Online Counselling Course

Online 19-26 days Fully Funded

This Level 3 Counselling course introduces you to key counselling skills, theoretical approaches, ethics, and diversity awareness. Delivered online, it prepares you for further training or entry-level support roles.

Level 3 Diploma in Counselling
- Delivered by expert Tutors
  - 100% online and fully funded – no cost to you

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Is this Online Counselling Course right for me?

If you’re seeking to begin a career in counselling or support work, this Level 3 Diploma in Counselling could be a great choice. You’ll learn key counselling theories, ethical practices, diversity awareness, and interpersonal skills — helping you to support individuals effectively. The course is delivered fully online by experienced tutors, giving you flexibility and expert guidance.

After completion, you’ll earn an industry‑recognised Level 3 qualification, equipping you with the confidence and foundation for roles in support, social care or further counselling training. It’s also fully funded, at no cost to you, providing you meet the following eligibility criteria.

Aged 19+
UK / EU resident for 3+ years
Unemployed
Have access to a PC / Laptop
Good standard of Maths & English

Counselling skills you’ll gain

Achieve your industry-recognised Level 3 Diploma in Counselling and build the core skills needed to begin your journey into the counselling profession. Throughout the course, you’ll develop essential abilities in active listening, empathy, ethical practice, counselling theory, working with diversity, and reflective personal development.

Upon completing the programme, you’ll be equipped with the confidence and foundational knowledge to progress into support-based roles or continue your training toward becoming a qualified counsellor. This recognised qualification strengthens your professional profile and opens pathways into counselling, mental health support and further specialist study.

Knowledge gained

Core counselling skills like active listening and empathy
Understanding of counselling theories and their use in practice
Ethical and professional practices for safe client support
Awareness of diversity and inclusion
Techniques for building trust and rapport
Reflective practice and personal development
Understanding boundaries and confidentiality
Insight into supporting individuals with varied needs

Transferable skills

Active listening and effective communication
Empathy and emotional intelligence
Problem-solving in interpersonal situations
Critical thinking for assessing client needs
Professionalism and ethical decision-making
Reflective practice to evaluate and improve your approach
Adaptability when supporting diverse individuals
Collaboration and teamwork in care or support settings