Introduction to Counselling (in-person)
Mon 20 Feb 2023 6:00 PM - Mon 22 May 2023 9:00 PM GMT
The Orchand, White Hart Ln, Basingstoke, RG21 4AF
Introduction to Counselling (in-person)
Mon 20 Feb 2023 6:00 PM - Mon 22 May 2023 9:00 PM GMT
The Orchand, White Hart Ln, Basingstoke, RG21 4AF
Description
THIS COURSE IS DELIVERED FACE-TO-FACE IN BASINGSTOKE.
What does the Introduction to Counselling course cover?
This course has multiple aspects to it, including:
- to provide an understanding of what counselling is and its origins
- to provide a safe environment for self-exploration and reflection
- to develop listening and communication skills
- to establish some basic counselling skills
- to demonstrate how counselling skills can be usefully applied to personal and professional relationships.
Is this course for me?
People’s motivations for undertaking this course vary, such as:
- thinking about a career in counselling and psychotherapy but wanting to know more before committing to a full training
- wanting to gain greater self-awareness and understanding of themselves
- looking to develop their helping skills in a professional or voluntary role
- interested in knowing more about the origins and types of counselling
- wanting to develop skills for self-reflection
- hoping to gain more understanding of their professional and personal relationships
- wishing to take the first step recommended by the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) in a progressive training journey as a counsellor
- wishing to support those close to them
Entry criteria
No formal qualifications are required.
Applicants must be aged 18+ to apply for this course.
Introduction to Counselling course structure
This is a 10-week course comprising one three-hour session per week.
All sessions are held in-person in Basingstoke on a Monday evening from 6.00-9.00pm.
Course Dates
20th February – 15th May 2023 (inclusive)
Easter break: 3rd & 10th April 2023 – no sessions
Bank Holidays: 1st & 8th May 2023 -no sessions
Cancellation Policy
In the unlikely event that unforeseen circumstances arise and BCS must cancel this course a full refund will be given. In the event of cancellation by the participant, BCS reserves the right to charge a cancellation fee as detailed in the table below. All requests for cancellations must be received in writing, with changes becoming effective on the date written confirmation is received.
Calendar days’ notice before the start date of the course | Refund applicable |
90 calendar days or more before you are due to start the Course | A full refund (less admin fee £25) |
Between 60 and 89 calendar days (inclusive) | 50% refund (less admin fee £25) |
Between 30 and 59 calendar days (inclusive) | 25% refund (less admin fee £25) |
Within 29 calendar days of the Course commencing | No refund given |
Location
The Orchand, White Hart Ln, Basingstoke, RG21 4AF