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Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills
Tyne Academy

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Price
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£21 inc VAT (was £22.99)
Offer ends 24 January 2026
Study method
Online, On Demand
Duration
0.9 hours · Self-paced
Qualification
No formal qualification
Certificates
  • Certificate of completion - Free
  • Reed Courses Certificate of Completion - Free
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  • Tutor is available to students
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Overview

The Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills provides a structured introduction to the fundamental techniques and theoretical approaches used in counselling. With a consistent focus on counselling and mental health, this course equips learners with the foundational skills necessary to engage in supportive communication, understand ethical frameworks, and recognize the importance of mental health awareness in various settings.

Key Takeaways

  • Introduction to core counselling skills and ethical frameworks

  • Strong emphasis on mental health awareness and emotional support

  • Overview of key counselling theories and their practical applications

  • Exploration of the role counselling plays in diverse mental health settings

Certificates

Certificate of completion

Digital certificate - Included

Reed Courses Certificate of Completion

Digital certificate - Included

Will be downloadable when all lectures have been completed.

Curriculum

4
sections
6
lectures
0h 54m
total

Course media

Description

The Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills explores the core principles of counselling within the broader context of mental health. This course covers essential counselling topics such as active listening, empathy, boundaries, and non-judgmental communication. It emphasizes how counselling skills can be effectively applied in roles that require interaction with individuals facing emotional, psychological, or social challenges related to mental health.

Learners are introduced to a range of counselling theories and approaches, including humanistic, psychodynamic, and cognitive frameworks. The course explores how these methods relate to mental health support and how counselling plays a vital role in both formal and informal care environments. Through focused study of counselling ethics, confidentiality, and client respect, the course reinforces responsible practice in support roles.

A significant emphasis is placed on understanding the impact of mental health on individual wellbeing and how counselling can support recovery, self-awareness, and emotional resilience. The course highlights the role of counselling in schools, healthcare settings, community services, and the workplace, showing its relevance across various mental health contexts.

Throughout the course, counselling and mental health are explored through repeated and integrated discussions to ensure a strong conceptual grasp of how counselling skills enhance communication, improve support services, and contribute to overall mental health care. The use of counselling language, reflective techniques, and professional standards is emphasized to align with industry expectations and ethical responsibilities.

Who is this course for?

This course is suitable for individuals seeking to develop a foundational understanding of counselling and mental health. It is ideal for those who are considering a future in the counselling field or who work in roles where mental health awareness and counselling skills are essential.

Requirements

There is no formal prerequisite for this Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills course.

Career path

Graduates may progress into roles such as support worker, mental health assistant, or advance to further qualifications in counselling and mental health services.

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This course is advertised on Reed.co.uk by the Course Provider, whose terms and conditions apply. Purchases are made directly from the Course Provider, and as such, content and materials are supplied by the Course Provider directly. Reed is acting as agent and not reseller in relation to this course. Reed's only responsibility is to facilitate your payment for the course. It is your responsibility to review and agree to the Course Provider's terms and conditions and satisfy yourself as to the suitability of the course you intend to purchase. Reed will not have any responsibility for the content of the course and/or associated materials.

FAQs

Study method describes the format in which the course will be delivered. At Reed Courses, courses are delivered in a number of ways, including online courses, where the course content can be accessed online remotely, and classroom courses, where courses are delivered in person at a classroom venue.

CPD stands for Continuing Professional Development. If you work in certain professions or for certain companies, your employer may require you to complete a number of CPD hours or points, per year. You can find a range of CPD courses on Reed Courses, many of which can be completed online.

A regulated qualification is delivered by a learning institution which is regulated by a government body. In England, the government body which regulates courses is Ofqual. Ofqual regulated qualifications sit on the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF), which can help students understand how different qualifications in different fields compare to each other. The framework also helps students to understand what qualifications they need to progress towards a higher learning goal, such as a university degree or equivalent higher education award.

An endorsed course is a skills based course which has been checked over and approved by an independent awarding body. Endorsed courses are not regulated so do not result in a qualification - however, the student can usually purchase a certificate showing the awarding body's logo if they wish. Certain awarding bodies - such as Quality Licence Scheme and TQUK - have developed endorsement schemes as a way to help students select the best skills based courses for them.
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