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Counselling Skills Training Course Overview
This Counselling Skills Training course provides a comprehensive foundation in the key concepts, theories, and practices that are vital to effective counselling. Learners will explore various counselling techniques, including communication skills, empathy, and crisis intervention.
The course covers the essential theoretical frameworks behind counselling practices, legal and ethical considerations, and the role of therapists in different therapeutic environments. By the end of the course, learners will have gained a thorough understanding of how to engage with clients, assess their needs, and support them through crises, making this course an essential resource for anyone interested in pursuing a career in the counselling and mental health fields.
Course Description
The Counselling Skills Training course delves into the core aspects of professional counselling, focusing on communication, empathy, and the different therapeutic models. It covers essential theories and models, such as CBT and psychotherapy techniques, and their application in real-world settings. Learners will study how to manage legal, ethical, and cultural issues, and how to assess and engage clients effectively. Topics also include crisis management, low-intensity treatments, and the integration of medication in therapeutic settings.
This course equips learners with valuable skills and a strong understanding of the professional expectations and practices of counsellors, preparing them for a range of roles in the mental health and therapy industries.
Counselling Skills Training Curriculum
Module 01: Counselling and Counsellors
Module 02: Theories and Models of Counselling (Part 1)
Module 03: Theories and Models of Counselling (Part 2)
Module 04: Legal, Cultural and Ethical Issues in Professional Counselling
Module 05: Forms of Psychotherapy
Module 06: Engaging and Assessing the Patients
Module 07: Helping the Client in Crisis
Module 08: Crisis Intervention
Module 09: Low Intensity CBT Treatment
Module 10: Medication and Therapy in the Treatment of Mental Illness
Module 11: Communication Skills and Empathy in Counselling
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Who is this course for?
Individuals seeking to become professional counsellors.
Professionals aiming to enhance their therapeutic skills.
Beginners with an interest in mental health and counselling.
Anyone seeking to understand counselling theories and practices for career development.
Career Path
Counsellor
Psychotherapist
Mental Health Support Worker
CBT Practitioner
Crisis Intervention Specialist
Clinical Psychologist
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