Counselling Skills and Practice: Introduction (Classroom)

Training Provider: Social Service Institute (SSI)
Course Reference: TGS-2020500644
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Original: S$650
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About This Course

By the end of the course, learners will be able to:
1. Explain the counselling process when working with the client
2. Examine the roles of a counsellor and guiding principles of counselling
3. Address barriers of communication in the counselling process
4. Apply effective listening skills during counselling

What You'll Learn

The Counselling Skills and Practice: Introduction workshop is a highly experiential workshop designed for participants with little or no background in counselling. The workshop aims to provide participants with a fundamental overview of the principles of counselling and its corresponding skills and techniques. Additionally, the workshop features practical hands-on application of communication techniques in overcoming barriers when aiding clients. Upon successful completion of the workshop, participants have the option to enrol and attend the progressive module entitled: “Counselling Skills and Practice: Intermediate”.

Entry Requirements

• Be able to listen and speak English at a proficiency level equivalent to the Employability Skills System Workplace Literacy (WPL) Level 6 and above
• Be able to read and write English at a proficiency level equivalent to the Employability Skills System Workplace Literacy (WPL) Level 6 and above
• Be able to use numeracy skills equivalent to the Employability Skills System Workplace Numeracy (WPN) Level 6 and above

Course Details

Duration 14 hours
Language English
Training Commitment Part Time
Total Enrolled 306 students
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