Course overview
Understand the human mind and the counselling process with this internationally recognised qualification.
You’ll learn the theory behind the skills and techniques used to successfully help people work through their problems and issues with counselling. This includes listening, reflection, questioning and interview techniques.
Study method
- Online
Duration study load
600 hours. Learn at your own pace, but ideally complete this diploma in six months (ie one module per month).
Professional recognition
This course is accredited by ICOES
ICOES, the International Council for Online Educational Standards guarantees you a high standard of content with measurable outcomes from a reputable training organisation. ICOES is the accrediting body that establishes, monitors and continually develops the educational standards of online teaching institutions.
Assessment
Includes case studies, quizzes and written assessments.
Testimonials
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Lynaire Hartley"The course is brilliant, it is easy to understand and the detail of knowledge is also easy to absorb. The tutors have been extremely helpful and prompt to reply. I find that I don’t have to use them much at all as the content is self-explanatory."
Subjects
- The nature and scope of psychology
- Neurological basis of behaviour
- Environmental effects on behaviour
- Consciousness and perception
- Personality
- Psychological development
- Needs, drives and motivation
- Stress
- Abnormal behaviour
- Individual behaviour
- Group Behaviour
- Methods of dealing with abnormalities
- Conflict resolution
- Interpersonal communication skills
- Learning specific counselling skills
- Listening & bonding
- Reflection
- Questioning
- Interview techniques
- Changing beliefs and normalising
- Finding solutions
- Ending the counselling
About The Career Academy
The Career Academy offers a range of employer recognised courses as well as specialist courses to improve job performance. Our focus is on mentoring, inspiring and supporting people through training so their career or business can reap the rewards. The Career Academy’s course delivery is flexible, so our students can study with minimal disruption to their daily life. We offer flexible payment plans so anyone wanting to learn has the opportunity no matter their circumstances.
