Home > Subjects > Counselling Back to Subject Areas Counselling Counsellors play a vital role in the health and wellbeing of our society today. By encouraging people to talk about their feelings, behaviours and choices a counsellor can influence a positive change in a person’s life as they overcome daily challenges or periods of heightened anxieties and distress. Counsellors have similar attributes, they are dedicated, caring and compassionate, respect the views and beliefs of others and are looking to make a difference. Are you? Kirklees College is an ABC Awards Showcase Centre for counselling courses. We deliver courses at all levels, taught by fully qualified and practicing counsellors. You will develop your understanding of the role of a counsellor and the skills required to practice. As your learning progresses you will interact directly with industry professionals and our Higher Education, Therapeutic Counselling at Level 4 qualification enables you to practice as a professional counsellor. To find out if counselling is for you, try one of our short courses which run throughout the year. View Counselling Courses HE & Higher Skills (1) View courses Adult Learners 19+ (4) View courses Prospectus & Course Guides for 2021/22 College 16-18 Apprenticeships HE & Higher Skills Adult Courses Why work in the Health, Social & Child Care Industry? Employment in Health, Social and Child Care Services roles are down 5.8% since 2018 Wide range of jobs in the Health, Social & Child Care Industry A wide range of employers in the Health, Social & Child Care Industry Advertising Accounts Managers and Creative Directors £17,410 Artists £8,040 Actors, Entertainers and Presenters £8,040 Dancers and Choreographers £8,040 Considering a career in Health, Social & Child Care? If you’re not sure what to study, then why not take some time to find out more information about possible careers? Or, if you already have a career in mind, but you’re not sure what you need to study to pursue that career, we can help you get one step closer to that dream job. View all Careers Occupational Therapists Salary: £23,458 - £39,187 Predicted 3.3% increase in jobs by 2024 Speech and Language Therapists Salary: £19,971 - £37,719 Predicted 4.2% increase in jobs by 2024 Therapy Professionals n.e.c. Salary: £23,989 - £39,008 Predicted 3.6% increase in jobs by 2024 Qualifications & levels explained There is a wide range of qualifications and levels available, but not all of them may be right for you. If you’re not sure what qualification type or level you should be searching for, take a look at our qualifications explained. Qualifications Explained Find the perfect career We can help you find that perfect career even if you’re not sure what it is yet! At Kirklees College, our mission is to make you as successful as you can be, from finding the right career to gaining the right skills. Careers & Employment Case Studies Katie Studied Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling I found my time at Kirklees College enjoyable, supportive and life-changing. The college was easily accessible with good teaching facilities at the new Pioneer Higher Skills Centre. It gave me the opportunity to work with some great people, some of whom are now friends for life, whilst studying a fantastic course. By using this site you are agreeing to our use of cookies to provide you with the best experience and functionality Privacy Policy Continue