CST-L3 Explained
Level 3 Certificate in Counselling Studies (CST-L3)
The online are via zoom and the in person are at our office Lily Hill House Lily Hill Park, Bracknell RG12 2SJ each course is £1229.00 and is approved by CPCAB and NCPS
This qualification is intended for candidates who have already acquired a recognised qualification in counselling skills (Level 2 and 3) 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 can lead 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.
Guided Learning Hours: 90 hours (minimum)
Total Qualification Time: 196 hours
Credit value: 20
Dates for February | Starts Saturday 28th Feb 2026
| Date | Hours | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Sat 28 Feb | 8 | In-person |
| Tue 2 Mar | 3 | Online |
| Tue 9 Mar | 3 | Online |
| Tue 16 Mar | 3 | Online |
| Tue 23 Mar | 3 | Online |
| Sat 28 Mar | 8 | In-person |
| Tue 30 Mar | 3 | Online |
| Tue 7 Apr | 3 | Study Leave |
| Sat 11 Apr | 8 | In-person |
| Tue 14 Apr | 3 | Online |
| Tue 21 Apr | 3 | Online |
| Tue 28 Apr | 3 | Online |
| Sat 2 May | 8 | In-person |
| Tue 5 May | 3 | Online |
| Tue 12 May | 3 | Online |
| Tue 19 May | 3 | Online |
| Tue 26 May | 3 | Study Leave |
| Tue 2 Jun | 3 | Online |
| Tue 9 Jun | 3 | Online |
| Tue 16 Jun | 3 | Online |
| Tue 23 Jun | 3 | Online |
| Sat 27 Jun | 8 | In-person |
| Tue 30 Jun | 3 | Online |
| TOTAL HOURS | 94 |
ICSK-L2 Explained
This qualification introduces basic counselling skills for helping roles, self-development, or exploring further training. It can support employability or enhance existing roles. (GLH: 30 | TQT: 51 | Credits: 5)
CSK-L2 Explained
This qualification develops safe, ethical counselling skills for beginners, helping roles, and personal growth. (GLH: 90 | TQT: 170 | Credits: 17)
CST-L3 Explained
This qualification builds on Levels 2–3, covering theory, ethics, and mental health preparing learners for counselling roles. It supports career growth in health, care, education, mediation, and other helping sectors. (GLH: 90 | TQT: 196 | Credits: 20)
TC-L4 Explained
This two-year part-time qualification trains learners to work as therapeutic counsellors in agency settings, with the option to progress towards independent practice. (GLH: 420 | TQT: 1204 | Credits: 120)
L5 Explained
This post-qualification trains counsellors to work with children and young people aged 5–18 across schools and private practice, using an integrative model. (Duration: 120 hrs | Cost: £2,276 including supervision and placement)
