Inclusive Learning towards Empowering Skills
At Next Step Counselling Academy, we make the path to becoming a counsellor clear and supportive.
Your route to becoming qualified starts with certificates in Counselling Skills; Levels 2 and 3.
From there, you can progress to a Level 4 Diploma, which includes real-life practice through supervised placements and personal therapy. Once qualified, you’ll be ready to join the BACP professional register and take your next steps, whether that’s working in private practice, specialising in a particular area, or supporting people in organisations such as the NHS. Wherever your journey leads, we’re here to support you every step of the way.
Our Courses
Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills (CSK-Level 2)
The first step into the world of counselling giving you a nationally recognised Level 2 Certificate. Learners can use this level to strengthen their helping work within their current profession or personal life.
Progression - After completing Level 2, you can move on to the Level 3 Certificate in Counselling Studies, where you’ll explore counselling theory in more depth and continue your journey towards becoming a qualified counsellor.
Level 3 Certificate in Counselling Studies (CST-Level 3)
The Level 3 Certificate in Counselling Studies builds on the skills you developed at Level 2 and introduces you to key counselling theories and approaches.
Progression - After completing Level 3, you will be ready to progress to the Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling.
Where you begin developing the skills to work directly with clients.
Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling – BACP Approved Practitioner Qualification (TC-Level 4)
Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling is where your journey to becoming a qualified counsellor truly takes shape.
On successful completion, you’ll be recognised as a qualified counsellor and can apply to join the BACP Register!
Progression - From there, you can build a career in counselling, explore specialist areas, work in private practice, or join organisations such as the NHS, charities, or schools.
Turn your passion for helping people into a future in counselling
You will find everything you need to enrol below!
If you have any questions regarding any of the course please email us on admin@nsca.uk
