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Certificate in Counselling Skills

Study Method
Online
Institution
The Career Academy
Recognition
ICOES
Start Date
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Course overview

Learn to help others resolve difficult issues through counselling.

Start your path towards becoming a counsellor today with this industry-accredited online course. Counselling provides a regular time and space for someone to discuss their problems and explore difficult feelings in a confidential and dependable environment. This course gives you the skills and knowledge to facilitate the resolution of issues whilst respecting a person’s values, personal resources, culture and capacity for choice.

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Recognition

<p>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.</p>
The International Council for Online Educational Standards

Study method

  • Online
    Online delivery - online course content with the exception of assessments and work placement
  • Blended
    Blended delivery - both online course content and partial face to face requirements
  • In-class
    In class delivery - predominately face to face course content conducted at a specific location
  • Virtual
    Virtual Delivery - Live and interactive classroom-style learning conducted completely online

Duration study load

  • 80 hours
  • 6 months access
  • Complete 1 module per week

Course features

  • Learn about the counselling process and how to talk to people about their problems
  • Advance your career by improving your communication and people management skills
  • Gain a foundation for working in counselling
  • Learn to listen to a client and advise methods of healing
  • Accredited by ICOES

Assessment

  • Multiple choice
  • Short answer
  • Practical assessments

Testimonials

  • Rachel
    "It is always a pleasure dealing with the helpful staff at Career Academy. I have just signed up for another 2 courses."
  • Monika Fihaki
    "This is an awesome Academy that I'm currently studying in. It's been a while since I've had to do any academic study due to life. Before starting here, I was so anxious that I might get judged or will get no assistance whatsoever. Since my first assignment, I've been calling and chatting with the support group and seriously, they are hands down (the best), very supportive, helpful, and understanding."

Delivery

100% Online and 24/7 Access

  • Get instant access within 1 business day and start when you’re ready
  • Receive unlimited tutor support via phone and email from experienced professionals

Subjects

Core Modules
PSCG158
Learning Specific Skills
PSCG161
Listening and Bonding
PSCG193
Reflection
PSCG190
Questioning
PSCG150
Interview Techniques
PSCG108
Changing Beliefs and Normalising
PSCG135
Finding Solutions
PSCG131
Ending the Counselling
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Payment options

Interest-free payment plans available from $25/week.

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About The Career Academy

The Career Academy is New Zealand's leading provider of online courses. Their education driven team of developers and tutors are located in Parnell, Auckland. They are committed to providing exceptional online courses and personal tutor support. The Career Academy offers a range of specialist courses to improve job performance. Their 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 their students can study with minimal disruption to their daily life. They offer flexible payment plans so anyone wanting to learn has the opportunity no matter their circumstances.