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Enhance Your Skills with Our Comprehensive Counselling Courses
Are you interested in building your listening skills and understanding others better? Kent Adult Education’s range of Counselling courses is designed to help you achieve these goals. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to advance your career, our courses provide valuable insights and practical training to support your journey.
Build Your Listening Skills
Effective counselling begins with the ability to listen empathetically and understand the needs of others. Our courses offer the opportunity to develop these crucial listening skills. You’ll learn how to create a safe and supportive environment for clients, allowing them to express their thoughts and feelings openly. By honing your listening skills, you’ll be better equipped to provide meaningful support and guidance.
Learn Fundamental Theories
Our introductory courses are designed to ease you into the basic concepts behind counselling. You’ll explore a range of theories that can enhance your understanding of human behaviour and interpersonal dynamics. These courses cover essential topics such as active listening, empathy and the therapeutic relationship. By understanding these fundamental theories, you’ll gain a solid foundation for further study and practice in the field of counselling.
Accredited by the CPCAB
Kent Adult Education offers courses accredited by the Counselling & Psychotherapy Central Awarding Body (CPCAB), a highly respected organisation in the industry. This accreditation ensures that our courses meet rigorous standards and provide you with the qualifications recognised by employers and professional bodies. Completing a CPCAB accredited course can significantly enhance your career prospects and prepare you for further study at a higher level.
Develop a Career in Counselling
Our accredited courses are designed to help you develop a career in counselling. You’ll gain practical skills and knowledge that are essential for working in this field. Our courses cover a wide range of topics, including ethical practice, client assessment, and therapeutic techniques. By completing our courses, you’ll be well-prepared to pursue a career as a professional counsellor.
Expert Tutors to Guide You
Kent Adult Education courses are taught by experienced and expert tutors who bring a wealth of practical knowledge to their teaching. They are dedicated to providing you with the support and guidance needed to succeed in your studies. Through interactive lessons and real-world examples, our tutors will help you develop the skills necessary to become an effective counsellor.
Achieve Your Goals with Our Counselling Courses
Joining one of our counselling courses is a significant step towards achieving your career goals. Whether you’re looking to gain new qualifications, enhance your existing skills or start a new career, our courses provide the training and support you need. With our flexible learning options and expert tutors, you’ll be well-equipped to succeed in the competitive field of counselling.
Kent Adult Education’s range of counselling courses offers the opportunity to build you listening skills and learn fundamental theories that can enhance your understanding of others. With courses accredited by the CPCAB and taught by experienced tutors, you’ll receive high-quality education that is recognised by employers and professional bodies. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to advance your career, our courses provide valuable insights and practical training. Join us today in-centre or online, in real-time, and take the next step towards achieving your goals in counselling.
Introduction to Counselling Skills Award CPCAB Level 2
SIT/139974/P/FF Location: Sittingbourne Adult Education and Head Office, Sittingbourne Course hours: 30 hoursCheck your eligibility
You must meet the entry requirements for the course
- You must be a UK national, or an Irish national, or an EEA national with pre-settled or settled status under the EU Settlement scheme
- You must have been resident in the UK or an EEA country continuously for the 3 years preceding the start date of your course. For learners living in the Greater London Authority area only you must have valid permission to live in the UK for at least 12 months in duration from the start date of your course.
- You must be aged 19 or over as at the 31st August 2024 for courses in the 2024/25 academic year
- You must agree to commit to and complete an Individual Learning Plan in agreement with your course tutor
Introduction to Counselling Skills Award CPCAB Level 2
CAN/139894/P/FF Location: Canterbury Adult Education Centre, Canterbury Course hours: 30 hoursCheck your eligibility
You must meet the entry requirements for the course
- You must be a UK national, or an Irish national, or an EEA national with pre-settled or settled status under the EU Settlement scheme
- You must have been resident in the UK or an EEA country continuously for the 3 years preceding the start date of your course. For learners living in the Greater London Authority area only you must have valid permission to live in the UK for at least 12 months in duration from the start date of your course.
- You must be aged 19 or over as at the 31st August 2024 for courses in the 2024/25 academic year
- You must agree to commit to and complete an Individual Learning Plan in agreement with your course tutor
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