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Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills (RQF)

The Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills (RQF) is a UK OFQUAL accredited 100% online, competency-based qualification for learners with little or no counselling expertise who are interested in beginning the process of becoming an authorised counsellor.

£160 £99
Apply Now

Overview

The Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills (RQF) is a UK OFQUAL accredited 100% online, competency-based qualification for learners with little or no counselling expertise who are interested in beginning the process of becoming an authorised counsellor. Learners who obtain this qualification will be prepared to apply various counselling skills and grasp and articulate the essential elements of an ethical framework and anti-discriminatory policies. It will also help build self-understanding and reflect on values and beliefs. Completing this qualification will facilitate the provision of assistance and support to others. Learners who complete this qualification will be able to obtain employment as a key worker, care assistant, support worker, or teaching assistant.

Scope of this Qualification

Individuals who are beginning their training as professional counsellors and whose current qualifications are in a related field (such as health and social care, child care, learning and development, or community service) as well as those who are interested in learning counselling skills for professional or helping roles and would like to improve their counselling skills, whether for professional or personal usage, will benefit from taking this course.

Duration and Delivery

This Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills is designed to be completed online at the pace that suits you the best. This Level 2 course can be completed in as little as 4 weeks up to 2 months, depending on your previous knowledge and dedication to the course. You have a great opportunity to fast-track completion earlier at the pace and time of your choice. The OFQUAL Regulated Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills course is delivered through our Virtual Learning Environment (VLE). Our 24/7 online tutor support is there to facilitate you to achieve your success rate accordingly.

Assessment and Verification

All units within this OFQUAL Regulated Level 2 qualification are internally assessed by our qualified assessors and externally verified by the awarding organisation. The assessment takes the form of written assignments. You will receive 24/7 tutor support once you are enrolled on our online portal (Moodle) to assist you in reaching your goals.

Progression

This is a thorough qualification for the Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills, which helps learners enhance their career profile. Successful completion of this 100% accredited online course enables learners to proceed to the following qualification:

  • Level 3 Award in Counselling Skills and Theory
  • Level 3 Certificate in Counselling Skills
  • Level 3 Diploma in Counselling Skills

Unit 1: Using Counselling Skills

Unit 2: Introduction to Counselling Skills Theories

Unit 3: Diversity and Ethics in the Use of Counselling Skills

Unit 4: Counselling Skills and Personal Development

Entry Requirements

Learner should:

  • be 16 years or above at the time of enrolment
  • have basic communication skills (discussing, presenting, reading and writing)

Practical Requirement

There are no practical requirements for this course.

How will I be assessed?

All units in the course will be assessed through a series of written assignments, which are submitted to and marked by your course tutor. You would attempt the tasks given in the assignments by giving knowledge-based responses and by writing essay-style accounts and reflections of your own practices.

Useful Knowledge that you will learn in the course

You will be able to:

  • Know how to establish a helping relationship
  • Know what core counselling skills are
  • Know elements of counselling theories
  • Know how to meet their own support needs
  • Know how self-reflection contributes to personal development
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  • Credits – 16
  • TQT – 160
  • GLH – 120
  • Recommended Course Duration – Up to 2 Months
  • Option to fast-track in 4 weeks is available.
Verify the Qualification
View Sample Certificate
Download Course PDF

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If you have any query, feel free to contact.

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Monthly Instalment

Standard

£99(incl. VAT)
  • £83 (excl. VAT)
  • Recommended Duration
    Up to 4 Months
  • Maximum Duration Allowed
    6 Months
  • Re-registration charges after Maximum Duration
    £15
  • Tutor Support
    Unlimited
  • Assessment Decision and Feedback
    Within 72 hours
  • Suitable for
    Professionals studying alongside their jobs, who do not require fast tracking.
  • Not suitable if
    You are certain that you won’t be able to study regularly to complete in the maximum timeframe suggested.
Proceed

Fast Track

£110(incl. VAT)
  • £92 (excl. VAT)
  • Recommended Duration
    Up to 4 Months
  • Maximum Duration Allowed
    6 Months
  • Re-registration charges after Maximum Duration
    £10
  • Tutor Support
    Unlimited – Priority
  • Assessment Decision and Feedback
    12-24 hours
  • Suitable for
    Fast track completion, fast tutor support, prompt assessor feedback
  • Not suitable if
    You are not able to devote extra time on the course because of work or personal commitments, as fast tracking is largely reliant on your own efforts.
Proceed

Flexi

£120(incl. VAT)
  • £100 (excl. VAT)
  • Recommended Duration
    Up to 4 Months
  • Maximum Duration Allowed
    24 Months
  • Re-registration charges after Maximum Duration
    £5
  • Tutor Support
    Unlimited – Priority
  • Assessment Decision and Feedback
    24-72 hours
  • Suitable for
    Professionals who do not want any pressure to complete the course in the recommended duration.
  • Not suitable if
    You are able to study regularly every week and are confident to complete the course within the recommended duration.
Proceed

Standard

£114(incl. VAT)
  • £28.46 (incl. VAT)/Month
  • No. of instalments
    4
  • Recommended Duration
    Up to 4 Months
  • Maximum Duration Allowed
    6 Months
  • Re-registration charges after Maximum Duration
    £15
  • Tutor Support
    Unlimited
  • Assessment Decision and Feedback
    Within 72 hours
  • Suitable for
    Professionals studying alongside their jobs, who do not require fast tracking.
  • Not suitable if
    You are certain that you won’t be able to study regularly to complete in the maximum timeframe suggested.
Proceed

Fast Track

£125(incl. VAT)
  • £31.31 (incl. VAT)/Month
  • No. of instalments
    4
  • Recommended Duration
    Up to 4 Months
  • Maximum Duration Allowed
    6 Months
  • Re-registration charges after Maximum Duration
    £10
  • Tutor Support
    Unlimited – Priority
  • Assessment Decision and Feedback
    12-24 hours
  • Suitable for
    Fast track completion, fast tutor support, prompt assessor feedback
  • Not suitable if
    You are not able to devote extra time on the course because of work or personal commitments, as fast tracking is largely reliant on your own efforts.
Proceed

Flexi

£137(incl. VAT)
  • £22.77 (incl. VAT)/Month
  • No. of instalments
    6
  • Recommended Duration
    Up to 4 Months
  • Maximum Duration Allowed
    24 Months
  • Re-registration charges after Maximum Duration
    £5
  • Tutor Support
    Unlimited – Priority
  • Assessment Decision and Feedback
    24-72 hours
  • Suitable for
    Professionals who do not want any pressure to complete the course in the recommended duration.
  • Not suitable if
    You are able to study regularly every week and are confident to complete the course within the recommended duration.
Proceed

Why choose BSHC?

Instant Access to VLE

You can have instant access to the course; once you enrol on the course, you can start studying immediately.

Expert Tutor Support

Our courses are designed to provide a dedicated online tutor support to learners throughout the course for ongoing assistance.

Flexible Payment Plans

Flexible payment plans to suit your budget; pay fee in easy monthly instalments.

Accredited Certification

You will receive your accredited certificate and transcript at no additional cost from our approved awarding body.

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Frequetly Ask Questions

Who is this course for?

This course is designed for individuals with little or no counselling knowledge who desires to become employed or self-employed counsellor and wish to learn and improve their counselling skills for professional or helping roles. Also, for those who already possess relevant qualifications (such as health and social care, child care, learning and development, or community service).

How many credits are required to complete this course?

This course requires 16 credits for completion.

Is this course approved by any recognised awarding organisation?

Our courses are OFQUAL approved as we work with an approved awarding organisation called “Focus Awards”. This is a well-respected awarding organisation for vocational courses. This is the confirmation of their status-

https://register.ofqual.gov.uk/Detail/Index/1391?category=organisations&query=focus%20awards.

What career opportunities would I have after completion of this course?

The learner will have access to a variety of career prospects after successfully completing this course. The learner may advance toward achieving higher level skills by enrolling in a Level 3 Diploma or Certificate in Counseling Skills. Additionally, will be able to get a job role in which counselling skills are used e.g., key worker, care assistant, support worker, or teaching assistant.

What Skills will I learn?

Upon the completion of this course, you would be able to learn the following

  • addressing the wants and concerns of the helpee
  • utilising counselling techniques safely and ethically
  • putting self-awareness to use in the workplace (including reflecting on your own personality, personal history, and patterns of relating to others)
  • a variety of counselling strategies (including listening and responding skills, questioning techniques and response timings)
  • utilising feedback and reflection to improve counselling skills
How quickly will I receive my course material?

You will receive your course material right after getting enrolled in this course at our Virtual Learning Environment (Moodle).

What is the time frame to complete the qualification?

There is no time frame to complete the course. It’s a self-paced course. Learners can complete it within 4 weeks (fast track) up to 2 months.

Is there any practical requirement for this course?

There are no practical requirements for this course.

How will I get my work assessed?

You will submit your unit assignments to your personal dedicated tutor via a virtual learning environment called Moodle. The tutor will mark and provide you with feedback on your assignment. You can resubmit an assignment as many times as you need to. 

What sort of assistance will I get while I'm studying in this course?

You will receive your login information for our learning platform after enrolling. You may discover all the tools, instructions, tasks, advice, and resources you need right here to excel in your studies. Throughout the course, you will receive committed support from a tutor who will provide you with advice. Your tutor will help you comprehend the instructions, learning objectives, and evaluation criteria for the course and will also recommend additional readings to help you fully understand the topics. 

What if I still have any questions?

Please refer to our main FAQs section or Contact Us; we have experienced course advisers who will be happy to assist you.

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The Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills (RQF) is a UK OFQUAL accredited 100% online, competency-based qualification for learners with little or no counselling expertise who are interested in beginning the process of becoming an authorised counsellor.

£160 £99


Apply Now

Overview

The Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills (RQF) is a UK OFQUAL accredited 100% online, competency-based qualification for learners with little or no counselling expertise who are interested in beginning the process of becoming an authorised counsellor. Learners who obtain this qualification will be prepared to apply various counselling skills and grasp and articulate the essential elements of an ethical framework and anti-discriminatory policies. It will also help build self-understanding and reflect on values and beliefs. Completing this qualification will facilitate the provision of assistance and support to others. Learners who complete this qualification will be able to obtain employment as a key worker, care assistant, support worker, or teaching assistant.

Scope of this Qualification

Individuals who are beginning their training as professional counsellors and whose current qualifications are in a related field (such as health and social care, child care, learning and development, or community service) as well as those who are interested in learning counselling skills for professional or helping roles and would like to improve their counselling skills, whether for professional or personal usage, will benefit from taking this course.

Duration and Delivery

This Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills is designed to be completed online at the pace that suits you the best. This Level 2 course can be completed in as little as 4 weeks up to 2 months, depending on your previous knowledge and dedication to the course. You have a great opportunity to fast-track completion earlier at the pace and time of your choice. The OFQUAL Regulated Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills course is delivered through our Virtual Learning Environment (VLE). Our 24/7 online tutor support is there to facilitate you to achieve your success rate accordingly.

Assessment and Verification

All units within this OFQUAL Regulated Level 2 qualification are internally assessed by our qualified assessors and externally verified by the awarding organisation. The assessment takes the form of written assignments. You will receive 24/7 tutor support once you are enrolled on our online portal (Moodle) to assist you in reaching your goals.

Progression

This is a thorough qualification for the Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills, which helps learners enhance their career profile. Successful completion of this 100% accredited online course enables learners to proceed to the following qualification:

  • Level 3 Award in Counselling Skills and Theory
  • Level 3 Certificate in Counselling Skills
  • Level 3 Diploma in Counselling Skills

Unit 1: Using Counselling Skills

Unit 2: Introduction to Counselling Skills Theories

Unit 3: Diversity and Ethics in the Use of Counselling Skills

Unit 4: Counselling Skills and Personal Development

Entry Requirements

Learner should:

  • be 16 years or above at the time of enrolment
  • have basic communication skills (discussing, presenting, reading and writing)

Practical Requirement

There are no practical requirements for this course.

How will I be assessed?

All units in the course will be assessed through a series of written assignments, which are submitted to and marked by your course tutor. You would attempt the tasks given in the assignments by giving knowledge-based responses and by writing essay-style accounts and reflections of your own practices.

Useful Knowledge that you will learn in the course

You will be able to:

  • Know how to establish a helping relationship
  • Know what core counselling skills are
  • Know elements of counselling theories
  • Know how to meet their own support needs
  • Know how self-reflection contributes to personal development

Level-6-Diploma-in-Teaching-and-Learning.jpg


  • Credits – 16


  • TQT – 160


  • GLH – 120


  • Recommended Course Duration – Up to 2 Months


  • Option to fast-track in 4 weeks is available.


Verify the Qualification


View Sample Certificate


Download Course PDF

Quick Enquiry

If you have any query, feel free to contact.

Enquire Now
Full Payment

Monthly Instalment

Standard

£99(incl. VAT)

  • £83 (excl. VAT)
  • Recommended Duration
    Up to 4 Months
  • Maximum Duration Allowed
    6 Months
  • Re-registration charges after Maximum Duration
    £15
  • Tutor Support
    Unlimited
  • Assessment Decision and Feedback
    Within 72 hours
  • Suitable for
    Professionals studying alongside their jobs, who do not require fast tracking.
  • Not suitable if
    You are certain that you won’t be able to study regularly to complete in the maximum timeframe suggested.


Proceed

Fast Track

£110(incl. VAT)

  • £92 (excl. VAT)
  • Recommended Duration
    Up to 4 Months
  • Maximum Duration Allowed
    6 Months
  • Re-registration charges after Maximum Duration
    £10
  • Tutor Support
    Unlimited – Priority
  • Assessment Decision and Feedback
    12-24 hours
  • Suitable for
    Fast track completion, fast tutor support, prompt assessor feedback
  • Not suitable if
    You are not able to devote extra time on the course because of work or personal commitments, as fast tracking is largely reliant on your own efforts.


Proceed

Flexi

£120(incl. VAT)

  • £100 (excl. VAT)
  • Recommended Duration
    Up to 4 Months
  • Maximum Duration Allowed
    24 Months
  • Re-registration charges after Maximum Duration
    £5
  • Tutor Support
    Unlimited – Priority
  • Assessment Decision and Feedback
    24-72 hours
  • Suitable for
    Professionals who do not want any pressure to complete the course in the recommended duration.
  • Not suitable if
    You are able to study regularly every week and are confident to complete the course within the recommended duration.


Proceed

Standard

£114(incl. VAT)

  • £28.46 (incl. VAT)/Month
  • No. of instalments
    4
  • Recommended Duration
    Up to 4 Months
  • Maximum Duration Allowed
    6 Months
  • Re-registration charges after Maximum Duration
    £15
  • Tutor Support
    Unlimited
  • Assessment Decision and Feedback
    Within 72 hours
  • Suitable for
    Professionals studying alongside their jobs, who do not require fast tracking.
  • Not suitable if
    You are certain that you won’t be able to study regularly to complete in the maximum timeframe suggested.


Proceed

Fast Track

£125(incl. VAT)

  • £31.31 (incl. VAT)/Month
  • No. of instalments
    4
  • Recommended Duration
    Up to 4 Months
  • Maximum Duration Allowed
    6 Months
  • Re-registration charges after Maximum Duration
    £10
  • Tutor Support
    Unlimited – Priority
  • Assessment Decision and Feedback
    12-24 hours
  • Suitable for
    Fast track completion, fast tutor support, prompt assessor feedback
  • Not suitable if
    You are not able to devote extra time on the course because of work or personal commitments, as fast tracking is largely reliant on your own efforts.


Proceed

Flexi

£137(incl. VAT)

  • £22.77 (incl. VAT)/Month
  • No. of instalments
    6
  • Recommended Duration
    Up to 4 Months
  • Maximum Duration Allowed
    24 Months
  • Re-registration charges after Maximum Duration
    £5
  • Tutor Support
    Unlimited – Priority
  • Assessment Decision and Feedback
    24-72 hours
  • Suitable for
    Professionals who do not want any pressure to complete the course in the recommended duration.
  • Not suitable if
    You are able to study regularly every week and are confident to complete the course within the recommended duration.


Proceed

Why choose BSHC?

Instant Access to VLE

You can have instant access to the course; once you enrol on the course, you can start studying immediately.

Expert Tutor Support

Our courses are designed to provide a dedicated online tutor support to learners throughout the course for ongoing assistance.

Flexible Payment Plans

Flexible payment plans to suit your budget; pay fee in easy monthly instalments.

Accredited Certification

You will receive your accredited certificate and transcript at no additional cost from our approved awarding body.


watch video

Frequetly Ask Questions

Who is this course for?

This course is designed for individuals with little or no counselling knowledge who desires to become employed or self-employed counsellor and wish to learn and improve their counselling skills for professional or helping roles. Also, for those who already possess relevant qualifications (such as health and social care, child care, learning and development, or community service).

How many credits are required to complete this course?

This course requires 16 credits for completion.

Is this course approved by any recognised awarding organisation?

Our courses are OFQUAL approved as we work with an approved awarding organisation called “Focus Awards”. This is a well-respected awarding organisation for vocational courses. This is the confirmation of their status-

https://register.ofqual.gov.uk/Detail/Index/1391?category=organisations&query=focus%20awards.

What career opportunities would I have after completion of this course?

The learner will have access to a variety of career prospects after successfully completing this course. The learner may advance toward achieving higher level skills by enrolling in a Level 3 Diploma or Certificate in Counseling Skills. Additionally, will be able to get a job role in which counselling skills are used e.g., key worker, care assistant, support worker, or teaching assistant.

What Skills will I learn?

Upon the completion of this course, you would be able to learn the following

  • addressing the wants and concerns of the helpee
  • utilising counselling techniques safely and ethically
  • putting self-awareness to use in the workplace (including reflecting on your own personality, personal history, and patterns of relating to others)
  • a variety of counselling strategies (including listening and responding skills, questioning techniques and response timings)
  • utilising feedback and reflection to improve counselling skills

How quickly will I receive my course material?

You will receive your course material right after getting enrolled in this course at our Virtual Learning Environment (Moodle).

What is the time frame to complete the qualification?

There is no time frame to complete the course. It’s a self-paced course. Learners can complete it within 4 weeks (fast track) up to 2 months.

Is there any practical requirement for this course?

There are no practical requirements for this course.

How will I get my work assessed?

You will submit your unit assignments to your personal dedicated tutor via a virtual learning environment called Moodle. The tutor will mark and provide you with feedback on your assignment. You can resubmit an assignment as many times as you need to. 

What sort of assistance will I get while I’m studying in this course?

You will receive your login information for our learning platform after enrolling. You may discover all the tools, instructions, tasks, advice, and resources you need right here to excel in your studies. Throughout the course, you will receive committed support from a tutor who will provide you with advice. Your tutor will help you comprehend the instructions, learning objectives, and evaluation criteria for the course and will also recommend additional readings to help you fully understand the topics. 

What if I still have any questions?

Please refer to our main FAQs section or Contact Us; we have experienced course advisers who will be happy to assist you.

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Iqbal Ahmad

Academic Interest

Teachers training up to postgraduate level, assessment and quality assurance, management and leadership training

Qualifications

Accounting and Finance

  • Certified Accounting Technician (CAT)
  • B.Sc (hons) in Applied Accounting from Oxford Brooked University
  • Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)
  • Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA)

Management and Leadership

  • Postgraduate Diploma in Management Studies from London International College
  • Master of Business Administration from Anglia Ruskin University
  • Level 7 Diploma in Education Management and Leadership
  • Doctorate candidate for DBA at University of the West of Scotland

Humanities

  • MA Abrahamic Religions from Heythrop College, University of London

Education and Training

  • Level 3 Award in Mathematics for Numeracy Teaching
  • Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement
  • Level 4 Certificate in Leading the Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment
  • Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training
  • Postgraduate Certificate in Learning and Teaching in the Higher Education from Kingston University
  • Senior Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy (SFHEA)
Profile Summary

A keen learner myself, I am actively involved in a range of teachers training courses for the past few years all the way up to postgraduate level. I have extensive experience of dealing with the awarding organisation compliance because of a strong background in assessment and quality assurance. I have trained a wide range of teaching professionals working in a range of schools, sixth form colleges and in the higher education sector.

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Saheed Arinola Ayinde

Academic Interest

Assessment and quality assurance in academia, business, accounting and finance lecturing, and teacher training.

Qualifications

Accounting and Finance

  • MBA in Accounting and Finance at the University of East London
  • BSc. (Hons) Accounting and Finance

Management and Leadership

  • MSc. International Business Management at the University of Gloucestershire

Education and Training

  • Fellow of Higher Education Academy (FHEA – Ref: PR134295)
  • Level 3 Education & Teaching Training (E & T/PTLLS)
  • Level 3 Training, Assessment, & Quality Assurance (TAQA)
  • Successfully mentored a Trainee on the PGCE/PCE Programme
Profile Summary

I have over 15 years’ experience in teaching and training. During this time, I have undertaken teacher training, been a lecturer and course supervisor for ICM, and cohort leader and lecturer for HND (BTEC-Pearson). I have taught business management units/modules at various levels (and awarding bodies) including Certificate, Diploma, Advance Diploma, and Foundation degree levels. I enjoy learning through continuous professional development and have achieved my Fellowship with the Higher Education Academy. I enjoy utlising my experience in training, assessment, and quality assurance to train the education professionals of the future.

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Justin O'Connor

Academic Interest

Coaching and management, learning and development, ICT, mental health, and both internal and external quality assurance.

Qualifications

Education and Training

  • D32- Assessing candidate performance
  • D33- Assess candidate using different sources of evidence
  • D34- internally verify the assessment process
  • D36- Accreditation of prior learning
  • V2- External Verification Quality Assurance
  • Certificate in Education [Anglia University]
  • End Point assessment qualification
  • Functional skills English Level 2
  • Functional Skills Maths Level 2

ICT

  • NVQ Installation and Support Level 1
  • NVQ Installation and Support Level 2
  • NVQ Installation and Support Level 3
  • A+ Hardware and software installation Level 3
  • Microsoft Certified Professional
  • Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer
  • ECDL advanced trainer

Health and the Mind

  • Awareness of mental Health [L2]
  • Counselling and CBT Level 4
  • Psychotherapeutic counselling and hypnotherapy [L5] working towards 3-year course

Management and Leadership

  • Management level 3 [NVQ]
  • Management Level 4 [NVQ]
  • Strategic Direction and Leadership Level 8 [CMI]

Coaching and Mentoring

  • Coaching and Mentoring Level 3 [ILM]
  • Coaching and Mentoring Level 5 [ILM]
  • Coaching and Mentoring Level 7 [CMI]
Profile Summary

I have had a long career in teaching, assessing, and quality assurance (both internal and external). I started my career in retail, and over a period of eight years, became a supermarket store manager, self-employed contracts manager and an area manager overseeing sixteen CTN stores. I stepped into Education commencing as an assessor then internal verifier. Within two years I was a qualified post sixteen teacher focussing on IT, quickly becoming a Microsoft Certified Engineer. Combining the role of teacher/assessor and IT Manager, whilst in the post of a local government officer, I supported a range of sector areas through delivery of apprenticeships and private courses. Since 2007 I have also worked for awarding bodies holding a position as External Quality Assurer for fourteen years and also becoming a technical expert in coaching mentoring and management.

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Ian Baxter

Academic Interest

Initial and Post-Graduate Teacher Training, Quality assurance and compliance in the Post-16 sector. An accomplished IQA and former EQA with extensive experience in both public and private sectors for training, quality assurance and personnel development in the UK and Middle East.

Qualifications

Education and Training

  • Fellow of the Society for Education and Training [Institute for Learning]
  • Post-16 Certificate in Education [Distinction]
  • MSc in Education Management
  • Assessor NVQ Award
  • Internal Verifier NVQ Award
  • External Verifier NVQ Award
  • Recognition of Prior Learning NVQ Award
  • Exam Audit and Invigilation Award
Profile Summary

I am an experienced practitioner with over 40 years’ service in the Post-16 education sector and am an acknowledged specialist and consultant in the principles and practices of competency-based vocational education and work-based learning awards [VET/WBL]. Over the last 30 years, I have developed and applied skills in the assessment and quality assurance of VET/WBL awards and held senior roles in the auditing of these. In parallel, I am an accomplished Senior Lecturer in the field of professional development and Initial Teacher Training across the post-16 curricula and have substantive and up-to-date experience of internally and externally quality assuring these programmes too.

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Faiz Subhani

Academic Interest

Teacher training, assessment and quality assurance practice, and business administration lecturing and research.

Qualifications

Business Administration

  • Doctorate in Business Administration (awaiting viva), University of West Scotland, London Campus
  • Master’s in business administration, Cardiff Metropolitan University, UK
  • Bachelor’s in commerce, University of Punjab, Pakistan

Accounting and Finance

  • MSc in international banking, finance, and risk management, Glasgow Caledonian University
  • Advanced Diploma in Management Accounting, CIMA

Education and Training

  • Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (SFHEA)
  • Post Graduate Certificate in Higher Education (PGCHE), University of London, UK
  • End Point Assessment Training, Innovate Awarding
  • Level 3 Award in Assessing Vocationally Related Achievement, Highfield
  • Level 4 Award in the Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes and Practice, Highfield
Profile Summary

I am an enthusiastic educationist who is a fellow of the higher education academy and I have completed my Doctorate of Business Administration. I worked as an accountant and business consultant up until 2017, where I started exploring my capabilities in academia and teaching. From that point, I haven’t looked back, and have gone from strength to strength. I am engaged in lecturing, assessment, and quality assurance in the areas of business administration, accountancy, marketing, and teacher training, where I can impart my teaching skillset onto my students.

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Rahaman Hasan

Academic Interest

Teachers training, assessment and quality assurance, quality assurance in academia, management and leadership training and research.

Qualifications

Education and Training

  • Senior Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy (SFHEA)
  • Preparing to Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector (PTLLS)

Marketing

  • MA in Strategic Marketing, University of Greenwich, UK
  • BBA in Marketing, Independent University Bangladesh, Bangladesh

Management and Leadership

  • PhD in Entrepreneurship (passed viva), University of Essex, UK
  • MBA in General Management, University of Wales, UK
  • Diploma in Business and Admin, UK

Humanities

  • Social Entrepreneurship, University of Oxford, UK
Profile Summary

I am a PhD candidate (passed viva) at the University of Essex. My specialisation in PhD is Entrepreneurship. I am an active researcher with specific interest in Entrepreneurship, SME, Marketing and UK Higher Education (UKHE). I have over 14 years work experience in UKHE, which includes extensive experience of quality assurance in the sector. Furthermore, providing academic training to teaching professionals in the higher education sector is my passion.

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Coral Bishop

Academic Interest

Assessment and quality assurance for levels 2 to 5 in Teacher Training, Leadership and Management, Health and Social Care, Customer Service and Childcare.

Qualifications

Education and Training

  • Level 4 Certificate in Teaching and Education
  • Advanced Level 3 Apprenticeship in Learning & Development
  • Level 5 Certificate Learning for All (Open University E242)
  • 120hr TEFL certificate
  • D32/33 and 34 Assessor and IQA Awards

Customer Service

  • Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Customer Service

Health and Social Care

  • MAKATON LEVEL 1
  • TQUK Level 2 Certificate in Understanding the Safe Handling of Medication
  • Level 3 Health and Social Care

Childcare

  • L3 Diploma in Pre-School Practice
Profile Summary

I have worked in education for 34 years, in various guises. I managed a busy nursery for 12 years before branching out into Assessment and Quality Assurance, more than 20 years ago. My practice has developed alongside the ever-evolving training and apprenticeship sector, and I have worked in many different settings, including colleges, private training agencies and a foster care agency. I also work part time as a Higher-Level Teaching Assistant for a local charity that supports higher level education for young people with Special Educational and/or behavioural needs and as a tutor for a bespoke programme for one-to-one support. I really enjoy supporting learners of varying abilities and experience to achieve their best and to become qualified in their chosen field.

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Francis Fitzgerald

Academic Interest

Accountancy and assessor training, as well as assessment and quality assurance.

Qualifications

Accounting and Finance

  • AAT Level 2 Foundation Certificate in Bookkeeping
  • AAT Level 3 Advanced Diploma in Accounting
  • AAT Level 4 Professional Diploma in Accountin

Education and Training

  • Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement
  • Level 4 Certificate in Leading the Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment
Profile Summary

I have experience in the finance and accounting sector and utilise these skills to approach education in a methodical and logical manner. I am passionate about the advancement and implementation of efficient teaching and learning practices. I am responsible for centre liaison with awarding bodies to ensure compliance, and am advancing my skills in assessment and quality assurance through learning and on the job training.

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Neha

Academic Interest

Assessment and quality assurance, management, and leadership training.

Qualifications

Education and Training

  • Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement
  • Level 4 Certificate in Leading the Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment
  • Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training (currently undertaking)

Accounting and Finance

  • BS (Hons) in Accounting and Finance from National College of Business Administration and Economics, Lahore, Pakistan.
Profile Summary

I am an experienced assessor, adept at developing fair assessments and reporting all findings in the proper format. I have been actively involved in a range of teachers training courses for the past years all the way up to postgraduate. I am interested in developing a career which combines teaching and research, while maintaining my interest in public engagement.