Learn to support others in a place where you feel supported too
At Aloe Counselling Training, learning is personal, relational and practice-led. You will train in small groups with practising counsellors on CPCAB accredited courses that support both personal growth and clear routes into professional work.
We focus on helping you become a confident, ethical and reflective counsellor, at a pace that respects who you are and how you learn.
In short
- Small group learning
- Practising counsellor tutors
- CPCAB accredited pathway
A warm and supportive learning environment
Classes are intentionally small and welcoming. You will be supported to grow at your own pace, by tutors who genuinely care about your development, with space to grow in confidence and self-awareness as well as skill.
Practice-led teaching that reflects real counselling work
Our tutors teach from real client experience as well as theory. You will learn counselling skills, models and ways of thinking that reflect what actually happens in the therapy room, helping you move confidently from learning into practice.
A recognised pathway into professional counselling
Our CPCAB qualifications form an established route toward memberships with BACP and NCPS. The Level 4 Diploma is approved as a Higher Technical Qualification, offering clear progression into paid counselling roles in a range of settings. We are in the process of achieving BACP approval to run the BACP Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling.
Accredited counselling training with a recognised professional pathway
Your training at Aloe is designed to be both meaningful and professionally robust. Our CPCAB qualifications are regulated and widely recognised across the counselling profession.
Completing Levels 2, 3 and 4 with us places you on a recognised route toward:
- Membership with BACP
- Membership with NCPS
- Employment opportunities in NHS, community agencies, schools and other health settings
- Progression into relationship counselling and clinical supervision
The CPCAB Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling is approved as a Higher Technical Qualification, accredited by the NCPS and accredited by BACP opening progression into practice-based paid work with the NHS and other organisations.
OUR ACCREDITATIONSTraining for every stage of your counselling journey
We offer a structured pathway that supports you from your first introduction to counselling through to professional and advanced practice.
Introductory courses
For complete beginners who want to explore counselling. Learn what counselling is, practise basic helping skills and decide whether further training feels right.
INTRODUCTION TO COUNSELLING SKILLSProfessional CPCAB qualifications
For students who want to move toward professional practice. Build skills, self-awareness and readiness for supervised placement and paid work.
CPCAB COURSESAdvanced and specialist training
For qualified counsellors looking to deepen or extend their practice through CPD, relationship counselling or clinical supervision.
CPD AND ADVANCED TRAININGHow learning at Aloe feels in practice
We believe counselling is learned through experience, not through reading alone. Across all levels of training, you will learn through:
- Tutor-guided skills practice in pairs and small groups
- Reflective discussion and personal development work
- Live demonstrations and experiential exercises
- Gentle challenge and supportive feedback
- Clear ethical and professional boundaries
You will be encouraged to think independently, develop your own therapeutic voice and build confidence step by step as you move toward working with clients.
OUR TRAINING APPROACH
What our students say about training with Aloe
It was a great experience. I have learnt so much and can see how much I have grown and changed as a person because of this course.
Caroline, Level 2 student
Our tutor is open and honest, and makes learning interactive and enjoyable but serious where it needs to be. The balance is perfect and I look forward to class each week.
Tim, Level 3 student
I have full confidence in my tutor’s practical experience and knowledge. The environment is supportive, organised and focused on helping us become competent counsellors ready for practice.
Anne, Level 4 student
Ready to begin your counselling journey?
Secure your place on one of our upcoming counselling courses and take the next step toward training that supports both who you are and who you want to become.
