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Duration: 24-26 weeks
Credits : 40
Enrol: Anytime
£650 + VAT (in the UK)
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How you’ll study
This course is studied 100% online. Some courses require blended learning.
Course Duration
Study time depends on the credit size of each qualification. See Key Facts below for this course.
Start dates
Start any day of the week. Onboarding happens within an hour except weekend. Ascentis and Pearson BTEC L3 courses have fixed intakes across the year
Regulated Qualifications
Access to HE Diplomas are regulated by QAA. All other qualifications are regulated by Ofqual.
Comprehensive study material
Learning material includes recorded lectures, presentations, ebooks, handouts, articles, workbooks, MCQ, Case studies and assignment briefs.
Assessment
Pearson BTEC L3 courses are exam based for some units. Most courses are assessment via assignments on which learners can get formative feedback prior to final submission and grading. Not all qualifications offered are graded
Overview
The NCFE CACHE Level 3 Diploma in Counselling Skills is a fully regulated Ofqual qualification designed for learners who want to develop their counselling skills professionally. Whether you work in health and social care, education, mental health, or a voluntary setting, this course gives you a solid grounding in core counselling theory, ethics, and practice. It is also the recognised steppingstone towards Level 4 counselling training and, ultimately, accredited counsellor status.
Modules
Unit 01 Developing Counselling Skills
Unit 02 Theoretical Approaches in the Use of Counselling Skills
Unit 03 Working Ethically with Counselling Skills
Unit 04 Counselling Skills and Diversity
Unit 05 Counselling Skills and Personal Development
Entry Requirements
• Must be 16 or over.
• Level 2 Functional Skills in English and Maths (or equivalent international qualifications) accepted.
• No prior counselling experience required, though a Level 2 Counselling Skills qualification is beneficial.
• Applicants without the required GCSEs can study with UK Versity subject to meeting entry requirements.
Progressions
Completing this qualification opens up a clear progression pathway:
• Level 4 Diploma in Counselling — the route to becoming a qualified, practising counsellor
• Roles in health and social care, mental health support, education, and community work where counselling skills are applied
• Registration with a professional body such as the BACP or NCPS, supporting progression towards accredited counsellor status
Certification
The NCFE CACHE Level 3 Diploma in Counselling Skills is awarded by NCFE CACHE, one of the UK's leading awarding organisations in health, care, and education.
UK Versity Online Limited (Company Number 8465520) is an accredited and approved delivery centre for NCFE qualifications.
Key Facts
Awarding Body NCFE CACHE
Qualification Number 600/0727/8
Level & Credits Level 3 Diploma — 40 Credits
UCAS Points: 24
Duration: 4-6 months (flexible, self-paced)
Methods of Study Online / Distance Learning / Part-time
Assessment: Coursework and practical role-play — no exams
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Why Choose UK Versity?
Student Centered Approach
Ofqual approved courses. Taught in supportive environment allowing fastrack completion. Affordable and Fees.
Comprehensive learning resources including presentations, ebooks, articles, handouts, recorded lectures and case studies
Experienced lecturers
All lectures are minimum 10+ years of teaching experience and are masters and PGCE qualified
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Over 10,000 lectures delivered since 2015
Flexible and Self-Paced learning
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