Open to all
The free taster session is the ideal place to start, whether you're exploring a career in counselling, want a deeper understanding of the profession, or would like to learn and practise impactful communication skills.
Experience counselling training first-hand
Attend in-person or online, so you can step inside real practitioner training in a way that suits you. You'll get a genuine feel for Redlands, the learning, and the teaching environment.
Gain clarity on qualification pathways
We’ll talk you through the main routes to becoming a qualified counsellor and/or coach, and explain why choosing the right course from the outset matters. This means you get informed direction before committing your time and investment.
Start building the skills that truly change conversations
You’ll learn and practise core listening and human-centred counselling techniques — practical skills that create stronger connection, understanding, and communication with others.
With a maximum of 12 participants, this popular session stays interactive, fun and informal. Consequently, you’ll have the opportunity to ask questions, try skills, and engage fully. Check out the testimonials below!
Explore with no pressure
There are no tests, commitments or obligations, just a chance to understand the training, practise a few real skills, and decide your next step with confidence. We hope you will be inspired of course, and that you'll wish to continue your journey with us.
In summary
In summary, this popular session is open to complete beginners as well as those with previous training elsewhere who want a clear, practical, and professional introduction to counselling and coaching training and to what Redlands has to offer. This is about researching thoughtfully, and not starting blindly on a new journey.
Curious is enough. Interested is enough. Taking your next step properly informed is everything.
Where is it held?
In-person sessions take place at Redlands centres across:
Bournemouth • Dorchester • Shaftesbury • Poole
Online sessions are delivered live via Zoom.
The next level
The next level after trying the Free Taster is a Short Course (12-15 hours) called Effective Listening Skills. This is a stand-alone course that covers the first part of the counselling training professional levels.
We look forward to meeting you!
