Introduction to Counselling

The Introduction NC Counselling Unit explains basic Counselling concepts in line with the British Association for Counselling and the application of Counselling skills.

During this 12 week course participants will have an opportunity to advance their knowledge of the following:

• What is Counselling and what it isn't!
• The aims of Counselling.
• What is required in the Counselling relationship?
• The process of counselling beginnings, middles and endings.
• The qualities required in being a good enough Counsellor.
• Although the model introduced will be non directive an overview of different models of Counselling will be referred to.
• The importance of self-development and self-awareness for the Counsellor.
• Counselling skills eg. listening, asking questions, reflecting.

The course is divided into 2 main sections:

• Theory
• Practical application of skills

Completion of the course does not equip students with a qualification allowing them to practice counselling but does give them active listening skills which they can use in everyday and work settings.

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