Counselling training courses
A clear, accredited route from beginner to qualified counsellor
Whether you are new to counselling or ready to take the next professional step, our CPCAB-accredited pathway provides a structured, recognised route toward BACP or NCPS membership.
Our CPCAB Level 4 Diploma now carries additional recognition as a Higher Technical Qualification (HTQ), giving graduates a strong foundation for employment and future practice.
Where to begin
Your starting point depends on your confidence and previous experience.
- Introduction to Counselling Skills — gentle starting point for beginners
- Level 2 — foundational skills training
- Level 3 — deeper theoretical understanding
- Level 4 — professional training that prepares you for supervised client work
- Level 5 and Level 6 — specialist relational training and supervision courses
Our CPCAB courses at a glance
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Introduction to Counselling Skills
A gentle starting point for complete beginners
This short course introduces counselling skills, reflective listening and the basics of therapeutic communication. It is ideal if you are unsure whether counselling training is right for you.
Next step: Level 2
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Certificate in Counselling Skills
Your foundation in counselling skills and self-awareness
Level 2 teaches essential helping skills, how to listen deeply and how to work safely within clear boundaries. It helps you explore counselling as a personal and professional path.
Next step: Level 3
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Certificate in Counselling Studies
Develop your understanding of theory and professional practice
Level 3 builds on your skills and introduces counselling models, ethical principles and deeper reflective practice. It prepares you for professional training.
Next step: Level 4
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Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling
Train as a professional counsellor and begin real client work
Upon completion, you can register with BACP or NCPS and begin working as a counsellor. It is approved as a Higher Technical Qualification (HTQ) and widely respected by employers including NHS wellbeing services.
Next step: Begin practice, or specialise at Level 5
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Diploma in Relationship Counselling
Advanced relationship-therapy training for qualified counsellors
This specialist qualification is for trained counsellors who want to expand into relationship therapy. Learn practical skills for handling conflict, attachment patterns and couples’ dynamics.
Next step: Clinical supervision training, CPD or specialist practice
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Certificate in Counselling Supervision
Prepare for senior practitioner roles and supervisee development
Learn about supervisory models, ethical decision making, how to support therapist development and how to hold safe, reflective supervisory spaces.
Next step: Supervision practice and advanced CPD
VIEW COURSEOngoing development: CPD training
Throughout your career, CPD helps you strengthen your skills and remain confident, ethical and up to date. We offer a range of CPD courses, including:
- Working With Anger
- Wired for Connection
- Online Counselling and Private Practice
- Starting Your Own Private Practice
Continue to learn, support your professional identity and meet the evolving needs of your clients with greater depth and confidence. Our CPD programmes give you on-demand courses you can use immediately to grow beyond qualification.
Which pathway is right for you?
If you are unsure where to start or what your long-term training journey could look like, we are always happy to help.
