Description
NCFE Cache Level 3 Diploma in Counselling Skills
Course Price: £475
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NCFE is an Awarding Organisation regulated by Ofqual, ensuring that all qualifications adhere to rigorous standards.
L3 DCS Qualification Overview
The Level 3 Diploma in Counselling Skills is an Ofqual regulated qualification, which aims to give learners a deep insight into skills in counselling and their application in daily life and working environments. The course allows the learners to acquire practical skills in communication, listening and helping, and to study the theoretical frameworks underpinning the practice of counselling.
Furthermore, this NCFE CACHE Level 3 Diploma in Counselling Skills course concentrates on such core areas as building effective helping relationships, knowledge of various counselling theories, professional ethics and diversity awareness in counselling situations. Students will also learn about personal development and reflective practice and will enable them to become more self-aware and be better able to help others in a professional and understanding way.
Entry Profile for L3 DCS Course
Our Diploma in Counselling Skills Level 3 is an appropriate course for people who desire to grow their knowledge on counselling skills and use them either in their personal or professional life. Its also beneficial for individuals who work or intend to work in areas like education, health, social care or support services where effective communication and helping skills are valued. No designated prior learning is necessary, but the learner might find it useful to have formerly obtained a Level 2 qualification. The course suits those who want to gain confidence, self-awareness, and support others in a competent manner.
Assessment Method
Assessment for this qualification is completed through written assignments, practical demonstration with observation form and portfolio evidence. There are no formal examinations.
More Details About L3 DCS Course
| Unit 1:Â Developing Counselling Skills | Unit 2: Theoretical Approaches in the Use of Counselling Skills |
| Unit 3: Working Ethically with Counselling Skills | Unit 4: Counselling Skills and Diversity |
| Unit 5: Counselling Skills and Personal Development |
After successfully completing the Level 3 Diploma in Counselling Skills, learners may progress to higher-level counselling qualifications with an appropriate provider to further develop their professional knowledge and practice. They may also choose to broaden their expertise in mental health, wellbeing, and specialist support through the following related courses offered at Excelon Learning:
The course 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.
£475
Instalment Plan
Spread the cost of £546.25 with convenient monthly payments over 6 months.
£91.04Per Month
Growth Bundles
Reviews and Testimonials
Harry Max
I found the whole process really straightforward. Enrolling was easy, the course was simple to access, and whenever I needed help, the support team responded quickly. Getting started and communicating with my tutor was hassle-free, which made the overall experience really positive.
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
The qualification is perfect to individuals who want to improve their functional role by using counselling skills. Students will be able to understand a variety of counselling skills and get the possibility to analyze some of the possible schools of thought/theoretical models related to them.
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 in Excelon learning online via our convenient VLE, which has experienced led guided learning support. In that way, you can complete the DCS course online.
No, you are not required to have previous teaching experience for enrolment of this course.Â
This qualification does not make you qualified to practice as a counsellor. Nonetheless, it assists your career advancement into a working environment through training realistic counselling and communication skills that are appreciated in diverse fields. It can assist you to find jobs like support worker (supported living), healthcare support service worker, clinical healthcare support worker, mental health support worker, information, advice and guidance worker and health education or health promotion worker. It further offers a good avenue to further education, which will assist in enhancing your career prospects in the long-term.
Learners must be aged 16 or over in order to enrol on this qualification, and there are no formal academic entry requirements for admission.Â
No. There are no set deadlines. Students 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, you may fill in our quick enquiry form and one of our admissions advisor will get back to you within 24 hours.





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