08 Months
NCFE
Overview
NCFE Cache Level 3 Diploma in Counselling Skills qualification is designed for learners interested in using counselling skills. This is a as part of their functional role in a wide range of sector areas. This course is also for ones looking to progress towards accredited counsellor status with one of the counselling professional accrediting bodies. Study NCFE Cache Level 3 Diploma in Counselling online at LCPS College.
Qualification Aims To:
- Provide learners with more in-depth knowledge of the use of counselling skills.
- It helps in everyday life and work.
The objectives of this qualification are to help learners to:
- Develop counselling skills
- Understand the different approaches involved in the use of counselling skills
- Appreciate the importance of self-development.
Level 3 Diploma in Counselling course is approved by the ACCPH (Accredited Counsellors, Coaches, Psychotherapists and Hypnotherapists). At the end of this course students will be able to join and become a member of the ACCPH. The ACCPH is an independent self-regulated professional body for counsellors, psychotherapists and hypnotherapists
Delivery Methods
To cater to different learning styles and preferences, the London College of Professional Studies (LCPS) offers a range of flexible delivery methods, allowing learners to study in a way that suits their needs and schedules.
Learners will be able to:
- Access all course materials – including online modules, study guides, and written assignments.
- Receive expert tutor support throughout the course.
- Use the LCPS Online Learning Portal – available 24/7, providing a user-friendly platform for all study resources.
- Obtain detailed assignment briefings to guide assessment preparation.
- Access high-quality study notes designed to support learning and understanding.
- Receive assignment feedback and marks to monitor progress and improvement.
- Earn a fully accredited UK qualification upon successful completion.
- Get dedicated customer support via chat, telephone, or email (Monday to Friday).
- Enjoy full academic and administrative support from enrolment to course completion.
Course Delivery
- Online
Duration
- 08 months.
Accreditation
This Diploma in the Level 3 Diploma in Counselling Skills is accredited by Ofqual Awarding body NCFE/ Cache Ofqual regulated awarding body.
Entry Requirements
- These qualifications are designed for learners who are typically aged 16 and above.
- There are no formal entry requirements for this qualification
Module Structure
To be awarded the Level 3 Diploma in Counselling Skills, learners are required to successfully complete 5 mandatory units for a combined total of 40 credits.| Unit title | Unit type | Level | Credit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Developing counselling skills | Knowledge/ Skills | 3 | 12 |
| Theoretical approaches in the use of counselling skills | Knowledge/ Skills | 3 | 10 |
| Working ethically with counselling skills | Knowledge | 3 | 6 |
| Counselling skills and diversity | Knowledge | 3 | 6 |
| Counselling skills and personal development | Knowledge/ Skills | 3 | 6 |
Which type of job roles can you apply for on completion?
The objectives of this qualification are to help learners to:- progress to similar qualifications at a higher level
- progress to a role in which counselling skills are used.
Progression
Successfully completing NCFE Cache Level 3 Diploma in Counselling qualification will support your progression to further study at the next level of vocational learning. The following qualifications are available:- Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling.
- Level 4 NVQ Diploma in Advice and Guidance.
- Foundation Degrees in Counselling.
- support worker (supported living)
- healthcare support service worker
- clinical healthcare support worker
- mental health support worker
- information, advice and guidance worker · health education/health promotion worker.
Assessment
- Assessment is via assignment submission only
- No Exams
- There are no practical observations required to complete this course


