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An Introduction to Counselling

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Free Taster Course

Is Counselling Training Right for Me?

A genuine two-hour introduction to counselling training, adult learning, and yourself. Free, self-paced, and open to everyone.

Completely free
Around two hours
No commitment required
Certificate of completion

About this course

Committing to two years of study is a significant decision. Before you take that step, you deserve to know what the learning actually feels like, whether the subject genuinely interests you, and whether now is the right time in your life to do it.

This free course is not a watered-down version of the diploma. It is an honest, practical introduction designed to help you make a more informed decision. By the end of it you will have a clearer sense of who you are as a learner, what counselling training actually involves, and whether UK Therapy Guild is the right place for you.

What you will cover

Topic 1

Getting Started

Topic 2

Going Back to the Classroom

Topic 3

How Do You Learn?

Topic 4

A Taste of the Diploma

Topic 5

Your Reasons for Being Here

Topic 6

Completing the Course

This course is for you if

  • You are considering counselling training but want to get a feel for it before committing
  • You have not studied for a while and want to know what going back to the classroom is actually like
  • You are drawn to psychology, personal development, or working with people in a meaningful way
  • You want to understand how you learn before investing in two years of study
  • You want to see real content from the Level 5 Diploma before you decide

How it works

Each topic contains a mix of written lessons, videos, short quizzes, and reflective activities. You will also complete two online assessments to discover your learning style and personality colour profile. Work through it at your own pace. There is no deadline and no pressure.

Your free gift

Complete this course before enrolling on the Level 5 Diploma and your certificate of completion entitles you to one free clinical supervision session, worth £50. Terms apply.

A note on the activities

Some activities invite you to reflect honestly on yourself and your reasons for being here. That is intentional. Self-awareness is not a warm-up for counselling training. It is the work itself.

What Will You Learn?

  • Discover how you learn best using the Insights colour model
  • Find out what going back to the classroom as an adult actually feels like
  • Get a genuine taste of what counselling training involves
  • Honestly assess whether now is the right time to start
  • Walk away having learned something real and completed something you can be proud of

Course Content

Introduction
In this introductory unit you will get a clear picture of what this course covers, the key psychological concepts you will encounter, and what you can expect to take away. Before diving into the content, we want to make sure you feel oriented, informed, and ready to explore.

Going Back to the Classroom

How Do You Learn? Discover Your Colour
Discover how you naturally take in and process information using the Insights colour model, and what that means for how you study.

Behind the Classroom Door
Contains Sample our course, The Power of Silence, The Johari Window, Self Concept Explained. Suggested rename: A Taste of the Diploma. Summary: Three short extracts taken directly from the Level 5 Diploma. Get a feel for the kind of content, skills, and ideas you will be exploring in the classroom.

The Story Behind the Decision
Contains Nichola's Story, Your Story, Sharing Your Story. Suggested rename: Your Reasons for Being Here. Summary: Understand the story behind UK Therapy Guild, reflect on what brought you to this point, and share a little of your own journey with the community.

The Next Chapter
Contains What You Have Covered (and presumably the quiz and final lessons). Suggested rename: Completing the Course. Summary: A look back at everything you have worked through, a short feedback quiz, and everything you need to take the next step.

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Nichola Doyle
Nichola Doyle
3 months ago
Absolutely brilliant, so well put together. I feel like I've started to learn about counselling already and really enjoyed the self reflection work.