What will I learn in Ulleo's The Counselling Toolkit course?

Course Overview

This short course will teach you the essential skills, techniques, and therapeutic approaches used in counselling. You’ll explore ethical and professional requirements while developing a foundation of counselling practices - perfect for those considering a career in counselling or wanting to better support others.

Key Features

• 100% online, self-paced learning
• ~60–80 hours including videos, written materials, activities, and live events
• Study time: 1–2 hours per week
• 12 months’ course access with a tailored study plan
• Access to live workshops and events with your mentor and industry guests
• Feedback on your activities and assignments
• One-on-one mentor session available

Course Structure

• Duration: ~60–80 hours
• Flexible completion timeframe: 3–12 months
• Modules on therapeutic skills, ethics, trauma-informed care, and communication micro-skills

Career Outcomes

• Build foundational counselling skills as a stepping stone to further study
• Prepare for community services and support worker roles
• Pathway into Bachelor’s or Diploma-level counselling qualifications

Mentor

Tracey Saggers – Qualified Mental Health Counsellor with extensive experience in stress management, relationship counselling, family/domestic violence, and substance use. Facilitates workshops and provides detailed feedback.

Activities & Assignments

• Knowledge Checks – Quizzes after each lesson
• Final Assignment: Counselling in Action – Analyse podcasts and apply counselling techniques

Refunds & Cooling-off

• 10-day money-back guarantee (excl. deposit) for enrolments made with an Ulleo Course Advisor.
• Partner enrolments (TCA, OCA, Community Colleges) may have different cooling-off policies

Accreditation & Certificate

• Endorsed and co-created with leading industry professionals
• Certificate of Completion + Digital Badge (Verified by Credly)