CPCAB - Level 3 Certificate in Counselling SKILLS £112.50 PM
A 30 week course to help you gain Qualifications in Counselling Skills.
This course is approved by Counselling and Psychotherapy Central Awarding Body (CPCAB)
Our courses are designed to give learners the underpinning knowledge, skills and competencies to use counselling skills ethically and safely in a variety of contexts and roles. CPCAB training courses are highly recognised across the world.
Level 3 Fees:
Level 3 - Deposit of £299
£112.50 per month for 8 months
Total Fees: £1199
Payment can be paid in full or in a shorter term if preferred.
Course Overview
This qualification is intended for candidates who have already acquired a recognised qualification in counselling skills and want to:
- take the next step in training to become a counsellor
- learn more about counselling theory, ethics and mental health
- be prepared for work as a professional counsellor in an agency setting
This qualification leads to employment and increases employability for those whose role is to support others in sectors such as health and social care work, teaching and learning, advocacy and mediation, support and project work, and other helping roles. It provides additional skills for those already in employment and is likely to lead to increased opportunities for promotion and advancement towards practitioner-level qualifications (TC-L4).
This qualification will enable successful candidates to work as skilled supporters within a range of job and career opportunities.
About CPCAB:
They are the UK's leading counselling awarding organisation, with over 200 training centres and 400 locations throughout the UK and overseas. 16,000 candidates are registered for their technical and vocational qualifications each year. They've been in business since 1993 and are regulated by Ofqual, CCEA and Qualifications Wales.
This Qualification Is For:
- Individuals interested in building foundational skills for a career in counselling or mental health support who have undertaken Level 2.
- People looking to enhance their communication and listening skills to support others in a professional capacity, such as in health, education, or social services.
- Those aiming to progress onto higher-level qualifications, such as Level 4 or Level 5, to eventually qualify as a therapist or counsellor.
Entry Requirements
You must have undertaken counselling skills training, e.g. Level 2 Counselling Skills or equivalent units/qualifications of at least 75 Guided Learning Hours.
Qualification Number
600/5104/8
Guided Learning Hours
90 hours (minimum)
Total Qualification Time
196 hours
Credit value
20
Minimum age
19 years
Venue /Location
ONLINE
Level 3 Dates For Academic Year 2025-2026:
Cohort C (30 Weeks):
Start: Thursday 11th September 2025
End: Thursday 14th May 2026
Timing: 6pm to 9.30pm
tutor Bio
Sana Kamran – Level 3 Counselling Studies Tutor
Sana Kamran | MNCPS (Accred)
Integrative Psychotherapist | Counsellor | Clinical Supervisor | EMDR Certified Practitioner | Trauma-Informed Practitioner | Couples Therapist | Trainer | Writer
Sana Kamran will be tutoring the Level 3 cohort starting September. She is a highly skilled integrative psychotherapist and clinical supervisor with extensive experience supporting individuals and couples through complex emotional challenges. Accredited with the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society (NCPS), Sana combines a compassionate, client-centred approach with evidence-based methods to facilitate healing, growth, and resilience.
She is currently training in EMDR and addiction counselling, further broadening her expertise to better support clients facing trauma and dependency issues. Sana is also trained in grief, loss, bereavement, and obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), equipping her with specialized knowledge to help clients navigate these often overwhelming experiences.
As a couples therapist and trauma-informed practitioner, Sana creates safe, nurturing spaces for healing and transformation. She is deeply committed to empowering her students and supervisees through her role as a trainer and educator at INNATE Counselling & Psychotherapy, where she fosters reflective, ethical, and effective counselling practice.
In addition to her clinical and supervisory work, Sana is a passionate writer who uses her voice to raise awareness about mental health, grief, recovery, and emotional wellbeing. Her integrative and holistic approach reflects a belief in the power of therapy and education to promote lasting change and wellbeing.
