Certificate in Counselling Skills
Psychology
A course by
The Career Academy
Gain the foundation skills to understand and support yourself and others with counselling skills. This 100% online, industry-accredited certificate provides an introduction to psychological concepts and practical techniques for those exploring a future in counselling.
NZ$804
inc GST
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Core skills this course teaches
Develop foundational counselling skills
Gain practical skills in listening, communication, reflection, and rapport-building for effective counselling interactions.
Understand core psychological concepts
Explore therapies and psychological concepts, including humanistic approaches, psychoanalytic techniques, and common psychiatric disorders.
About This Course
The Certificate in Counselling Skills is a fully online, industry-accredited course developed for beginners wanting to understand themselves and support others. You will explore humanistic therapy, psychiatric disorders, and various counselling approaches such as defence mechanisms, psychoanalytic techniques, and solution-focused interventions. The course covers mental health, youth psychology, family dynamics, crisis intervention and emotional resilience, providing both personal growth and a stepping stone toward further study. It is not NZQA accredited or a pathway to professional registration, but supports personal development, career exploration, and general professional upskilling.
Course Content
- Concepts of humanistic therapy
- Investigation of common psychiatric disorders
- Critical counselling skills: listening, bonding, reflecting
- Questioning and interview techniques
- Changing beliefs and normalising
- Finding solutions and ending counselling
- Defence mechanisms and psychoanalytic techniques
- Mental health awareness
- Youth psychology
- Family dynamics
- Abnormal psychology
- Crisis intervention
- Child and adolescent development
- Stress management, emotional resilience, effective communication
Build towards these roles
Counselling Support WorkerWellbeing FacilitatorPeer Support WorkerCommunity Support WorkerIntake CoordinatorYouth MentorCrisis Helpline OfficerRehabilitation Support WorkerCase Management AssistantFamily Support WorkerMental Health Support Worker
The Career Academy is here to transform your future. As an internationally recognised online education provider, they partner with industry to deliver courses that are practical, flexible, and designed to get results. With expert tutors, a 4.8/5 star student rating, and graduates in New Zealand, Australia, Ireland and the UK, The Career Academy has already helped over 25,000 learners each year gain the skills, confidence, and qualifications to take their next step. You could be next.
