Children and Adolescents Counselling Course

Supporting the emotional wellbeing of children and adolescents is an increasingly valued skill across UK education, health, and social care, with services relying on staff who understand psychological development and can respond to young people with sensitivity and professionalism.

The Children and Adolescents Counselling Course builds the practical knowledge needed to support young people’s emotional wellbeing confidently. Suitable for those new to counselling support and for existing practitioners strengthening their workplace capability, this CPD course develops understanding applicable across schools, youth services, and community settings. Relevant roles include youth support worker, pastoral care assistant, counselling assistant, and mental health support worker, with salaries typically ranging from £18,000 to £30,000 per year. The certificate reflects CPD learning and does not confer registration as a qualified counsellor or therapist.

The curriculum covers therapeutic communication with young clients, psychological growth and development, evaluating therapeutic outcomes, and ethical practice in youth counselling. Two free bonus courses are also included: Child Psychology and Challenging Behaviour.

Enrol today and build the professional confidence and counselling knowledge to take your next step in supporting young people.

Key Highlights

• Focused on practical counselling skills for children and adolescents
• CPD-accredited for recognised professional development
• Fully online and self-paced study for flexible learning
• Covers key psychological and therapeutic concepts
• Enhances decision-making and ethical practice
• Designed for UK learner needs and sector standards
• Includes assessment with instant feedback
• Supported by experienced UK-based tutors

Exclusive Bonus Learning Materials (For Free) – Limited Time Offer!

Your learning comes with more than just one course. Enrol today and unlock CPD-accredited gift courses at no extra cost, giving you even more opportunities to build your knowledge, strengthen practical skills and get greater value from your learning journey.

• Course 01: Child Psychology
• Course 02: Challenging Behaviour

All bonus courses are 100% free with your enrolment.

What You’ll Learn

• Develop confident decision-making in child and adolescent counselling
• Apply therapeutic language effectively with young clients
• Strengthen understanding of psychological growth and development
• Understand common psychological issues affecting youth
• Enhance skills in evaluating therapeutic outcomes
• Improve professional responsibility in client interactions
• Build leadership capability in counselling settings
• Apply ethical principles in youth counselling practice

WHY STUDY WITH Learnera

Learn Era is a trusted CPD-accredited training provider dedicated to helping professionals build confidence, leadership, and compliance in the UK job sector. Our expert-led online courses are designed to fit around your lifestyle, giving you the flexibility to study anywhere, anytime.

CPD-accredited and employer-recognised qualifications trusted across the UK

• Expert tutors with essential real-world experience
• 100% online learning with UK-based learner support
• Affordable, transparent pricing with no hidden fees
• Trusted by thousands of UK learners and global professionals

ACCREDITATION AND RECOGNITION

This Children and Adolescents Counselling Course is fully CPD-accredited, ensuring your qualification meets trusted professional standards for relevant fields. It is widely recognised by UK employers as a benchmark for continuing professional development and compliance training. Earn a CPD Accredited certificate to showcase your knowledge and skills

• 100% online, self-paced study with 12 months’ access
• Includes online multiple-choice exam and optional reflective portfolio
• Order a CPD-accredited digital certificate (optional printed version available for GBP 24.99)
• Recognised by UK employers and globally trusted certification

ASSESSMENT AND CERTIFICATION

Your progress in this Children and Adolescents Counselling Course is measured through an online multiple-choice assessment with a 60% pass mark and instant results. Learners can retake the exam for free, ensuring full understanding before completion.

Upon passing, you can order a PDF version of the CPD Accredited certificate, verifying your learning achievement and continued professional development aligned with industry knowledge standards. You can also order a hardcopy certificate for GBP 24.99 to boost your credibility and showcase your achievement.

This qualification includes no hidden fees and is recognised by UK employers as evidence of structured learning and professional growth.

WHO IS THIS COURSE FOR?

• Aspiring counsellors working with children and adolescents
• Support workers seeking enhanced therapeutic skills
• Education professionals involved in pastoral care
• Youth workers aiming to deepen psychological understanding
• Healthcare assistants supporting young clients
• Professionals pursuing continuing development in counselling skills

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES AND PROGRESSION

• Youth Support Worker (GBP 18,000-GBP 25,000)
• Pastoral Care Assistant (GBP 20,000-GBP 27,000)
• Counselling Assistant (GBP 19,000-GBP 26,000)
• Mental Health Support Worker (GBP 20,000-GBP 28,000)
• Educational Welfare Officer Assistant (GBP 21,000-GBP 29,000)
• Child and Adolescent Wellbeing Officer (GBP 22,000-GBP 30,000)

KEY SKILLS YOU’LL GAIN

• Confident therapeutic communication with young clients
• Applied knowledge of child and adolescent development
• Effective use of therapeutic language and techniques
• Understanding of psychological issues in youth
• Ability to assess and reflect on therapeutic outcomes
• Ethical decision-making in counselling practice
• Enhanced client engagement and support skills
• Improved professional judgement and responsibility

Enrol today to develop practical skills and build confidence with the CPD-accredited Children and Adolescents Counselling Course, designed to strengthen your therapeutic understanding and real-world application.