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CPCAB Level 2 Award in Introduction to Counselling Skills

Starting on 13 Jan 2025 Lasting 10 weeks
Scheduled Times
Mon at 10:00AM – 1:00PM
Cost: £289.00 Concession: £0.00 Code: 24VCSY733 Venue: Varndean College Apply
Starting on 14 Jan 2025 Lasting 10 weeks
Scheduled Times
Tue at 6:00PM – 9:00PM
Cost: £289.00 Concession: £0.00 Code: 24VCSY736 Venue: Varndean College Apply
Starting on 16 Jan 2025 Lasting 10 weeks
Scheduled Times
Thu at 6:00PM – 9:00PM
Cost: £289.00 Concession: £0.00 Code: 24VCSY734 Venue: Varndean College Apply
Concessions available, for more details please see our Financial Information below.

Course Information

Are there any additional costs?

No

How will I be assessed?

There is no exam. Assessment is on submission of your journal (portfolio) at the end of the course. You will complete a weekly journal as a record of your learning and development.

What do I need to bring to the class?

A pen and some paper. An A4 plastic folder or wallet to keep your journals/handouts in.

What next?

CPCAB Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Studies.

What is the course about?

Students do not need any prior knowledge of the subject. This course is suitable for anyone who wants to develop their listening and counselling skills. For those working in situations where communication and one to one interviews or interactions take place. For anyone who is interested in progressing into further counselling training. These courses introduce trainees to initial counselling skills and basic counselling concepts, which can be used in everyday life. By the end of the course you should be able to: Understand a range of interpersonal skills and qualities. Understand when and how to use these skills. Understand the importance of ethics, values and beliefs when using interpersonal skills. Be able to use a range of skills in a role-play. Be able to review own skills and reflect on progress. On the Course: These courses introduce trainees to listening and helping skills which can be used in everyday life, as well as basic counselling concepts.

Financial Information

If you are studying an accredited course at Entry Level, Level 1 or Level 2 you may be eligible for a concessionary fee. If you fall into one of the following categories you will need to complete a self-declaration funding form and provide evidence of your means tested benefit. All evidence must be dated within three months of the course start date.

  • Claiming Job Seekers Allowance/Employment Support Allowance or Universal Credit
  • Receiving Universal Credit (UC) and your take home pay as recorded on your UC statement (disregarding UC payments and other benefits) is less than £617 per month (learner is sole adult in the benefit claim) or £988 per month (learner has a joint benefit claim with their partner)
  • Earning less than £20,319 annual gross salary. You must provide evidence of your salary

You will need to provide evidence of your means tested benefit. All evidence must be dated within three months of the course start date.

Courses in the Community also offer concessions and includes 65+. Please see details under each course.

If your course costs more than £200 you may apply to pay in three instalments. You will need to complete and sign an instalment form. The first payment will be taken immediately, followed by a further payment at the start of the course and a final payment two months later. Please note that a handling charge of 10% of the course fee (up to a maximum of £30) is added to all instalment payments. You will still be liable for the full cost of the course if you leave the course prior to all instalments being paid.

No refunds are given once a course has started. If a course is cancelled by the college you will receive a full refund of all fees paid. If you decide to cancel your enrolment before the class starts your payment will be refunded less a 20% administration charge (up to a maximum of £50). All refunds will be processed within 14 working days.

Please ring the Adult Education office on 01273 546602 for further information.