The Spark: COSCA Counselling Skills Course

Posted on July 13, 2018

The Spark are delivering a COSCA Counselling Skills training course, starting on Tuesday 4^th September, 9:15am – 4:45pm at their office, 72 Waterloo Street, Glasgow, G2 7DA.

The COSCA Counselling Skills Certificate is 120 hour introductory qualification in the use of counselling skills, awarding 40 SCQF credits at SCQF level 8.

It enables participants to practice and develop effective listening and support skills while gaining an overview of the main approaches to counselling (person-centred, psychodynamic and cognitive behavioural). The course covers the ethics that underpin counselling, as well as a framework for guiding interactions.

To book your place, please complete the application form and return by email: Training @thespark.org.uk

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