Description
NCFE Cache Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills
Course Price: £239
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- Personalised 1-to-1 Tutor Support and Quarterly Live Webinars
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- Fully Self-Paced — Finish Fast in Weeks or Take Up to 12 Months
- Unlimited Assessment Submissions with Expert Guidance
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L2 CCS Qualification Overview
Our Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills is a qualification that has been regulated by the Ofqual, and designed to provide the learners with the basic knowledge and awareness of counselling skills and their application both at personal and professional levels. The course enables the learner to acquire knowledge and awareness of the primary concepts of counselling, communication practices and the principles that guide successful helping relationships.
In addition, this Level 2 counselling skills course can be recommended to learners who need to acquire practical listening and communication skills to assist others in such areas as health and social care, education, volunteering or community services. This particular counselling skills level 2 course deals with the development of the necessary interpersonal skills, knowledge of various counselling strategies, and the significance of personal growth, ethics and diversity in applying counselling skills.
Entry Profile for L2 CCS Course
The Level 2 Counselling course online suits individuals seeking to acquire knowledge and understanding of counselling skills to apply it in various real life situations. Our qualification is appropriate to learners who are interested in helping other people either in a working position or personally and would like to invest in their communication and interaction skills. Interestingly, this counselling level 2 course is also appropriate for learners who have either joined the sector freshly or are already working in various fields like health and social care, education, voluntary or community work and wish to improve their listening, responding, and building of supportive relationships skills. The good thing about this course is that no formal prior learning/work experience is required to take up this qualification.
Assessment Method
Assessment for this qualification is completed through written assignments. A practical demonstration for observation of counselling skills is also part of the portfolio evidence. However, there are no formal examinations for our certificate in counselling skills level 2 course.
More Details About Level 2 Counselling Course
| Unit 1: : Using counselling skills | Unit 2: Introduction to counselling skills theories |
| Unit 3: Diversity and ethics in the use of counselling skills | Unit 4: Counselling skills and personal development |
On successful completion of this Level 2 Counselling course, learners may choose to advance to other qualifications that may assist them in advancing their knowledge and skills in counselling. This counselling certificate level 2 gives a good background to individuals who may want to advance in the field of counselling and enhance their employability prospects. Learners can also proceed towards our following course:
Level 3 Diploma in Counselling Skills
Our level 2 certificate in counselling skills online is delivered through our VLE via self-paced, structured modules, allowing learners to progress independently and move through each stage at their own pace.
Payment Plans
Payment Plan Includes
- Accredited Qualification - Ofqual recognised
- 12 months access – start whenever you're ready
- Prompt feedback within 3–5 working days
- 24/7 LMS access with expert support guidance
- Clear and Transparent Pricing
One Time Purchase
Make a single payment, and you’re all set to begin your learning journey.
£239
Instalment Plan
Spread the cost of £274.85 with convenient monthly payments over 6 months.
£45.80Per Month
Growth Bundles
Reviews and Testimonials
Harry Max
Accessing the course was effortless, and whenever I needed support, reaching out was a straightforward process. The overall journey, from the initial application to the commencement of my course and contacting my tutor, was remarkably smooth.
Esabelle James
Excelon Learning, as a training provider, exceeded my expectations in every aspect. Obtaining my qualification was a seamless process, and the communication and feedback I received were consistently timely, helpful, friendly, and supportive. Overall, my experience was extremely positive, and I would wholeheartedly recommend them without hesitation.
Trevor
Accessing the course was effortless, and whenever I needed support, reaching out was a straightforward process. The overall journey, from the initial application to the commencement of my course and contacting my tutor, was remarkably smooth.
Harold Gunther
Template of lesson plan and sample assignment provided proved extremely beneficial in navigating through the course. Their inclusion greatly facilitated my understanding and successful completion of the coursework.
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Frequently Asked Questions
This Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills course is suitable for people who may be interested in the development of their counselling skills to either work or personal application. These can be learners who want to advance to a higher level of qualification or learners who want to study this programme to complement other programmes (eg health and social care, children care, learning and development, voluntary and community work).
Access to the learning materials and tutor support remains available for a period of 12 months from the date of enrolment.Â
Yes, our study model provides all the courses on Excelon learning online via our convenient VLE, which has experienced expert guided learning support. In that way, you can complete the level 2 counselling course online.
No, you are not required to have previous teaching experience for enrolment into this course.Â
This online level 2 counselling course provides the knowledge required and practical skills of counselling to assist others and, in addition, allows further study or employment in areas where communication and interpersonal skills are fundamental, such as health and social care, education, voluntary work and community services.
Learners must be aged 16 or over in order to enrol on this counselling skills certificate qualification, and there are no formal academic entry requirements for admission.Â
No, there are no set deadlines. Learners are also allowed to study the course at their own pace provided they remain within the time of access.
In case you have any additional queries, please don’t hesitate to contact us directly and talk to one of our admissions advisor. Alternatively, we have a quick enquiry form which you could complete and one of our admissions advisor will respond to you in less than 24 hours.





Thomas Baker –
After completing this course, I feel like I’ve genuinely improved how I communicate with people. The parts on active listening and empathy stood out the most for me, and I’ve already noticed a difference in how I handle conversations at work. This was a good course, and the support staff was very cooperative in handling any query I had.
Hannah Collins –
Level 2 Counselling Skills Course was easy to follow and well organised. Breaking it into small sections made it simple to keep up and understand each topic properly.
Jack Adams –
I enjoyed this Counselling skills course, and it really changed how I listen to people, especially in my volunteer work. The parts on active listening and not jumping to conclusions were honestly eye-opening. I would definitely recommend this course with Excelon Learning, as the tutor and administrative staff are also very helpful.
Charlotte Evans –
Really useful course, especially for my role in HR. The sections on boundaries and confidentiality actually made things click for me, as it’s something we deal with quite often at work. It felt practical rather than just theoretical. It also gave me clearer confidence in handling sensitive situations professionally and making better judgment calls in real scenarios.
William Scott –
I was a bit unsure before starting, but it turned out to be easier to get into than I thought. It helped me deal with customers better, especially in difficult situations. Didn’t feel too heavy or overwhelming at any point, everything was explained in a clear, simple way that made it easy to follow, and the content stayed practical and useful rather than getting lost in unnecessary complexity.