Choosing where to complete your counselling training is an important decision. At South West School of Counselling, we aim to create a supportive, welcoming learning environment where learners can develop their skills, confidence and self-awareness throughout their training journey.

Our approach combines professional counselling education with opportunities for personal development, reflection and practical skills development.

Supportive Counselling Training That Helps You Grow

We believe effective counselling training is about more than gaining a qualification. It is about developing the knowledge, self-awareness and practical skills needed to work safely and effectively with others.

Our courses provide opportunities to learn, practise counselling skills, explore counselling theory and reflect on your own personal and professional development.

• Experienced Tutors: Learn with experienced counselling professionals who bring practical knowledge and real-world experience into your training.
• Supportive Learning Environment: Our approach encourages participation, reflection and connection within a welcoming learning community.
• CPCAB Training Pathway: Begin with the CPCAB Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills, progress to Level 3 Counselling Studies and work towards professional counsellor training at Level 4.
• Online & Face-to-Face Learning: Choose from live online courses and selected face-to-face counselling training in Dorset.
• Flexible Payment Options: Payment plans are available on our counselling courses to help make training more manageable.

Take the Next Step in Your Counselling Training

Whether you are beginning your counselling journey, developing skills for an existing helping role or progressing towards becoming a professional counsellor, South West School of Counselling can support you in taking your next step.

Explore our upcoming counselling courses and find the training option that is right for you.