A Day in the Life of a Counsellor
A Day in the Life of a Counsellor
The role of a counsellor or therapist is extremely diverse. Fundamentally, it will be your job to help people manage and cope with their issues. There are a huge number of different fields in counselling, but you should be a real people person. And you should get a kick out of helping others.
A key aspect of being a great counsellor is being non-judgmental. You’ll meet people from all different backgrounds experiencing different kinds of problems. Many of them will have endured some tough life experiences. Your job will be to steer them back into a place where they can be comfortable in themselves and integrate themselves into society.
You’ll be a great listener, calm, and sensitive to people’s feelings. You’ll have a deep knowledge of psychology, and you can work on this by attaining higher levels certificates and diplomas. But a good stepping stone to get you started could be a BTEC Higher National Certificate or Diploma in Healthcare Practice.
Check out your expected salary as a Counsellor below:
| Role | Starter Salary* | Experienced Salary* |
| Counsellor | £19,000 | £47,000 |
*Statistics according to National Careers website
If you’re interested in becoming a Counsellor, our BTEC Higher National Certificate or Diploma in Healthcare Practice can help get you started. This course includes elements that are intended for those interested in pursuing a career in counselling eg. Unit 14: Sociological and Psychological Perspectives on Health.
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