CPCAB Level 3 Certificate in Counselling Skills – Dorset
At The Luminary Compass, we offer the nationally recognised CPCAB Level 3 Certificate in Counselling Skills at our welcoming training centre in Poundbury, Dorchester. This is a face-to-face, portfolio-based qualification designed for people who want to deepen their counselling skills, improve their ability to support others, and take the next step toward a career in counselling or related professions.
Why Choose Our Level 3 Course?
Face-to-Face Learning
Experience in-person training with experienced tutors who bring warmth, clarity, and professional expertise. No online exams, no distance learning—just real connection in a supportive classroom.
Nationally Recognised Qualification
CPCAB is the UK’s leading counselling awarding body. Completing Level 3 with us opens the door to further training, including Level 4 Diploma courses.
Practical, Portfolio-Based Assessment
Build a reflective portfolio that demonstrates your skills and understanding. No written exams—just steady, practical development with tutor support.
Skills That Go Beyond Counselling
The tools you’ll learn—active listening, empathy, boundaries, and relational awareness—are valuable not only for counselling, but also for work in education, health, social care, HR, leadership, and family life.
Supportive, Person-Centred Approach
We create a safe and inclusive environment where learners grow in confidence, self-awareness, and professional readiness.
Who Is This Course For?
This course is open to anyone with a genuine interest in counselling skills and personal development. Many learners join us after completing Level 2 Counselling Skills, but this is not the only route. We also welcome those with relevant professional or life experience—for example, people working in education, health, care, pastoral or support roles, or those who have developed strong listening and relational skills through lived experience.
Course Structure
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Location: The Luminary Compass, 14 Crown Gate, Poundbury, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 3EJ
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Delivery: Weekly in-person sessions, with interactive practice, group work, and tutor support
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Duration: Typically runs across the academic year (e.g. September–June)
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Assessment: Portfolio of evidence, practical skills, and reflective work
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Accreditation: CPCAB Level 3 Certificate in Counselling Skills
What to expect:
Week one – Getting to know the course and each other
Week two – Counselling in different settings, skills practice
Week three – Client needs and expectations, skills practice
Week four – Ethics and safety + Workshop, tutorials
Week Five – Portfolio building, ethics continued
Week six- Assessment and assessment tools, skills practice + workshop
Week seven- Diversity and protected characteristics, skills practice
Week eight- core conditions + workshop
Week nine- who are you ?Self awareness Theory recap and case presentations
Week ten- Supervision and expectations + workshop
Week eleven- Theory continued, humanistic and psychodynamics, skills practice.
Week twelve – CBT, skills practice -putting theory into practice + workshop
Week thirteen – introduction to research, mindfulness and mental health, skills practice
Week fourteen – Group dynamics and feedback
Week fifteen – Our journey, portfolio sign off.
Investment
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Course Fee: £500 (plus £99 for the CPCAB registration fee) (payment plans available)
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Small group sizes ensure personalised support and strong tutor contact.
How to Apply
Applications are open now for the next cohort.
To secure your place:
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Complete the online application form
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Attend a short interview with one of our tutors
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Confirm your place with a deposit
