Try counselling - virtual (01RN08CL/23)
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Course details
Do you want to know more about the skills you need for counselling? Maybe you are thinking of a new career or you want to explore how gaining valuable counselling skills can help in your everyday life or work? On this free virtual course, you will have an introduction to counselling before deciding whether you want to continue to learn more.
What do I need to join the course?
Enthusiasm to learn more! You do not need to have any previous experience or knowledge of counselling to join this course.
As the course is being delivered virtually through Microsoft Teams you will need to ensure that you are able to connect to the internet, have a web browser (e.g. Google chrome, Microsoft Edge) and are able to follow the links to take part in the virtual activities. This will include having some basic computer skills, including being able to use a keyboard and mouse.
What do I need to provide for the first session?
This course is delivered via virtual learning on Microsoft Teams. You will not need to attend any classroom delivery but you will need to commit to attending the virtual sessions at the specified dates and times. In order to participate in the virtual sessions you will need access to the following:
- Computer/Laptop/Tablet
- Headset/earphones if required, including a microphone (unless you are able to work in an area where you will not be disturbed/disturb others
- A reliable internet connection
- An email address to access the virtual classroom
- A means of using video conferencing e.g. integrated webcam, webcam, tablet with camera
- Teams app downloaded (free download is available)
- You may find it useful to have a notebook and pen to make notes and you may be asked to submit work back to your tutor, therefore the ability to produce a text or word document that you can upload or email to your tutor will be beneficial.
If you are unsure about how to join a virtual learning session please contact us as soon as possible, but at the latest 2 working days prior to your course starting. We will then arrange for one of our Personal Advisors to contact you and talk you through how to access the sessions.
You may also want to attend our Preparing for virtual learning short session, this will help you to get started and feel confident in participating with any future virtual learning courses. For more details on this please search on the course booking system or telephone us on 01482 887670 or email learn@eastriding.gov.uk.
How will I learn?
You will be taught and supported online by a specialist tutor and will take part in a range of activities including paired, group and individual work.
What will I learn?
By the end of the course you will understand what counselling is all about and identify skills that may be beneficial in your work setting and personal life. You will also have the opportunity to find out what other courses are available, should you decide that you want to continue to learn more.
What could I do next?
Once you’ve attended this course you’ll be in a position to decide whether you wish to continue to learn more about counselling. If so then you may wish to progress to one of our other counselling courses and your tutor will give you more information about this in the session.
If you want to try a different subject then we offer a range of opportunities in computer skills, English, maths, employability, creative skills, retail, photography, supporting teaching and learning in schools etc.
Can we help you to learn?
You can find more information on the Financial help and additional support page or you can contact us to talk about this and any other support we can provide.