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Level 2 Online Counselling Course

Level 2 Online Counselling Course

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Last updated: January 21, 2026

Language: English

Flexible Schedule

A quiet conversation can change a life—and demand for structured emotional support keeps rising across the UK. With NHS Digital reporting a 26% increase in referrals for talking therapies, this level 2 counselling course online introduces the true counselling meaning while opening doors to modern counselling services. Designed as a counselling course accredited pathway, it blends mental health awareness with ethical foundations through a flexible counselling online course format.

As counselling jobs grow faster than average employment, this programme connects theory with real-world application. Learners explore counselling psychology, crisis response, and communication through focused counselling training, supporting roles such as bereavement counselling, relationship counselling, couple counselling, counselling for marriage, counselling relationship, counselling for grief, and grief counselling, while also understanding counselling direct delivery models across varied online counselling courses.

Learning Outcomes of Level 2 Online Counselling Course

Explain mental health conditions using recognised counselling frameworks.
Apply ethical, cultural, and legal principles within supportive settings.
Identify suitable interventions for crisis and low-intensity CBT scenarios.
Demonstrate effective communication aligned with core counselling skills.
Evaluate treatment approaches involving therapy and medication.

Why choose this Online Counselling Course?

Unlimited access to the course for a lifetime.
Opportunity to earn a certificate accredited by the CPD Quality Standards.
Structured lesson planning in line with industry standards.
Immerse yourself in innovative and captivating course materials and activities.
Assessments are designed to evaluate advanced cognitive abilities and skill proficiency.
Flexibility to complete the Level 2 Online Counselling Course at your own pace.
Receive full tutor support throughout the week, from Monday to Friday.

Who Is This Level 2 Online Counselling Course For?

Individuals seeking entry-level knowledge within emotional support fields.
Learners exploring counselling training before advanced study.
Volunteers assisting community wellbeing initiatives.
Career changers interested in people-focused professions.
Those aiming to support personal or family mental health understanding.

Prerequisites of Level 2 Online Counselling Course

This Level 2 Online Counselling Course does not require you to have any prior qualifications or experience. You can just enrol and start learning.This Level 2 Online Counselling Course was made by professionals and it is compatible with all PC’s, Mac’s, tablets and smartphones. You will be able to access the course from anywhere at any time as long as you have a good enough internet connection.

Certification

After studying the course materials, there will be a written assignment test which you can take at the end of the course. After successfully passing the test you will be able to claim the pdf certificate for £6.99 Original Hard Copy certificates need to be ordered at an additional cost of £9.99.

Career Path

Mental Health Support Worker – £22,000–£26,000
Wellbeing Advisor – £23,000–£28,000
Assistant Psychologist – £24,000–£30,000
Counselling Assistant – £21,000–£25,000
Community Outreach Worker – £22,500–£27,500
Support Services Coordinator – £25,000–£32,000

Course Curriculum

Counselling Basics
	Introduction to Mental Health	00:17:00
	Childhood And Adolescent Psychiatric Disorders	00:24:00
	Stress and Anxiety Disorders	00:32:00
	Schizophrenia	00:25:00
	Personality Disorders	00:40:00
	Mood Disorders	00:18:00
	Eating and Sleeping Disorders	00:43:00
	Self-Harm and Suicide	00:17:00
	Medication and Therapy in the Treatment of Mental Illness	00:30:00
	Social Attitudes To Mental Illness	00:11:00
	Mental Health Legislation and Services	00:26:00
	Mental Health In The Workplace	00:20:00
Counselling Skills
	Counselling and Counsellors	00:15:00
	Theories and Models of Counselling (Part 1)	00:17:00
	Theories and Models of Counselling (Part 2)	00:21:00
	Legal, Cultural and Ethical Issues in Professional Counselling	00:19:00
	Forms of Psychotherapy	00:23:00
	Engaging and Assessing the Patients	00:18:00
	Helping the Client in Crisis	00:13:00
	Crisis Intervention	00:13:00
	Low Intensity CBT Treatment	00:15:00
	Medication and Therapy in the Treatment of Mental Illness	00:23:00
	Communication Skills and Empathy in Counselling	00:20:00
Assignment
	Assignment – Level 2 Online Counselling Course	00:00:00