Counselling courses

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Individuals of any age can benefit from counselling courses and it’s important to note that counselling, when experiencing grief, abuse, anger and problems building and maintaining relationships can have a positive impact.

This makes it absolutely critical that the counselling sector ensures it is well staffed with empathetic, conscientious and skilled professionals who will diligently work to help individuals manage their emotional welfare.

If this sounds like you, training to counsel individuals, couples or groups could be the start of an incredibly inspiring career. A skilled counsellor can become a truly vital support for vulnerable people, enabling them to work through trauma and past issues, making this profession as rewarding as it is valued.

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Studying your counselling courses online with Oxbridge will get you qualified faster and on average our learner’s grades are 20% higher than the grades achieved by those who study on campus. As with all distance learning courses, distance learning counselling courses enable students to study wherever and whenever they choose, meaning they can become a counsellor while fitting their studies around other commitments such as work or childcare.

There are many different disciplines within counselling, including Counselling for Children, Substance Misuse and Neuro-Linguistic Programming. There are many counselling courses online available for various disciplines that can equip you with the skills and expertise to help people who are struggling with incredibly difficult situations. If you want to attain your counselling diploma online then we can help you.

One in ten children experience mental illness, and, according to the same report from Mind, the recent pandemic lockdown has led to 68% of young people experiencing lowered mental health.

Counselling can be extremely useful for children and young people, particularly those who don’t have access to a support network at home or feel they cannot talk to their parents about problems they may be facing.

According to the NHS, one in four adults experience mental illness; and the pandemic has worsened things. The mental health charity, Mind, released insight in Feb 2022 stating that “A million UK adults who had problems with their mental health for the first time during the pandemic have not spoken to anyone about it”

A career in counselling adults can see you touching upon topics surrounding the workplace, infertility, past trauma or even addiction. Older adults with very little family or friends can also benefit from counselling to help them better cope with feelings of loneliness or even worthlessness which is unfortunately common amongst older generations.

To become a counsellor, you must obtain the appropriate training and qualifications. We provide a level 3 counselling course which is the ideal launch pad towards your future career in this field. Check out our counselling career guide here.

Like becoming a counsellor, you need the proper training and qualifications to become a therapist. Qualifications in psychology are often an ideal gateway toward a career as a therapist.

If you want to become a psychotherapist, a qualification within the mental health sector is desired. Check out the mental health courses we provide here. 

You can do a diploma, degree or post graduate course to become a counsellor. You would have to study a subject such as psychology or sociology.

There are several British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy (BACP) courses available to study. Check out the courses we offer and take a step towards your future in counselling.

Fees will vary on each counselling course. At Oxbridge, we’re proud to offer flexible payment plans which are tailored to suit your needs.

To become a counsellor you must have the required qualifications. You do not need a degree, but an equivalent is mandatory. 

There is no law that states you cannot refer to yourself as a counsellor. ‘Counsellor’ and or ‘therapist’ are not protected terms in the UK.

There are several types of counselling. Some of the most popular Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy and Somatic Therapy. 

Yes. You can gain qualifications online and be recognised by potential employers.

A diploma, degree or postgraduate course in psychotherapy will give you the best chance at becoming a counsellor. 

Counselling can be a stressful job, as it largely consists of listening to people’s mental obstacles. However, it can be extremely rewarding knowing you have helped them overcome their issues.

There are a few accredited counselling courses available for you to choose from. Browse Oxbridge’s accredited courses to see if any are for you.

It all begins with wanting to make a difference. Then, you must gain the appropriate qualifications. 

Yes. There are several counselling courses available online for you to gain the appropriate qualifications. We offer upwards of ten counselling courses, check out which one could be for you.

To train to become a counsellor, you need to gain the required qualifications. You must possess qualifications in mental health courses. 

You can complete a course in counselling in one year. However, some courses will take two years to finish.

You can develop a multitude of skills when on a counselling course. You will learn how to accurately analyse an individual’s way of thinking and link it to their behaviours. You will also learn much about yourself, which is a huge plus. 

Yes. You can study from the comfort of your own home as you pursue a career in counselling.

Absolutely. You will learn fundamental skills that are crucial for becoming a counsellor.