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Specialist Certificate in Applied Counselling Skills

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About the course

  • Unlock the power of effective communication, active listening, and empathy with our transformative “Specialist Certificate in Applied Counselling Skills” program. This comprehensive course is designed to provide participants with a solid foundation in essential counselling techniques and interpersonal skills.

  • Whether you’re looking to enhance your communication abilities, explore a career in counselling, or simply develop a deeper understanding of human interaction, this program offers valuable insights and practical tools.

  • Enhance your interactions and enrich your relationships with the power of counselling skills. Join us for the “Counselling Skills” module and embark on a journey towards more empathetic and effective communication. Enroll now to cultivate skills that will elevate your personal and professional interactions.

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Learning Outcomes

  • Develop active listening skills to connect more deeply with others.

  • Employ effective verbal and non-verbal communication techniques.

  • Apply empathetic responses to provide emotional support and validation.

  • Understand ethical considerations and boundaries in counselling interactions.

  • Utilize basic counselling skills to guide individuals through challenges.

  • Enhance self-awareness and emotional intelligence for improved interactions.

Modules

Session 1: Introduction to Counselling Skills

  • Understanding the role of counselling skills in various contexts

  • Exploring the importance of active listening and empathy

  • Ethical considerations and maintaining professional boundaries

Session 2: Active Listening and Verbal Communication

  • Developing active listening techniques for enhanced understanding

  • Utilizing effective verbal communication skills

  • Practicing reflective and clarifying responses

Session 3: Non-Verbal Communication and Empathy

  • Understanding the impact of non-verbal cues in communication

  • Applying empathetic responses to provide emotional validation

  • Enhancing empathy through body language and facial expressions

Session 4: Ethical Considerations in Counselling

  • Introduction to ethical principles in counselling interactions

  • Maintaining confidentiality and client privacy

  • Navigating ethical challenges and dilemmas

Session 5: Practical Application of Counselling Skills

  • Utilizing counselling techniques to support individuals through concerns

  • Applying active listening, empathy, and communication techniques

  • Role-play exercises for hands-on practice

Session 6: Enhancing Self-awareness and Emotional Intelligence

  • Recognizing the importance of self-awareness in communication

  • Developing emotional intelligence for effective interactions

  • Identifying personal biases and their impact on communication

Session 7: Creating Supportive Environments

  • Fostering a safe and welcoming space for open dialogue

  • Techniques for building rapport and trust with others

  • Encouraging honest and open conversations

Session 8: Applying Counselling Skills

  • Applying acquired skills in a practical counselling scenario

  • Reflective assessment of personal growth and development

  • Individual feedback and guidance for ongoing improvement

Sample Certificate

SCCS

What can you do with this certificate?

This course prepares you to be a certified psychology coach for application in personal life, professional life, and the community.

This is not an academic programme.

Accreditation in the UK:

IAC
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