Overview

Mental health problems can seriously damage the development of children and young people. That’s why the people working with young children must have an in-depth understanding of how to provide mental health support. So, if you are planning to pursue a career in the relevant sectors learn the essentials of child counselling from the Children and Adolescents Counselling course.

In the Children and Adolescents Counselling course you will get to introduce yourself to the essentials of child development. Here, you will learn about the factors that influence the development process. In this step-by-step learning process, you will receive valuable information on the different areas of development such as cognitive development, personality development etc. The course will also teach you the techniques for counselling on various mental health issues. You will also know how to portray empathy to those suffering from mental health problems.

At the end of the course, you will receive a CPD certificate. This certificate will prove your expertise and help you secure a good job. So, join now and boost your career!

Learning Outcomes 

• Familiarise yourself with the factors that influence child development 
• Enrich your knowledge of cognitive, social and emotional development in children
• Get an in-depth understanding of the theories and models of counselling 
• Develop the ability counselling stress, trauma, anxiety and other mental health issues
• Understand how to deal with self-harm and suicidal thoughts 
• Learn how to show empathy while counselling

Who is this Course for?

Anyone can enrol in the Children and Adolescents Counselling course to enrich their knowledge of this area. The course will be highly beneficial for those who are looking forward to starting a career in the relevant industries. It will also help the current professionals enhance their knowledge and improve their skills.

Requirements

• Individuals from any background can take the course 
• A good understanding of the English language, numeracy and ICT
• Any smart device such as a laptop, pc, or smartphone with an internet connection

CPD Certificate from Course Gate 

After completing the final assignment, you will receive a CPD-accredited certificate. The PDF copy of the certificate will cost you £9. You can order the hard copy for £15, or you can get both the hard copy and PDF certificate for £22.

Career path

This course will provide the learners with an in-depth understanding of the subject. After completing the course, the learners will develop the skills and knowledge to explore career opportunities in the following fields 

• Mental Health Counsellor 
• Teacher 
• Social Worker 
• School Guidance Counsellor