Course code: CPWQ200P
Subject area: Counselling
Study level: Part Time
Course level: 1
Course time:
10:00 - 14:00
Days of week:
Tuesday
Course date:
29th Apr 2025 - 24th Jun 2025
Course location:
Witney CampusDevelopment of self-insight and resilience are a core part of the course. Learning is experiential and practical. You will have time to practice newly learnt skills with peers in an encouraging and inspirational learning environment.
Learners will undertake two units to complete this qualification which covers an introduction to counselling and development of skills associated with counselling and helping interactions.
The tutor team includes working counsellor practitioners who have a passion to maintain the standards of the profession and encourage the best qualities within their students. Students will develop supportive peer relationships, as group work is a key element of the training.
This qualification does not lead to counselling employment. It is designed as pre-practitioner training for professional counselling qualifications, but it could also provide personal and professional development or lead to employment for those working in a related field.
Students will attend College for one session a week. Sessions will include taught material, skills practice and supervision, group work and tutor and peer feedback.
• Introducing Counselling Skills
• Using Counselling Skills to help others
You should allow approximately two hours per week for the time spent completing homework tasks and independent study in addition to the scheduled class time. This is likely to fluctuate at key points during the course depending on assignment dates.
The course has one formal assessment element which candidates must pass in order to pass the course:
• Portfolio of evidence, which will involve a variety of documents including assignments, reviews of your learning and feedback
Using Counselling Skills to help others
Students who successfully complete this course are able to apply for the Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills as the next step towards a full counselling qualification.
As part of your course we may organise trips to assist you with your learning. Trips are optional, and you will not be penalised if you choose not to participate.
There are bursaries available to help you with other course costs. Call 01235 216 212 for more information.
The rules on fee reduction are complicated and we would encourage you to talk to our Admissions staff on 01235 555 585 to discuss your options. You can find more information on our Fees and Bursaries page - search "Fees and Bursaries" at the top of the page.
19+ Fee:
Tuition Fee: £300.00
Exam Fee: £0.00
Total Cost: £300.00
19+ Reduced Fee:
Tuition Fee: £0.00
Exam Fee: £0.00
Total Cost: £0.00
Assessment is in accordance with Gateway guidelines and takes the form of a portfolio. Portfolios typically include a range of evidence including self-reflection, skills practice feedback from tutors and peers and course assignments.