Certificate in Counselling Skills
Psychology
A course by
The Career Academy
Gain an industry accredited qualification in counselling skills. Learn counselling basics, understand yourself and others, and prepare for supportive roles with a 100% online, flexible, tutor-supported course.
Online study
Flexible online learning from anywhere
It will take a total of 6 months
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Develop core counselling skills
Build essential abilities like effective listening, bonding, questioning, and reflection to support others in a counselling context.
Understand counselling theories and practices
Gain an overview of humanistic therapy, psychoanalytic techniques, and modern counselling approaches including treating common psychiatric disorders.
Communicate effectively to support and motivate others
Enhance your skills in communication, motivation, and supporting individuals to manage and normalise their problems.
What You're Signing Up For
The Certificate in Counselling Skills at The Career Academy offers a foundational online programme aimed at those wanting to understand themselves better and help others through counselling. The course covers key psychological theories, practical counselling techniques, humanistic therapy, psychiatric disorders, and core communication skills necessary for entry-level counselling and support roles. Students study at their own pace with unlimited tutor support and access to a range of career resources. Upon successful completion, graduates are awarded an industry-accredited Certificate of Achievement, boosting employability in counselling support and community service roles.
Course Content
- Introduction to counselling and humanistic therapy
- Common psychiatric disorders
- Defence mechanisms and psychoanalytic techniques
- Counselling skills: Listening, Bonding, Reflection
- Questioning and Interview Techniques
- Changing Beliefs and Normalising
- Finding Solutions
- Ending the Counselling Process
- Motivating and supporting clients
- Identifying and using ‘micro-skills’ in counselling
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Mental Health
Community Support
Counselling
Future employment opportunities might be
Counselling Support Worker
Peer Support Facilitator
Intake Screening Assistant
Wellbeing Program Assistant
Community Support Officer
Crisis Helpline Operator
Referral Coordinator
Group Workshop Facilitator
Behavioural Support Aide
Client Liaison for Counselling Services
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The Career Academy is here to transform your future. As an internationally recognised online education provider, they partner with industry to deliver courses that are practical, flexible, and designed to get results. With expert tutors, a 4.8/5 star student rating, and graduates in New Zealand, Australia, Ireland and the UK, The Career Academy has already helped over 25,000 learners each year gain the skills, confidence, and qualifications to take their next step. You could be next.