COUNSELLING
You will need to take part in a selection process before registering on these courses Register HereWe provide nationally recognised courses run by experienced counsellors
From introductory courses at L2 through to L4 for those with previous counselling skills and experience, these courses can help develop your career in counselling or support you in your career change.
Qualities learned on counselling skills, counselling studies and therapeutic counselling courses can help you improve your professional and personal relationships, learn more about counselling theory, ethics and mental health, and even be prepared for work as a professional counsellor in an agency setting. Our Courses are validated by AIM and are recognised by BACP & NCS.
All our courses are either classroom-based or blended learning. Blended learning is a combination of distance and classroom-based learning, work is submitted via an e-portfolio. External examinations take place in January or June.
Counselling courses incorporates experiential elements that will involve some personal disclosure and associated personal development activities, these courses are not recommended for those currently experiencing emotional difficulty or suffering from present substance misuse issues.


Level 2 Counselling Skills Starting September 14th 2020 (Launceston)
This course includes 3 mandatory units covering all the main areas relevant to the study of initial counselling skills.
- The Fundamentals of Counselling
- Introduction to Counselling Skills
- Introduction to Counselling Theory
In addition you will also study one of the following modules;
- Counselling in the Workplace
- Working with Young People & Children
- Working with Grief & Loss
- Working with Trauma
Assessment of this course is by portfolio and an externally assessed written paper under exam conditions. This course will be a blended learning programme.
This course is eligible for funding
Entry Requirements
- No experience of counselling is required
- All applicants must be aged 18 years or above
15 weeks

Level 3 Certificate in Counselling Starting October 2020
This course includes 3 mandatory units covering all the main areas relevant to the study of counselling skills.
- Counselling Theory
- Counselling Skills
- Developing Reflective Practice in Counselling
Assessment of this course is by
- role-play
- reflective journals
- an externally assessed written paper under exam conditions.
This course is graded and will be a blended learning programme.
This course qualifies for the adult learning loan.
Entry Requirements:
- L2 Counselling qualification
It is recommended that learners have a Level 2 English qualification
30 weeks

Level 4 Diploma in Counselling Practice
- This course includes 3 mandatory units covering all the main areas relevant to the study of counselling skills.
- Counselling Theory
- Supervised Practice in Counselling
- Counselling Theory: A Chosen Approach
In addition you will also study the following modules:
- Working with Children & Young People
- Working with Grief & Loss
- Working with Trauma
- Transactional Analysis
Assessment of this course is by:
- completion of 100 hrs of supervised practice
- an externally assessed written paper under exam conditions.
- An essay
- Scenario analysis
Entry Requirements:
- L3 Counselling qualification
It is recommended that learners have a Level 2 English qualification
This course is graded and will be a blended learning programme.
This course qualifies for the adult learning loan.
2 years part-time

CPD Courses - Coming soon!
We will also be offering the following courses as online CPD modules:
- Understanding mediation Level 2 (60 hours)
- Certificate in Domestic Abuse Level 3 (105 hrs)
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“I have learnt so much about myself and about how to really listen to people in an atmosphere that is both relaxed and fun. My tutor encouraged me to think for myself, and was there for me if I needed help or support of any kind. taking the counselling course has opened up a whole new world for me, it’s expanded my mind making me want to learn and strive to be the best that I can be. I would reccomend everyone to take this course as before I was a housewife, now I am a student looking toward an exciting and bright future as a fully trained counsellor”
For more detailed information on our Counselling Courses please contact us on info@vlearningnet.org.uk or call us on 01566 770729
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If you would like more information on any of the courses listed on our website or you just want to have a friendly chat with our team, then get in touch with us today.