Counselling
Join a counselling course this September.
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Why learn counselling with us:
Improved communication: Studying counselling gives you the chance to develop essential listening and communication skills which will help you to support individuals in everyday life and work.
Gain specific skills: On a counselling course you will gain a deeper understanding of of human behaviour, emotions and relationships which will equip you with the knowledge and techniques to navigate complex issues.
Make a meaningful difference: Through the development of your counselling skills and knowledge you will be able to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others by providing support and guidance.
It helped my confidence, my well-being, it was great to meet new people and improved my counselling knowledge.
Find a counselling course that suits your needs
Our courses are designed to develop your skills and knowledge so that you’re able to succeed gaining employment in counselling or advancing in your current role. Before you start your course our team of tutors will carefully access your current skills to ensure you join a course at the right level for you.
The Level 1 Award in Counselling Skills has been designed to give you an introduction to counselling skills so that you can prepare for further learning or training in this sector.
View more information about Level 1 Award in Counselling Skills >
The purpose of this course is to develop your knowledge and understanding of counselling, to introduce you to the skills required for counselling and to prepare for further learning or training in this area.
On the Level 3 Diploma in Counselling Skills you will learn about how to use counselling skills as part of your functional role, or is particularly ideal for those who are looking to progress towards accredited counsellor status with one of the counselling professional accrediting bodies.
View more information about Level 3 Diploma in Counselling >
This course will give you practitioner status to conduct yourself as a counselling practitioner. Throughout you will develop your therapeutic counselling skills and be able to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of counselling in a therapeutic setting.
View more information about Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling >
Career and progression pathways
Studying a course in this area can help lead to lots of job and progression opportunities including the following:
- Higher-level counselling courses in certain specialisms
- Higher education
- Counsellor
- Pastoral mentor
- Careers advisor
- Counselling Coordinator
- Residential Support Worker
- Counseller in an agency setting
Find a course local to you
MAES has eight education centres spread across Manchester. With majority of our learners living within 10 minutes of our centres, we’re confident we’ll be able to cater to your education needs where you are.
Finance your education
If you claim benefits or have a low income, we may be able to provide financial support to help you complete your course. This support can cover transport, childcare or technology. You can also choose to take out an advanced learner loan to help cover any fees associated with your course.
