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School Counsellor Training

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Course Description

The School Counsellor Training Diploma is a comprehensive course designed to equip you with the essential skills and knowledge to become an effective school counsellor. If you’re passionate about supporting children and adolescents through their emotional, social, and academic challenges, this course is perfect for you. Whether you’re a current educator, aspiring counsellor, or someone looking to transition into school counselling, this course will help you understand the critical issues students face and how to provide effective counselling solutions.

Throughout the course, you will learn key counselling theories, models, and strategies for addressing a wide range of mental health issues commonly encountered in school settings. The modules cover everything from stress and anxiety disorders to trauma, substance abuse, and eating disorders. You’ll also explore the role of a school counsellor in addressing issues of self-harm and suicide, as well as learn life coaching and career counselling techniques.

Our expert instructors will guide you through case studies, practical examples, and real-world counselling scenarios, ensuring you are well-prepared to work with students in need of guidance and support. By the end of the course, you’ll be equipped with the tools to foster positive change in the lives of young people, while also navigating the ethical, legal, and cultural aspects of school counselling.

Learning Outcomes

Understand key counselling theories and how they apply in school settings.
Recognise and address common childhood and adolescent psychiatric disorders.
Provide effective counselling for stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, and substance abuse.
Develop strategies to support children and adolescents dealing with eating disorders, self-harm, and suicidal thoughts.
Cultivate strong communication skills and empathy, essential for creating a trusting and supportive counselling relationship.
Understand the legal, cultural, and ethical aspects of counselling in educational settings.
Apply life coaching techniques to guide students in their personal and academic development.

Why should you choose this course

This diploma is ideal for those who want to make a positive impact on the lives of students by helping them overcome emotional and psychological challenges. It’s perfect for existing educators, school counsellors, or anyone looking to specialise in supporting children and adolescents through counselling. Completing this course will significantly boost your career prospects and equip you with the practical skills to thrive in the school counselling environment.

Entry requirements

This School Counsellor Training Diploma course is available to learners of all academic backgrounds, but you must be 16 or above to undertake the qualification.

Apart from that, all you need is an internet connection, a good understanding of English and a passion for learning.

Method of Assessment

To assess your understanding, you will complete assignments and quizzes throughout the course. At the end of each module, you’ll be asked to demonstrate your knowledge of key concepts. To pass the assessments, you need to achieve a minimum score of 60%. After passing the exams, you will be eligible for certification.

Accredited Certification

After successfully completing the School Counsellor Training Diploma course, you will be able to get the and internationally accepted certificate to share your achievement with potential employers or include it in your CV.