you require it, this period may be extended
Materials supplied with this course
The course material includes comprehensive course notes (knowledge and practice), a textbook and 3 CD-ROMs to provide insights into the skills and techniques used by professional counsellors. You will be able to observe and become conversant with many of the practical techniques employed by professional counsellors.
Linkages to other courses
The certificate serves as the foundation module of the Institutes Diploma in Counselling (Course 4000)
Accredited or CPD
In addition to the Institute course certificate successful candidates will be awarded a certificate of CPD and 60 points towards the Counselling Society’s accredited membership as a practitioner. If you require academic accreditation you may wish to consider our Foundation Counselling Module GCU 3 which is part of our Course 5000N Diploma but can be taken separately . Cost - £299.00 If you are 16 or over and living in Scotland, you may be able to get £200 towards the cost of learning with a learner account from ILA Scotland. If you need any further information just call an ILA helpline adviser on 0808 100 1090. Or click onto www.ilascotland.org.uk