SCO Level 2

Certificate in Counselling Skills (online) Level 2

Campus
Online eLearning
Start Date
August 2026
Duration
13 weeks (Flexible)

Are you interested in studying one of our counselling courses? This is your perfect place to start.

This qualification will help you develop knowledge and skills around counselling by looking at counselling theories, and key elements of the main theoretical approaches and will help develop self-understanding and reflect on values and beliefs.

Successfully completing this qualification will help you to provide support and help to others. Many people find it helpful to seek the support of counselling at some point in their lives.

People in any situation could benefit from it and those with the correct understanding, knowledge and skills can provide them with support to improve personal well-being.

Course Content (Units):

Using counselling skills
Introduction to counselling skills theories
Diversity and ethics in the use of counselling skills
Counselling skills and personal development

Our courses are accredited by leading awarding bodies. We ensure you receive the most up-to-date knowledge that can be applied in the real world and help you secure your dream job or promotion.

The Benefits of Studying Online With Lincoln College

Study anywhere, in your own time
Cutting edge e-learning
Gain an accredited qualification
Perfect for upskilling
High level of support from tutors
Advance your career

There are no formal entry requirements but this course is ideal if you want to upskill or to pursue a career in counselling.

This course is funded through the College’s Adult Education Budget. You must be 19 or older on the first day and duration of the course and not live in a devolved area.

Continued on line assessment throughout the course. You will be expected to complete and submit units on a regular basis.

Free
These courses are currently being subsidised by the college and are, therefore, free of charge at present UNLESS you fail to complete them, in this case you will be liable to pay a withdrawal fee to cover the cost of materials. We accept that sometimes there are exceptional circumstances where it simply isn’t possible for you to complete your course. We will work with you to find an appropriate solution to avoid withdrawal wherever possible.