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  • Accreditation by NCFE CACHE
  • 100% online learning
  • 5 units
  • 120 guided learning hours

Counselling Skills (RQF) Level 2 plus Substance Misuse Awareness

This NCFE qualification can help you if you want to gain employment, improve your career prospects, or continue to study for further qualifications.

Stonebridge distance learning courses are flexible and easily accessible. This course in substance misuse awareness and counselling is no different. It will provide accurate and up-to-date knowledge of substance misuse as well as counselling skills theories.

What will you study on this Substance Misuse Awareness and Counselling course?

You’ll be expected to develop an awareness of substance misuse. The online NCFE qualification will provide you with the following to learn:

  • Know what substances are commonly misused and why
  • Recognise possible signs of substance misuse
  • Be aware of the social and personal effects of substance misuse
  • Be aware of perceptions of and responses to substance misuse

This is a dual online learning course, which means it also covers another topic – counselling skills.

You’ll learn all about core counselling skills and how to establish helping relationships. Counselling theories and their significance, are also explored on the online course. Diversity and ethics in the use of counselling skills is covered. Finally, the counselling skills and personal development unit will give you the opportunity to reflect on your own personal and future development. This can help you to see how personal qualities are relevant to helping roles.

Who can enrol on our Substance Misuse Awareness course?

This Stonebridge home study course has been designed for a wide range of learners. No prior learning knowledge or experience is required to take this course.  It’s openly available to anyone wishing to learn more at home. You’ll be able to learn and gain a qualification in your own time and at your own pace.

What qualification will you get?

You’ll be awarded the NCFE Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills (RQF) Qualification (600/0728/X) qualification after you’ve successfully finished on the distance learning course. It’s a nationally recognised qualification.

One of the benefits of the course qualification and other RQF courses that we offer is that learners can transfer credit from one qualification to another. Learners who’ve already achieved one or more of the units (in these RQF qualifications) can transfer the credit already achieved.

For the Substance Misuse Awareness element of your course you will receive a Stonebridge Associated Colleges Certificate.

What courses can you progress onto on completion of the Substance Misuse Awareness and Counselling (RQF)

We hope that you’ll want to continue your distance learning studies with us. After successfully completing this qualification you could progress onto the Diploma in Counselling Skills QCF Level 3. This has been designed to provide you with an in-depth knowledge and competence of counselling skills.

 

Qualification: NCFE Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills (RQF)

On successful completion of our NCFE Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills (RQF) Qualification you will receive a qualification listed on the RQF at level 2 (Qualification Reference Number: 600/0728/X).

For the Substance Misuse element of this course you will receive a Stonebridge Associated Colleges Certificate.

Professional Membership

On completion of this course you will be eligible to join the following Professional Associations(s):

Stonebridge is a NCFE CACHE registered Centre

NCFE CACHE is the UK's longest established awarding body, recognised as a highly professional and responsive organisation, committed to maintaining excellent customer service and a friendly approach.
 
NCFE CACHE is one of the UK’s fastest growing national awarding bodies, designing and awarding qualifications that are nationally recognised to meet the needs of learners and employers.

Accreditation by NCFE CACHE is a guarantee of quality. It means that the college has been inspected and approved by an independent and experienced education professional and is quality audited biannually by NCFE CACHE. The centre delivering the programmes has been licensed by NCFE CACHE on the basis of its own quality systems. At the end of an accredited course, successful learners will also receive an NCFE CACHE Award certificate of achievement.

NCFE CACHE provide a wide range of qualifications accredited by Ofqual at different levels and in a variety of subject areas. NCFE CACHE also offer NVQs, Key Skills, Basic Skills and Entry Level qualifications.
 
Accreditation by NCFE CACHE is a guarantee of quality. It means that the college has been inspected and approved by an independent and experienced education professional and is quality audited biannually by NCFE CACHE . The centre delivering the programmes has been licensed by NCFE CACHE on the basis of its own quality systems. At the end of an accredited course, successful learners will also receive an NCFE CACHE Award certificate of achievement.
 
Our NCFE CACHE accredited courses are accredited to various levels (from level 1 – level 5). These courses lead to a nationally recognised NCFE CACHE certificate for successful learners. That means that the course is independently accredited at a level of learning equivalent to that level on the National Qualifications Framework (NQF) for England, Wales and Northern Ireland.
 
Last year over a quarter of a million learners from almost 1000 training organisations chose NCFE CACHE as the awarding body to help them move their careers forward.

If you would like to visit NCFE CACHE ’s website, please click here.

There are no specific recommended prior learning requirements for this qualification, however, learners may find it helpful if they’ve already achieved a Level 1 qualification.

Minimum age restriction

Learners must be age 16+ to enrol.

Average completion timeframe

You have 24 months to complete your course.

Assessement requirements

There is no practical placement involved in this course, however, learners will need to work with willing 'clients' in order to provide the correct audio/visual evidence, where necessary, throughout the units. You will need to complete case studies and various role play assessments.

Placement or Practical required

This course consists of online theory and roleplay activities.

Certification Timeframe

Learners typically receive their certification within 12 weeks, though this can be longer if an EQA sample is required.

All course fees, inclusive of all payment plans including our Premium Credit Limited option, must be settled before certification can be ordered.

*You will have access to the course for 24 months.

UNIT 1: USING COUNSELLING SKILLS (K/502/6966)

The learning outcomes for this unit are:

  • Know what core counselling skills are
  • Know how to establish a helping relationship
  • Be able to use core counselling skills in a helping relationship
  • Know how to conclude a helping interaction

UNIT 2: INTRODUCTION TO COUNSELLING SKILLS THEORIES (K/502/6630)

The learning outcomes for this unit are:

  • Know elements of counselling theories
  • Know the significance of counselling theory

UNIT 3: DIVERSITY AND ETHICS IN THE USE OF COUNSELLING SKILLS (M/502/6631)

The learning outcomes for this unit are:               

  • Know how an ethical framework relates to the use of counselling skills
  • Know what discrimination means
  • Understand about anti-discriminatory practice

UNIT 4: COUNSELLING SKILLS AND PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT (T/502/6632)

The learning outcomes for this unit are:

  • Know how to develop self understanding
  • Know personal qualities relevant to the helping roles
  • Know how to meet own support needs
  • Know how self reflection contributes to personal development

UNIT 5: DEVELOP AN AWARENESS OF SUBSTANCE MISUSE (Y/601/2359)

The learning outcomes for this unit are:

  • Know what substances are commonly misused and why
  • Recognise possible signs of substance misuse
  • Be aware of the social and personal effects of substance misuse
  • Be aware of perceptions of and responses to substance misuse

What's Included

  • All study materials
  • Study Guide
  • Full Tutor and Admin support
  • The course fee includes the awarding body registration and certification fee (valued at up to £130.00).
OUR PASS RATE
Healthcare
85.5%
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Counselling Skills (RQF) Level 2 plus Substance Misuse Awareness

This NCFE qualification can help you if you want to gain employment, improve your career prospects, or continue to study for further qualifications.

Stonebridge distance learning courses are flexible and easily accessible. This course in substance misuse awareness and counselling is no different. It will provide accurate and up-to-date knowledge of substance misuse as well as counselling skills theories.

What will you study on this Substance Misuse Awareness and Counselling course?

You’ll be expected to develop an awareness of substance misuse. The online NCFE qualification will provide you with the following to learn:

  • Know what substances are commonly misused and why
  • Recognise possible signs of substance misuse
  • Be aware of the social and personal effects of substance misuse
  • Be aware of perceptions of and responses to substance misuse

This is a dual online learning course, which means it also covers another topic – counselling skills.

You’ll learn all about core counselling skills and how to establish helping relationships. Counselling theories and their significance, are also explored on the online course. Diversity and ethics in the use of counselling skills is covered. Finally, the counselling skills and personal development unit will give you the opportunity to reflect on your own personal and future development. This can help you to see how personal qualities are relevant to helping roles.

Who can enrol on our Substance Misuse Awareness course?

This Stonebridge home study course has been designed for a wide range of learners. No prior learning knowledge or experience is required to take this course.  It’s openly available to anyone wishing to learn more at home. You’ll be able to learn and gain a qualification in your own time and at your own pace.

What qualification will you get?

You’ll be awarded the NCFE Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills (RQF) Qualification (600/0728/X) qualification after you’ve successfully finished on the distance learning course. It’s a nationally recognised qualification.

One of the benefits of the course qualification and other RQF courses that we offer is that learners can transfer credit from one qualification to another. Learners who’ve already achieved one or more of the units (in these RQF qualifications) can transfer the credit already achieved.

For the Substance Misuse Awareness element of your course you will receive a Stonebridge Associated Colleges Certificate.

What courses can you progress onto on completion of the Substance Misuse Awareness and Counselling (RQF)

We hope that you’ll want to continue your distance learning studies with us. After successfully completing this qualification you could progress onto the Diploma in Counselling Skills QCF Level 3. This has been designed to provide you with an in-depth knowledge and competence of counselling skills.

 

Healthcare
OUR PASS RATE
(National Average 61.8%)
85.5%

Qualification: NCFE Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills (RQF)

On successful completion of our NCFE Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills (RQF) Qualification you will receive a qualification listed on the RQF at level 2 (Qualification Reference Number: 600/0728/X).

For the Substance Misuse element of this course you will receive a Stonebridge Associated Colleges Certificate.

Professional Membership

On completion of this course you will be eligible to join the following Professional Associations(s):

Stonebridge is a NCFE CACHE registered Centre

NCFE CACHE is the UK's longest established awarding body, recognised as a highly professional and responsive organisation, committed to maintaining excellent customer service and a friendly approach.
 
NCFE CACHE is one of the UK’s fastest growing national awarding bodies, designing and awarding qualifications that are nationally recognised to meet the needs of learners and employers.

Accreditation by NCFE CACHE is a guarantee of quality. It means that the college has been inspected and approved by an independent and experienced education professional and is quality audited biannually by NCFE CACHE. The centre delivering the programmes has been licensed by NCFE CACHE on the basis of its own quality systems. At the end of an accredited course, successful learners will also receive an NCFE CACHE Award certificate of achievement.

NCFE CACHE provide a wide range of qualifications accredited by Ofqual at different levels and in a variety of subject areas. NCFE CACHE also offer NVQs, Key Skills, Basic Skills and Entry Level qualifications.
 
Accreditation by NCFE CACHE is a guarantee of quality. It means that the college has been inspected and approved by an independent and experienced education professional and is quality audited biannually by NCFE CACHE . The centre delivering the programmes has been licensed by NCFE CACHE on the basis of its own quality systems. At the end of an accredited course, successful learners will also receive an NCFE CACHE Award certificate of achievement.
 
Our NCFE CACHE accredited courses are accredited to various levels (from level 1 – level 5). These courses lead to a nationally recognised NCFE CACHE certificate for successful learners. That means that the course is independently accredited at a level of learning equivalent to that level on the National Qualifications Framework (NQF) for England, Wales and Northern Ireland.
 
Last year over a quarter of a million learners from almost 1000 training organisations chose NCFE CACHE as the awarding body to help them move their careers forward.

If you would like to visit NCFE CACHE ’s website, please click here.

UNIT 1: USING COUNSELLING SKILLS (K/502/6966)

The learning outcomes for this unit are:

  • Know what core counselling skills are
  • Know how to establish a helping relationship
  • Be able to use core counselling skills in a helping relationship
  • Know how to conclude a helping interaction

UNIT 2: INTRODUCTION TO COUNSELLING SKILLS THEORIES (K/502/6630)

The learning outcomes for this unit are:

  • Know elements of counselling theories
  • Know the significance of counselling theory

UNIT 3: DIVERSITY AND ETHICS IN THE USE OF COUNSELLING SKILLS (M/502/6631)

The learning outcomes for this unit are:               

  • Know how an ethical framework relates to the use of counselling skills
  • Know what discrimination means
  • Understand about anti-discriminatory practice

UNIT 4: COUNSELLING SKILLS AND PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT (T/502/6632)

The learning outcomes for this unit are:

  • Know how to develop self understanding
  • Know personal qualities relevant to the helping roles
  • Know how to meet own support needs
  • Know how self reflection contributes to personal development

UNIT 5: DEVELOP AN AWARENESS OF SUBSTANCE MISUSE (Y/601/2359)

The learning outcomes for this unit are:

  • Know what substances are commonly misused and why
  • Recognise possible signs of substance misuse
  • Be aware of the social and personal effects of substance misuse
  • Be aware of perceptions of and responses to substance misuse

What's Included

  • All study materials
  • Study Guide
  • Full Tutor and Admin support
  • The course fee includes the awarding body registration and certification fee (valued at up to £130.00).
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