In the Northwest at NFA we have been running an Introduction to Counselling Skills, Level 2 course which allowed participants to gain a formal qualification from the counselling and psychotherapy central awarding body (CPCAB). The course was taught by Nicky Saggerson, Psychotherapist.
The 10-week course has now come to an end, and we took the opportunity to congratulate Foster Carers and Staff on gaining their qualifications by holding a celebratory lunch and small graduation celebration to mark this achievement.
The course was a great success and feedback from participants was extremely positive. One person reported the thing they most enjoyed about the course was, "The group of people I was on the course with and how much I have learnt about myself and what it means to truly listen and hear someone."
When asked if they would recommend the course one carer reported; "Yes, I would say it is really interesting what you learn about yourself on the course and how past experiences shape us as humans."
The course looks at all aspects of active listening as well as considering how our life experiences have shaped us and our view of the world, ourselves, and other people. We’re looking forward to offering the course again soon.