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Communication Skills for Counselors

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Entry Requirements

  1. High school diploma (or equivalent).
  2. Basic understanding of global current affairs and governance systems (desirable but not mandatory).

Technical Requirements

  1. Computer or tablet with reliable internet connection.
  2. Ability to access digital learning platforms (PDF, video conferencing, etc.).

Course Description

This introductory program provides a focused and practical foundation in the essential communication skills required for effective counseling and helping relationships. It is specifically designed to equip participants with the foundational techniques necessary to establish rapport, gather information, and respond therapeutically to clients. The course explores the importance of both verbal and non-verbal communication in a clinical context, emphasizing the core micro-skills vital for creating a supportive and non-judgmental environment.

Key topics include mastering active listening, techniques for empathetic responding, using effective questioning (open vs. closed), and understanding the impact of body language and silence. This award is ideal for individuals beginning their journey in the helping professions, including students, volunteers, educators, or entry-level professionals seeking to enhance their interpersonal and therapeutic communication effectiveness.

Course Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this program, participants will be able to:

  1. Define and articulate the difference between everyday communication and therapeutic communication in a counseling context.

  2. Master and consistently demonstrate the core components of active listening (attending, observing, and tracking verbal content).

  3. Apply techniques for empathetic responding, utilizing reflection of feeling and paraphrasing to deepen client understanding.

  4. Differentiate between open and closed questions and use strategic questioning to elicit detailed client information.

  5. Recognize and interpret the significance of non-verbal cues (body language, tone, eye contact) in both the counselor and the client.

  6. Maintain effective communication boundaries and utilize self-awareness to manage personal reactions during client interactions.

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  • 40 Hours total length
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