The Counselling is a popular training course, ideal for anyone who is looking to kickstart their career as a counsellor, as well as professionals who want to test their existing skills and knowledge. If you want to gain an in-depth understanding of counselling, then this program is perfect for you.
Course Syllabus:
We have divided the Counselling course into 10 user-friendly courses modules, covering all fundamental areas of counselling to provide learners with the relevant skills and industry knowledge to take their career to the next level.
**Psychology Advanced Training**
Perspectives in Psychology
- What is Psychology
- The Biological Approach
- Behaviourist and Cognitive Approaches
- Person-Centred Approaches
- Debates in Psychology
Social Psychology
- Social Influence: Compliance, Obedience and Conformity
- Social Cognition
- Applied Social Psychology
Cognitive Psychology and Its Applications
- Perception
- Attention
- Remembering (Memory)
- Research Methods in Psychology
- Forgetting (Memory)
- Language
- Thinking (Cognition)
- Attitudes
- Problem-Solving and Artificial Intelligence
Child Development
- Issues in Child Development
- Cognitive Development
- The Development of Language and Communication
- Social Perception (Interpersonal Perception)
- Moral Development
The Psychology of Atypical (Abnormal) Behaviour
- The definition and Diagnosis of Atypical (Abnormal) Behaviour
- Treatments of atypical (abnormal) behaviour
- Emotional disorders
**Child Counselling Course**
Introduction
- About the Course & the Instructor
- Definition of Counselling
- The Counselling Relationship
Psychology of Growth and Development
- The Development Cycle
- Parent, Child, Teacher Relationships
- The Complexities of Growth
- Introduction – Psychological Development
Therapeutic Language
- Conflict and Stress
- Behavioural Therapies
- Working with Children
- The Use of Language
- Memory
Psychological Issues
- Grief and Bereavement
- Exploring Grief and Letting Go
**Child Psychology**
Introduction
- About your tutor
- About the course
Applied
- What is ‘Child Psychology’?
- The Role of Child Psychologist
- Where do Child Psychologists Work
Theoretical Approach
- Why do we need to learn theories?
- Developmental Theories: What we are born with
- Developmental Theories: How environment impacts us
Environmental & Socio-Cultural Factors in Development
- ‘Attachment’ factor in newborns
- Socio-Cultural Factors in Child’s Development
**Psychotherapy and Counselling**
Introduction to the Course
- About the Instructor
- About the Course
Introduction to Psychotherapy
- What is ‘Psychotherapy’?
- Difference between ‘Counselling’ and ‘Psychotherapy’
- Who needs psychotherapy?
Therapeutic Relationship & Environment
- Setting up therapeutic environment
- Listening Skills & Listening Stages
- Establishing positive therapeutic relationship
- Stress – and Anger management
Approaches & Schools of Thought
- Person-Centred Therapy
- Psychodynamic Therapy & Psychoanalysis
- Gestalt Therapy
- Existential Psychotherapy
Types & Forms of psychotherapy
- Individual Psychotherapy
- Group sessions (workshops)
**Addiction Psychology**
About
- Introduction: About instructor & the course
Theories of Addiction
- The Moral Model
- The Psychological Model
- The Medical / Disease Model
- The Socio-Cultural Model
Addiction Treatments
- Pharmacotherapy
- The Minnesota Model
- Counselling and Therapy
- Harm Reduction Model
- Treatments in Practice
Addiction in Society
- Drug policies, Legislation and Decriminalisation
- Community change, Outreach, Harm Reduction or Abstinence
**Grief Counselling**
Introduction
- About the Instructor & the Course
Introduction to Grief & Bereavement
- What is counselling: Introduction to Counselling Theory
- Core Skills in Counselling
- Counselling Approaches in Counselling
- What is ‘Grief’ and ‘Bereavement’?
- The Role of the Bereavement Counsellor
Attitudes Towards ‘Death’ and ‘Dying’
- Beliefs that people held about ‘death’ and ‘dying’
- A child and adolescent view of death
- Spirituality and Religion
**Depression Counselling**
Introduction
- About the Course
- About the Tutor
What Causes Depression
- Introduction
- Melancholy and the History of Counselling
- Signs of Depression
- Depression and the Brain
- Depression and Neurons
- Stress and depression
- Environmental and Health Factors
- Depression and Sleep Disorders
- Somatic Symptoms
- Risk Factors
- Module 1: Assessment Questions
Different Types of Depression
- Classifying Depression & Different Classification Methods
- Cyclothymia
- Depression and Creative Minds
- Dysthymia, Pre-Menstrual Dysphoric Disorder, and Atypical Depression
- Bipolar / Manic Depression
**REBT Counselling**
Introduction
- About the Instructor
- About the Course
REBT: Its Theoretical Principles & Philosophy
- Albert Ellis & REBT
- Philosophy & Theory of REBT
- Theoretical principles of CBT (post-REBT)
- The original ABC model
- The expanded ABCDE model
Thinking patterns & Beliefs
- Adaptive (healthy) and maladaptive (unhealthy) emotions
- What is ‘rational’ belief (examples)?
- What is ‘irrational’ belief (examples)?
- The 3 basic ‘musts’
- Demandingness
- Awfulizing
- Low (& High) Frustration Tolerance
Using REBT for various psychological problems
- REBT for depression
- REBT for anxiety
- REBT for Substance Abuse
- REBT for Stress-Related Conditions
**Occupational Therapy**
Module 01: Introduction to Occupational Therapy
- About the Course & Instructor
- What is Occupational Therapy
- Knowledge & Skills for Occupational Therapy
- Working with Adults
- Working with Children
Module 02: (Basic) Anatomy & Physiology
- The Structure & the Functions
- The Blood & the Immune System
- What is ‘Brain Injury’
- Developmental Disorders & Conditions
- Physical Disabilities
Module 03: Creative & Management Skills
- The Use of Creative Activities
- Management & Leadership Skills
- Building Confidence & Self-Esteem
- Dealing with Depression
**DBT Therapist**
Introduction
- About the Instructor
- About the Course
What is Counselling & Psychotherapy
- Definition of Counselling
- Counselling & Psychotherapy
- Approaches in Counselling & Psychotherapy
About Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)
- What is DBT?
- What is ‘dialectical’?
- History & Philosophy of DBT
DBT Strategies & 'Life Skills'
- What is ‘Mindfulness’
- What is ‘Distress Tolerance’
- What is ‘Emotion regulation’
- What is ‘Interpersonal Effectiveness’
Certificate of Achievement
Endorsed Certificate from Quality Licence Scheme
After successfully passing the MCQ exam you will be eligible to obtain Counselling Endorsed Certificate by Quality Licence Scheme. The Quality Licence Scheme is a brand of the Skills and Education Group, a leading national awarding organization for providing high-quality vocational qualifications across a wide range of industries. It will give you a competitive advantage in your career, making you stand out from all other applicants and employees. There is a Quality Licence Scheme endorsement fee to obtain an endorsed certificate which is £65, will be charged separately for each course.
CPD UK and IPHM Accredited Certificate of Achievement
On successful completion of the Counselling course, you will be eligible to order your CPD UK and IPHM accredited certificate of achievement (dual certificate) as proof of your new skill. You can also share this certificate with prospective employers and your professional network. You/your employer can verify your certificate through our website.
