Training Example: Astranti Connect – Review the Data, Give Your Score & Compare to the Real AI Evaluation

[H3] Helping you to help others

We are specialists in counselling training, and we aim to give you all the tools you need to become the best you can be.
Whether you’re new to the world of counselling and well-being or already an established practitioner looking to improve the service you provide for your clients, we’re here to help you reach your potential.
Discover how our high-quality, flexible and supportive courses can help you, wherever you are in your counselling training journey…

Take your first step

Get qualified

Develop your skills

[IMG: CPCAB approved tuition provider]

[IMG: BACP logo]

[IMG: Astranti Group logo]

Part of the Astranti Group

Rated ‘Excellent’

See our live rating

[IMG: Top 10 Counselling courses 2025]



[H4] Supportive tutors
Our team of tutors, markers and content creators have a wealth of experience. They focus on giving you the support you need to achieve your career goals.



[H4] Flexible study options
We believe in quality counselling training for everyone. That’s why we provide CPCAB-approved online courses, for those who can’t make it to the classroom.



[H4] Quality courses
We make complicated topics easy and help you learn what you need in a practical way. You’ll get expert tutor support, practical sessions and additional online study resources.

[H2] Taking your first steps

If you have a passion for helping others, then counselling could be the career for you.
However, the route to becoming qualified can be confusing, so to help you get up to speed, we’ve created a guide all about the process for becoming a counsellor in the UK. You can get your copy of the guide for free below.
And, as CPCAB Level 2 represents the starting place for most aspiring counsellors, you can also learn more about our Level 2 courses, our online and in-centre course options and how to take your first steps below.

Download our FREE Beginner's Guide to Counselling
Get started with our Level 2 Courses

[IMG: Taking your first step to becoming a counsellor]

Becoming a qualified counsellor

Counselling is a challenging yet rewarding career. As a counsellor, you’ll work with clients from all backgrounds, helping them to cope with and overcome, often deeply rooted, issues – truly making a difference to their lives.
Taking the right steps to become a qualified counsellor is a vital part of this journey. Gaining the necessary qualifications not only ensures you have the skills and knowledge to support your clients effectively but also provides a safe and secure foundation for your professional practice.
Our CPCAB-accredited courses offer all the essentials you need to gain the skills, knowledge and experience you need to operate as a counsellor, and you can learn more about each of them on the course pages below.

Level 2 Courses
Level 3 Courses
Level 4 Courses
Fast Track Courses
Graduate Conversion Course

[IMG: Astranti Connect Courses]

[IMG: Counselling Courses Online]

[H2] Becoming a qualified counsellor

Counselling is a challenging yet rewarding career. As a counsellor, you’ll work with clients from all backgrounds, helping them to cope with and overcome, often deeply rooted, issues – truly making a difference to their lives.
Taking the right steps to become a qualified counsellor is a vital part of this journey. Gaining the necessary qualifications not only ensures you have the skills and knowledge to support your clients effectively but also provides a safe and secure foundation for your professional practice.
Our CPCAB-accredited courses offer all the essentials you need to gain the skills, knowledge and experience you need to operate as a counsellor, and you can learn more about each of them on the course pages below.

Level 2 Courses

Level 3 Courses

Level 4 Courses

Fast Track Courses

Graduate Conversion Course

[H2] Developing your skills post-qualification

Once you’ve qualified as a counsellor, earned your BACP and NCPS membership, and gained experience helping your clients, you’re ready to define the next phase of your career.
Are you looking to become a counselling supervisor, launch your own private practice, or develop an advanced therapeutic specialism?
Our Level 5 and 6 post-qualification courses are designed to equip you with the skills and expertise needed for these next steps.
Our Level 5 Diploma in Psychotherapeutic Counselling course is designed to enable you to truly make more of a difference for the people you work with, growing your expertise and enabling you to support people with more complex challenges, all the while sharing experiences and techniques among your peers.
Additionally, our specialist Level 5 CBT course provides in-depth training on applying this sought-after approach.
If your goal is to transition from practitioner to leader and achieve supervisory status, our Level 6 Supervision course teaches a proven supervision model and focuses on building the supportive supervisory relationship that fosters growth and resilience in other counsellors.
These qualifications are awarded by the CPCAB, a nationally recognised and industry-leading counselling training body, ensuring your expertise is respected across the profession.
We also offer a flexible Counselling Seminar Subscription to help you meet and exceed your annual CPD requirements.

Download our FREE Guide to Working in Private Practice

Level 5 Courses

Level 6 Courses

CPD Subscription

[IMG: Counselling Courses]

Just a few of our happy students…

A very pleasurable experience

“The level of professionalism and course knowledge has been second to none and gives me a feeling of total confidence in the quality and delivery of online courses.”
Colin, July 2025

Warm yet thought-provoking

“I unhesitatingly enrolled for a Level 3 course with Astranti this year, and so far I’m having a lovely experience.”
Jamilyn Taylor, May 2025

A very enjoyable experience

“The venue is great and the tutors are very different from each other making it a very enjoyable experience. There is a good depth to the content and I have learned a lot so far.”
David Chalmers, February 2025

Supportive, compassionate and knowledgeable

“The progression from Level 2 to Level 3 has been incredible — the deeper content and more in-depth discussions have really helped me grow, both personally and professionally.”
Shreya Sharma, April 2025

Read our popular guides

It can be tough to find the information that you need – that’s why we’ve put our heads together and produced a series of guides to help you through every step of your journey.

[H1] Becoming a counsellor
So, you’re considering starting a career as a counsellor. But what exactly does that entail? Learn more in our free guide…

See more

[H1] Guide to online courses
Counselling training has adapted to online provision, especially post covid. But how do you find the right course?

See more

[H1] Becoming a supervisor
It’s seen by many as a natural progression for qualified counsellors. But is a supervisory role right for you?

See more

[H1] CPCAB qualifications
As we’re sure you’ve realised, effective counselling depends, to a large part, on the quality of training received…

See more

[H1] Guide to CPCAB qualifications

[IMG: CPCAB]

As we’re sure you’ve realised, effective counselling depends, to a large part, on the quality of training received. And the fact that you’re here, suggests that you’ve been doing your research.
In any search for the best counselling qualifications, CPCAB will no doubt have cropped up multiple times, so we’ve created this guide to answer all the questions you might have.

1. What is CPCAB?

2. Is CPCAB a recognised qualification?

3. What qualifications do CPCAB offer?

4. How many credits are CPCAB qualifications worth?

5. Why choose CPCAB qualifications?

6. Useful videos

7. CPCAB’s video summaries

[H1] 1. What is CPCAB?

The ‘Counselling and Psychotherapy Central Awarding Body’, or CPCAB, designs, develops and certificates qualifications in counselling and psychotherapy. These qualifications are approved by the BACP (British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy – one of the leading counselling membership organisations in the UK).

What does this mean in practice?

Designs and develops – CPCAB doesn’t run counselling courses itself. Instead, it designs the criteria for a range of counselling courses that various training organisations, including Astranti Connect, deliver to their students. CPCAB also regularly inspects registered training centres to ensure they meet its high standards.
CPCAB has designed a range of qualifications beginning with CPCAB level 2, moving on to CPCAB level 3 and CPCAB level 4 qualifications (after which you are qualified) and concluding with CPCAB level 5 and CPCAB level 6 qualifications.
Certificates – CPCAB are the ones to actually issue the certificates to individuals who complete a CPCAB course regardless of the training provider used.
To illustrate using an analogy, it’s like at school when official qualification certificates are issued by specific examination bodies rather than the school.

Which just leaves us with:

What’s the difference between BACP and CPCAB?

The British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) is a professional association for counsellors and psychotherapists. Trainee and qualified counsellors can join the BACP as a member paying an annual subscription to belong. The BACP provides members with an ethical framework and principles of best practice to adhere to when working with clients.
The BACP is not an awarding body in the same sense that CPCAB is, as it does not create counselling courses. Instead, BACP approves those counselling training courses which it feels reach the required standard, such as those designed by CPCAB.
Being a member of BACP (which can be achieved after receiving your CPCAB level 4 Diploma) is a gold standard for UK counsellors and psychotherapists. BACP membership demonstrates to potential employers and clients that you possess the necessary skills and experience to practise counselling and psychotherapy effectively.

So in summary, CPCAB has designed courses that have been approved by BACP. On completing these courses, through any one of a number of providers, you can apply for membership of BACP.
CPCAB has created a short video that explains the differences between CPCAB and BACP.

[H1] 2. Is CPCAB a recognised qualification?

Yes – in fact, CPCAB is often considered one of the most prestigious counselling qualifications in the UK!
A quick internet search will quickly reveal that there are loads of counselling qualification providers out there. However, if the courses that they are offering are not approved by BACP, they won’t guarantee your entry to the professional body which may well negatively impact your options and opportunities in the future.
CPCAB qualifications are approved by BACP, and BACP works closely with the CPCAB to ensure the high standards of their courses.
CPCAB has become the UK’s leading awarding body for counselling qualifications in its fairly short history. That’s why over 300 centres in the UK (and abroad!) offer CPCAB qualifications.

[IMG: CPCAB courses]

Remember: CPCAB does not run its counselling courses. Instead, training centres have to be approved by CPCAB to run any of its courses such as CPCAB level 2, CPCAB level 3, CPCAB level 4, CPCAB level 5 and CPCAB level 6. Successful candidates are awarded CPCAB certificates at the end of their course.
CPCAB is also the UK’s only awarding body where all employees are qualified and practising counsellors. This means that you can be confident that the topics you will study are considered the most up to date by real counsellors.

[H1] 3. What qualifications do CPCAB offer?

As you can see on the diagram, the body offers courses beginning at CPCAB level 2 and concluding with CPCAB level 6.
To qualify and begin practising as a counsellor, you need to complete the CPCAB Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling.
Typically, you need to achieve the two counselling certificates, CPCAB Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills and CPCAB Level 3 Certificate in Counselling Studies, to get onto the CPCAB Level 4 course. Some providers may let you skip straight to CPCAB level 4 if you already hold a counselling degree.

[IMG: CPCAB Qualifications]

After you’ve qualified, you can continue your counselling studies by completing CPCAB Level 5 Diploma in Psychotherapeutic Counselling and CPCAB Level 6 Certificate in Psychotherapeutic Counselling Supervision.
To help you understand the types of things you will learn in your CPCAB courses on your journey to becoming a counsellor, we’ve provided you with a summary of the content below.

[H5] CPCAB Level 2 course covers:

How to improve your listening and responding skills, including active listening methods and paraphrasing techniques
How to improve your personal and work relationships
Substance abuse, including preventative techniques, the consequences of substance misuse and how to best support an individual abusing substances

[H5] CPCAB Level 3 course covers:

Counselling theories that will shape your counselling practice and self-perception
The importance of ethics and diversity in counselling, including the impact of societal diversity issues on clients
Ethics and mental health
How to prepare to be an agency counsellor
Life coaching skills needed to be an individual life coach

[H5] CPCAB Level 4 course covers:

The knowledge, skills and competencies needed to provide therapeutic counselling within an organisation
How to ensure your client and their needs are the central focus of all counselling appointments
How to work self reflectively as a counsellor

[H5] CPCAB Level 5 course covers:

The knowledge, skills and competencies needed to provide therapeutic counselling as a self-employed counsellor in an independent practice
How to take on a more senior role and undertake additional responsibilities such as client assessments, referrals and evaluations
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) skills and theory
Specialist knowledge skills and competencies needed to work with children and young people

[H5] CPCAB Level 6 course covers:

All of the theories and competencies you will need to be a safe and effective supervisor to ensure your supervisees know they can rely on you
The skills you need to perform an objective and thorough assessment of counsellors that you supervise, including how to identify their strengths and weaknesses

(For specific information about what information will be covered in each counselling course and level, make sure you read the course specification for your desired course on CPCAB’s website.)
As well as learning this beneficial theory and gaining vital skills, when you undertake a CPCAB counselling course, you’re also likely to learn a lot of new things about yourself! You’ll gain insight into things such as how much of an active listener you are, your self-perception and how well you give and receive feedback, to name just a few.

To see what Astranti Connect’s CPCAB courses  can offer you, follow the links below:
CPCAB Level 2
CPCAB Level 3
CPCAB Level 4
CPCAB Level 5
CPCAB Level 6

To see what Astranti Connect’s CPCAB courses  can offer you, follow the links below:
CPCAB Level 2
CPCAB Level 3
CPCAB Level 4
CPCAB Level 5
CPCAB Level 6

[H1] 4. How many credits are CPCAB qualifications worth?

You may have come across the term ‘credits’ during your research into CPCAB. What are these? Well, each CPCAB qualification is worth a certain amount of credits which can, if you wish, be used to contribute to achieving further counselling qualifications, for example, some counselling degrees – more on this below.
How many credits your CPCAB qualification is worth depends on the type of CPCAB qualification and level you complete:

CPCAB Level 2
Award in understanding substance misuse – 6 credits
Award in introduction to counselling skills – 5 credits
Award in effective listening skills – 3 credits
Certificate in counselling skills – 17 credits

CPCAB Level 3
Certificate in counselling studies – 20 credits
Certificate in life coaching studies – 16 credits

CPCAB Level 4
Diploma in therapeutic counselling – 120 credits
Diploma in life coaching – 39 credits

CPCAB Level 5
Diploma in psychotherapeutic counselling – 46 credits
Diploma in cognitive behavioural therapeutic skills and theory – 39 credits
Diploma in counselling children and young people – 44 credits

CPCAB Level 6
Certificate in therapeutic counselling supervision – 33 credits

So, with respect to degrees how does this work in practice?

Can my counselling qualification count towards a degree?

The credits you obtain from a CPCAB level 4 and CPCAB level 5 counselling course can count towards a Foundation Degree in Counselling from the Open University.
So, for example, let’s say the foundation degree was equivalent to 240 credits, you could effectively cash in the ones you’d achieved for your CPCAB level 4 course and would only need to take additional courses offered by the university covering the remaining credit balance in order to gain your degree.
For further information please refer to our definitive guide to counselling qualifications and head to the section titled ‘Open University foundation degree in counselling’.

Please note: This only works for the Open University. This is because the credits assigned to CPCAB qualifications aren’t equivalent to the standard credits assigned to modules at other higher education institutes or universities – this situation is specific to the Open University.

[H1] 5. Why choose CPCAB qualifications?

In summary, CPCAB is seen as one of the most prestigious counselling qualifications and is highly respected in the profession as a result of its BACP approval.

Trusted route to earning BACP membership
When you take a CPCAB qualification, you can be more assured of your entry to BACP than if you undertake a course that is not approved by BACP, meaning future employers or potential clients will trust you and the counselling qualification you hold. Conversely, if you undertake a qualification that does not help you gain entry to BACP, you will struggle to attract clients, making your future as a counsellor uncertain.

[IMG: CPCAB courses]

[IMG: CPCAB courses]

Online study options
The majority of CPCAB courses can be taken online or in person, which means that you can match them to your preferred learning style or geographical constraints.
Specifically, CPCAB Level 2, CPCAB Level 3, CPCAB Level 5 and CPCAB Level 6 Certificate can ALL be done online with the only exception being CPCAB Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling. However, since CPCAB level 4 is the one that provides you with qualified status and must be attended in person, do take this into consideration before signing up if qualified status is what you’re after – you will need to be able to get to a learning centre.

Excellent career progression options
If you hold CPCAB Level 2 and CPCAB Level 3 qualifications, course providers are more likely to accept you into their CPCAB Level 4 courses than if you hold a qualification from another body. Therefore, if you are contemplating doing alternative level 2 or level 3 qualifications, do check that they will be accepted prior to signing up. An error here could cost you your BACP membership, or involve you having to retake level 2 and level 3 with an approved provider.
Once you have qualified, if you then go on to complete CPCAB Level 5 and CPCAB Level 6, another new door will open for you as completing these qualifications will allow you to supervise and assess other counsellors.

[IMG: CPCAB courses]

Astranti Connect’s view
Astranti Connect has been approved by CPCAB to run its courses and can testify that we are regularly checked by the body to ensure quality and high standards in the delivery of our courses. At Connect, all our tutors are registered members of BACP and work closely to their ethical framework and teach this on all of our courses.

To get started on your journey to becoming a qualified counsellor, check out our CPCAB level 2 course

So, we believe that choosing CPCAB courses is the best way to become a qualified counsellor. The CPCAB training route will give you all the skills you need to embark on your counselling career journey, along with a widely recognised and respected qualification to prove it.

[H1] 6. Useful videos

We’re constantly creating new content for our YouTube channel, and you can find a selection of our best videos below…

[H1] 7. CPCAB’s video summaries

If you’d like to hear a bit more about CPCAB from the organisation themselves, check out these videos they posted on Youtube.
We’ve included some of the videos that we found particularly interesting but go ahead and take a look at CPCAB’s Youtube channel if you’d like to see more. They have all sorts on there including an FAQ for when you’re getting started.
(Disclaimer:

[H1] Counselling Seminar Subscription

[H2] All your Counselling CPD in one place

We get it, being a counsellor is all about helping others.
But it’s essential to take some time for yourself, too. In fact, it’s a requirement once you’ve become fully qualified, in the form of CPD, and also key to helping you best help your clients.
So, in order to help you with your personal development and develop your practice, we’ve put together an exciting line-up of live sessions that are not only really interesting but also seriously useful for both trainee and qualified counsellors. Think of it as a cosy chat over coffee, but with some top-notch learning thrown in. Fancy diving into new therapeutic techniques or brushing up on your counselling skills? You’re in the right place!
With 2 sessions every month they offer plentiful opportunities for collaboration, sharing and questions, with a combination of our in-house tutors and expert guest speakers bringing a wide range of experience and expertise to each session.
But there’s more! With your seminar subscription, you’ll get access to recordings of all our past seminars, so you can binge-watch to your heart’s content, whenever you fancy. It’s like having a constantly growing library of counselling wisdom at your fingertips.
And each seminar that you attend or watch will count towards your annual CPD.
Best of all, if you’re enrolled on one of our courses, your CPD subscription is completely free!
So, grab a cuppa, get comfy, and join us on this exciting learning journey…

“The level of professionalism and course knowledge has been second to none and gives me a feeling of total confidence in the quality and delivery of online courses. I have already recommended Astranti Connect as a course provider for one of my clients and will continue to do so for anyone look to study online with a CPCAB accredited provider with BACP approval.”
Colin
CPCAB Student, July 2025

[IMG: Counselling CPD]

Focused on you

Led by experienced counselling tutors
Engage in meaningful discussions
Navigate the latest counselling standards

[IMG: counselling seminars]

Flexible study options

On-demand or live online learning to suit your needs
Different seminar topics every month
Renew or cancel at anytime

[IMG: Online counselling CPD]

Afforable and helpful

Covers all your counselling CPD requirements
Over 20 years of teaching experience
Pay with an instalment option to spread payments

What’s included?

In two words – absolutely everything!
Our subscription service gives you access to ALL of our past recordings and future live seminars (around 2 every month) so that you’ll have all you’d ever need to complete your CPD requirements!
All our live seminars aim to be practical in nature, using exercises and discussion to learn, and encourage you to develop your skills with others.
Please note: if you’re currently enrolled on one of our courses, your CPD subscription is completely free.
To find out exactly what’s included, take a look at our upcoming and on-demand seminars in the table below…

Explore this sample seminar: Unlocking the Unconscious

[H2] Previous Live Seminars (available right now)

Exploring Sexual Diversity Part 1 – Sexual Identity
Exploring Sexual Diversity Part 2 – Relationship Structures
Depression – What Counsellors Need to Know
Made of Human – The Language of Parts in Therapeutic Practice
From Fead to the Future: Navigating the Evolution of Psychotherapy
Beyond Light and Dark – What Star Wars Can Teach Us About Right and Wrong
Working Creatively in Counselling
Opening Windows to the Soul: Mastering the Johari Window in Therapy
Understanding Identity
Navigating the Heart of Loss: Enhancing Your Bereavement Counselling Skills
The Architecture of Thought: Exploring Neurological Levels in Counselling
Unlocking Transformation: Navigating Change with Theory U in Therapy
Connect and Communicate: Harness the Power of Active Listening
Working within Difference: Understanding Diverse Clients
Deeper into Difference: Understanding Diverse Clients
What does it mean to work Ethically?
Exploring within specialist areas, i.e. working with abuse
An Introduction to Autism & ADHD in Counselling: A Neuro-Affirming Approach
Wrapping Up the Year: Evaluating Your Journey
Inner Conflicts Unleashed: Exploring the Top Dog vs. Underdog Dynamic in Gestalt Therapy
Navigating Agency Work: Ethics, Boundaries, and Finding Your Feet
Dancing with Your Dark Side: The Art of Shadow Work (Psychodynamic approach)
The Art of Feedback: A Workshop for Deeper Reflection
Critter! Clarification! – Criteria Clarification and Write Up
The Thinking Trap: Escaping the Distortion Loop (CBT)
Cultural Humility in Counselling Part 1
Cultural Humility in Counselling Part 2
Working Creatively in Counselling
Working in a Trauma-Informed Way
Working with Suicide, Suicidal Thoughts and Ideation
Understanding and Responding to Abuse in Counselling Practice
Responding to Clients Who Have Experienced Abuse

[H2] Upcoming Live Seminars - May - June

Responding to Clients Who Have Experienced Abuse
Introduction to CBT: A Two-Part Seminar (Part 1)
Introduction to CBT: A Two-Part Seminar (Part 2)
Responding to Self-Harm and Suicidal Ideation in Triad Work: Risk Recognition, ROMs, and Safe Practice

Note: Recordings are typically available within 7 days of the live seminars taking place, and do not contain any content deemed to be too personal in nature. During the live sessions, the tutor will use virtual ‘breakout rooms’ for more in-depth group discussions, which are not recorded. These breakouts provide an excellent opportunity for the exploration of topics, and are therefore a great benefit to attending the sessions live on the day.

What our students say

Please see our testimonials page for our latest student reviews. Here are a couple of examples:

“ The course content was interesting and easy to follow without any long assignments to complete. I’ll definitely be signing up to complete level 3 with them. If you’re thinking about doing your level 2 Counselling Skills course with Astranti then I say stop thinking and just go for it – you won’t regret it!“
Laura
CPCAB Student, January 2025

“Astranti provides a website with lots of structured information to access, and there are also free seminars on different topics. I would say getting involved. It enhances your learning and getting to meet new like-minded people.I would highly recommend this course“
KS
CPCAB Student, June 2024

Start your subscription today!

Monthly Plan: £25/month

With our monthly plan:+ Includes all recordings and live sessions+ Cancel anytime+ Automatically renews each month until cancelled

Add to basket  

Annual Plan: £12.50/month

With our annual plan:+ Includes all recordings and live sessions+ Save 50% compared to our monthly plan+ Minimum 12-month subscription (£150 total)

Add to basket  

[IMG: Level 2 counselling course]

Want to have a chat with us?

Our course advisors are on hand to help you with any queries that you may have about our courses, and our 1-2-1 calls are completely free.
To book your call, find a time slot that suits you on our 1-2-1 booking calendars below:
Schedule your call

[H1] CPCAB Level 2 Course:Certificate in Counselling Skills

Helping you build stronger, more meaningful relationships

For anyone wanting to become a qualified counsellor, this course is the first step on the path to qualification.
However, it’s so much more than that, too!
It’s also for anyone who wants to fundamentally improve their communication and relationships with others – be it as a manager, teacher, parent, or friend. During the course, you’ll learn key skills to help support them and make a true difference.
The course is highly practical, meaning that you’ll learn as much through practical experience counselling others as you will from learning techniques from your tutors. This also means that you’ll spend a lot of time as the person being supported. You’ll find yourself being deeply listened to, and for many who attend, this in itself can be a transformative personal experience!
Our goal extends beyond just teaching you a set of techniques. We equip you with the profound, life-changing skill of active listening, enabling you to build stronger relationships, have more meaningful conversations, and navigate difficult situations with confidence and empathy.
You’ll learn in a supportive, non-judgemental environment with expert tutors who guide you through practical, hands-on exercises. As well as 13 full days (or 26 evening sessions) live with your tutors and classmates, you’ll also have access to our course videos, workbooks and live seminars to help you get to grips with all the concepts you’ll learn along the way.
As for the qualification itself, CPCAB are the UK’s leading awarding body for counselling qualifications. They accredit what are probably the most prestigious qualifications in the industry. By taking their courses from Level 2 to Level 4, you will gain membership of either the BACP (British Association of Counsellors and Psychotherapists) or the NCPS (National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society), allowing you to practice professionally in the UK.
So, whether you’re taking the first step towards a new profession, aiming to enhance your current career, or simply wish to communicate with more empathy and skill, our Level 2 course is the ideal place to begin your journey.

[IMG: Top 10 Counselling courses 2025]

“I’m having a wonderful experience with Astranti Connect! I did a Level 2 course with them last year, and was taught by Lindsey, who was a fantastic tutor. The enquiries team were also very responsive and helpful whenever I emailed them questions about the wider course. I unhesitatingly enrolled for a Level 3 course with Astranti this year, and so far I’m having a lovely experience. The tutor Marion is very knowledgeable and experienced, and teaches in a warm yet thought-provoking manner. I highly recommend Astranti Connect!“
Jamilyn Taylor
CPCAB Level 2 student, May 2025

[IMG: CPCAB Level 2 Course]

Focused on you

Experienced counsellors supporting you at every stage
Small group sizes so tutors are always on hand
An active online community for peer support

[IMG: Level 2 Counselling Course]

Flexible study options

Classroom or live online learning to suit your needs
Daytime and evening courses are available
Pay with an instalment option to spread payments

[IMG: Online Counselling Courses]

Study with confidence

Course approved by CPCAB
Over 20 years of teaching experience
Supported by the Astranti group with a Trustpilot rating of 4.8

What you’ll learn…

With CPCAB Level 2 being the first step for any aspiring counsellor on their journey to becoming fully qualified, our level 2 course is focused on giving you the fundamental skills you need to better support the people that matter to you – whether they are work colleagues, family members, close friends or future counselling clients.
Our course is built on an integrated approach which brings together a wide range of counselling skills and techniques from a wide variety of fields (or modalities as they are officially known). Instead of learning just one way to help and support people, we’ll introduce you to several different ideas from the main counselling theories. This is because every future person you meet will be unique, and there’s no single ‘one-size-fits-all’ method that works for everyone, giving you the flexibility to support a wide range of people, whatever their situation.
Throughout this course, you’ll begin building your very own therapeutic ‘toolbox’, gathering foundational skills and knowledge. The goal by the end of Level 2 is for you to have a solid understanding of what it means to help and support others and to use basic counselling skills safely and effectively. This foundation is the crucial first step on your path, preparing you for deeper learning in Levels 3 and 4, and ultimately, towards many people’s final goal of becoming a confident and adaptable qualified counsellor who makes a true difference to the lives of their clients.
New to CPCAB? Read our handy guide!

How level 2 fits into your qualification journey…
We’ve built our CPCAB Level 2, 3, and 4 courses around our unique Connect Framework. This model provides an engaging path to becoming a well-rounded counsellor, ready to support your future clients effectively.
Discover what you’ll learn at each stage below:

[IMG: Astranti Connect Framework Level 2]

[click to zoom or hold to download]

[IMG: Level 4 CPCAB]

Also included with your course:

[H5] Video series, session notes and study texts
As you begin your training journey with us, you will receive access to our StudyHub. On here, you’ll find our complete set of on-demand tuition videos, tailored for each session. These videos, which come complete with detailed session notes and focused study texts, are specifically designed to help you deepen your engagement with the key topics and truly embed your learning as you progress.

[H5] Seminar subscription
With two live sessions every month, our seminars cover a wide range of fascinating topics and provide numerous opportunities for collaboration, sharing, and discussion. A combination of our in-house tutors and expert guest speakers brings a wide range of experience and expertise to each session. Additionally, you’ll have access to our entire backlog of recorded sessions.

[H5] CPCAB digital library
With our course, you’ll get free access to the CPCAB digital library, where you can find the official course books. This enables you to gain additional insights into each of the key course areas, directly enhancing your knowledge through CPCAB’s expert team.

How our course compares

At Astranti Connect our aim is to provide the best and most comprehensive CPCAB-accredited counselling courses in the UK, and we are continually developing our courses and training our tutors to achieve that goal.
When you’re comparing our course to others, it’s important to consider what our course offers compared to other typical courses. Here’s a comparison against typical course offered by a local college:

Develop counselling skills
Experienced tutors
5+ years of experience
Course workbook
Course videos
Specialist provider
Experiential learning
CPCAB accredited
Free access to our CPD seminars
Free access to CPCAB library
Payment by instalments
Astranti Connect Level 2 course
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓

Develop counselling skills
Experienced tutors
5+ years of experience
Course workbook
Course videos
Specialist provider
Experiential learning
CPCAB accredited
Free access to our CPD seminars
Free access to CPCAB library
Payment by instalments
Typical college course
✓
?
?
?
✘
✘
?
?
✘
✘
Not as standard

[IMG: online-counselling-course]

How you’ll earn your qualification

[IMG: Astranti Connect Level 2 Course]

[IMG: Astranti Connect Level 2 Course]

The first step towards your BACP accreditation!

The great thing about undertaking a CPCAB course is that it’s recognised nationally and focused on helping you become the best counsellor you can be!
CPCAB courses are formally recognised by BACP (the UK’s leading counselling membership body) and the NCPS (The National Counselling & Psychotherapy Society). Membership of an organisation like the BACP, NCPS, or an equivalent body is vital if you wish to become a respected counsellor and work for organisations such as the NHS.
To pass our level 2 course, you have to prove competence in a variety of key counselling skills. This is primarily assessed practically as you progress through the course – the tutor will gain evidence through observing you demonstrating the skills as you undertake exercises and practical sessions.
In addition, during the course, you will be required to undertake regular exploration of your learning, write a self-review at a mid-point during the course and undertake a group assignment. These are also used to gain evidence of your competence.
Once you have demonstrated your competence and passed your assessments, you will obtain your level 2 qualification.

Our team of experienced tutors knows what it takes to make it as a counsellor. After all, they’re all qualified counsellors themselves and continue to be trained regularly in our tutor development programme! Head to our tutor page to meet the level 2 tutors for your course.

Meet the tutors

What our students say

“I completed my Level 2 in Counselling and Psychotherapy with Astranti and will be finishing Level 3 in May. I have truly enjoyed the entire journey. The progression from Level 2 to Level 3 has been incredible – the deeper content and more in-depth discussions have really helped me grow, both personally and professionally. I’ve learned so much, not only from the course itself but also from my peers.
A special mention goes to my tutor, Selina, who has been outstanding – supportive, compassionate, and knowledgeable. She helped each one of us build confidence and develop key counselling skills in a safe, encouraging environment.
If I decide to pursue Level 4, there’s no doubt I will be choosing Astranti again.”
Shreya Sharma
Passed CPCAB Level 2, April 2025

“Having just completed Level 2, I can say that the work was manageable and engaging. I can’t speak to what other tutors are like, but Marion is an excellent tutor and for that I can only look fondly upon my experience with Astranti.“
Stephanie
Passed CPCAB Level 2, January 2025

“My experience with Astranti Connect has been first class. From the initial communication, to the online interview and the follow up course materials, it has been a very pleasurable experience. The level of professionalism and course knowledge has been second to none and gives me a feeling of total confidence in the quality and delivery of online courses. I have already recommended Astranti Connect as a course provider for one of my clients and will continue to do so for anyone look to study online with a CPCAB accredited provider with BACP approval.“
Colin
Astranti Connect Student, July 2025

Visit our live student rating to see over 700 reviews, including our latest student feedback.

Find your Level 2 course

At Astranti Connect, we understand the importance of providing affordable and flexible study options that cater to your needs and lifestyle.
With our instalment plan, you can spread the cost of your course over 9 months, interest-free.
Depending on your preferences and availability, you can choose between evening and daytime options.
For those who wish to become qualified even faster, our Fast-track options are designed for students who want to accelerate their journey from beginner to professional in a shorter timeframe. These intensive courses condense the training from multiple levels, allowing you to complete your qualification on a fast-tracked schedule.
Our Fast-track to Level 3 includes both an introduction to counselling and a Level 3 course, to be completed in just 4-5 months.
Our Fast-track to Level 4 includes an introduction to counselling, Level 3 and Level 4, and takes you from beginner to fully qualified status in just over 2 years!

London

Pay Monthly
Pay Monthly
Deposit:
£250

Pay Monthly
Pay Monthly
Installments:
£100 x11 months

Pay Monthly
Pay Monthly
Total:
£1,350

Pay In One
Pay In One
Deposit:
£250

Pay In One
Pay In One
One payment:
£1,100

Pay In One
Pay In One
Total:
£1,350

Online & Rest of the UK

Pay Monthly
Pay Monthly
Deposit:
£250

Pay Monthly
Pay Monthly
Installments:
£100 x 9 months

Pay Monthly
Pay Monthly
Total:
£1,150

Pay In One
Pay In One
Deposit:
£250

Pay In One
Pay In One
One payment:
£900

Pay In One
Pay In One
Total:
£1,150

London

Pay Monthly
Pay Monthly
Deposit:
£250
Instalments:
£100 x11 months
Total:
£1,350

Pay In One
Pay In One
Deposit:
£250
One-off payment:
£1,100
Total:
£1,350

Online & Rest of the UK

Pay Monthly
Pay Monthly
Deposit:
£250
Instalments:
£100 x9 months
Total:
£1,150

Pay In One
Pay In One
Deposit:
£250
One-off payment:
£900
Total:
£1,150

[IMG: Astranti Connect Level 2 Upcoming Courses]

[H2] Upcoming courses
Explore our upcoming level 2 courses and find one that suits you.

Find your perfect course

Need help? Book a free 1-2-1 call with our team!

If you’re thinking about joining us for your studies but still have questions, why not book a call with one of our advisors? They’re on hand to help you with any queries you may have about your study options. Simply find a time slot that suits you.

Book Your Free Call