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Your Future in
Counselling Skills
Starts Here

What Makes Us Different:

  • Empathy-Driven Learning
    Our courses focus on developing your communication and interpersonal skills, helping you support others with care and understanding.
  • Comprehensive Curriculum
    Study key topics like counselling theory, mental health awareness, and practical client work at Level 2 and 3.
  • Expert Tutor Support
    Learn from experienced tutors who offer personalised guidance and encouragement every step of the way.
  • Flexible Study Options
    Choose part-time or evening classes to fit your studies around work, family, or other commitments.
  • Supportive Learning Environment
    Access dedicated counselling classrooms, quiet study areas, and wellbeing resources to help you thrive.

Real Experience, Real Results

Interested in helping others and making a real difference? At Doncaster College, our counselling courses are designed for adults aged 19+ who want to start or grow a career in this rewarding field. You’ll learn about mental health, communication, and counselling theory, while building practical skills through hands-on experience with clients.
Our expert tutors are here to support you every step of the way, helping you build confidence and develop your empathy. With flexible options like part-time and evening classes, you can fit learning around your life. Whether you’re starting fresh or upskilling in your current role, this is your chance to take the first step into a meaningful career.

Your Future Career Awaits

Counselling Skills is a growing sector with excellent job security and career progression opportunities.

Psychotherapists and Cognitive Behaviour Therapists

intermediate

Psychotherapists and cognitive behaviour therapists use a variety of therapies in one-on-one or group settings to help people with mental health issues, stress, emotional and relationship problems.

£39,892 - £59,838
Annual Salary
5.2%
Growth Rate over next 5 years

Therapy Professionals

intermediate

Job holders in this unit group plan and apply physical and therapeutic treatments and activities to assist recovery from physical and mental illness and to minimise the effects of disabilities.

£33,129 - £49,694
Annual Salary
5.2%
Growth Rate over next 5 years

Youth and Community Workers

intermediate

Youth and community workers provide support to individuals or groups of individuals through a range of activities or services that aim to encourage participation in social and community life and […]

£27,801 - £41,702
Annual Salary
0.07%
Growth Rate over next 5 years

Registered Mental Health Nurses

intermediate

Registered mental health nurses support and care for people with a range of mental health conditions, in hospital and community settings, and help them towards recovery and management of their […]

£38,829 - £58,244
Annual Salary
0.2%
Growth Rate over next 5 years

Our Courses

3 courses found

Level 2

2 Courses
Level 2

Level 2 Award in Introduction to Counselling Skills (Classroom Based)

DFC01232
Adult Learner
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Level 2

Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills (Classroom Based)

DFC01233
Adult Learner
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Level 3

1 Course
Level 3

Level 3 Certificate in Counselling (Classroom Based)

DFC01234
Adult Learner
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