CPCAB Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills (CSK-L2)

When:  Week commencing 21st September 2026

Course Days:

September 2026 timetable: Mondays 10.00 - 13.00 - Mondays 18.00 - 21.00 - Wednesdays 18.00 - 21.00

Guided learning hours: 90 hours over 30 weeks

Fees £1315

Fees are inclusive of CPCAB candidate registration and Payment Plans are available upon request

Please note a £350 non refundable deposit is required to secure your place.

Course details and entry requirements · Funding · Application form

The timetable above is for the September 2026 intake. Check current availability with the Academy before applying.

Location, travel and access information

Student feedback

“This course is a perfect blend of practical and written work. Wonderful start to my journey into Counselling thanks to Banbury Academy. The Staff and support throughout my course have been excellent”

Level 2 Student28 November 2021

"My experience of being in Level 2 Counselling Skills has been amazing, Tutor and peers have been so supportive. I would fully recommend this course to anyone"

Level 2 student30 November 2021

Course overview

What is the aim of this course?
This is a robust and ethical course, led by experienced counselling tutors who support students to develop active listening skills and learn about significant life events and relationship patterns. We have an unusually high student/tutor ratio with groups of generally no more than 12.

The course covers some basic concepts of counselling theory, develops practical skills, teaches the skill of mindful listening, and challenges students to question their pre-conceived ideas and assumptions. By the end of the course students will understand themselves better and be able to support others to do the same.  This course will give you a foundation of knowledge, skills and competencies to use listening skills ethically and safely in a variety of contexts and roles.
Who is the course for?
  • Those starting the first level of training as a professional counsellor.
  • Those who want to learn counselling skills for professional or helping roles.
  • Those who want to improve their professional and personal relationships as part of personal development.

Level 2 is intended for candidates who want to help others either in a voluntary or an employed situation. This level won’t teach you to be a counsellor but is the first step on the 4 year training to be a professional therapist. It is particularly well suited to those who work with people in roles such as nursing, staff development, social work, teaching, voluntary work and human resources and those wishing to embark on a career as a counsellor or psychotherapist.
What are the entry requirements?
No previous training or experience required. Minimum age 21. 
What is the progression?
On successful completion you may progress to the Level 3 Certificate in Counselling Studies.
What are the term dates?
The academic year is structured in 3 terms with Christmas, Easter and Half Term breaks.
How much will it cost?
£1315 (includes course, registration and accreditation fees). Bursaries are subject to availability. Contact the Academy to ask about current funding options. For more information on sources of funding see - Funding sources

Fees are inclusive of CPCAB candidate registration.

Please indicate in your application form if you require a payment plan
How do I apply?
Please fill out the application form at the bottom of the page, once completed a member of our team will be in touch

Payment Plans available on request – following offer a non-refundable deposit of £350 is required to secure your place.

Funding Sources

Application Form

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Financial Support

For those experiencing financial constraints, the Banbury Counselling Academy is committed to inclusivity and so we offer flexible payment plan options to those who need them. We also offer several bursaries for those wishing to access our courses (subject to availability). We hope this flexibility will help us increase the numbers of those under-represented in the counselling and psychotherapy professions. Click here to find out more.