The COSCA Counselling Skills course is a general introduction to counselling course, aimed at individuals working or volunteering in a helping role or anyone wishing to pursue a career in counselling or psychotherapy.

What will each module focus on?

Modules 1+2 will focus on listening and responding skills and seek to develop the participant’s self awareness. The modules are practice based and provide an introduction to the core conditions which underpin the major counselling approaches.

Modules 3+4 will introduce the main counselling approaches and present ethical issues and dilemmas within counselling.  Learning is still practice based and Module 4 integrates all the learning of skills, knowledge and self-awareness. You must complete modules 1-4 to receive the certificate.

How long will it take?

Each module lasts approx 30 hours of study.

When does the next course run?

To be confirmed.

How much will it cost? (2024-25 Costs)

Costs: £1120 per person for all 4 modules

25% Payment (£70.00) prior to commencing each module and the balance must be paid in full prior to the end of each module. Individuals will not be registered with COSCA until each module is paid in full.

Where will the training take place?

GCA (Glasgow Council on Alcohol)

14 North Claremont Street
Glasgow

G3 7LE

How do I book my place?

Please use the booking form and once dates have been agreed we will get in touch to enrol.

Fill out our course booking form.  

Alternatively, please contact Caitlin Miles on 0141 353 1800 or email coscatraining@glasgowcouncilonalcohol.org with any enquiries.

*Please note early enrolment is advisable as these courses are extremely popular and bookings are made on a ‘first come first served’ basis*

We now offer COSCA Counselling Skills Condensed Course (Weekend study option)

Find out more about our Online Condensed Course