We are proud to offer the COSCA Certificate in Counselling Skills, a validated 120-hour course delivered in person over 20 days at our welcoming base in Kirkintilloch.

Led by a member of the All Minds team who is also an accredited COSCA trainer, this course is thoughtfully designed for anyone interested in developing essential counselling skills — whether you’re taking the first steps towards a career in counselling, or looking to enhance your communication and interpersonal abilities in your current profession.

What does the course include?

Across four engaging modules, participants will explore:

• 🌱 Core counselling skills
• 🧠 Knowledge of counselling skills, ethical practice, and boundaries
• 🔍 Self-awareness and reflective practice
• 🗣️ Effective communication and active listening

You’ll gain a recognised qualification that can serve as a foundation for further counselling training, as well as a deeper insight into yourself and others. The COSCA Certificate is often used as a stepping stone into Diploma-level training and meets many entry criteria for further professional qualifications.

Who is it for?

This course is ideal for:

• ✅ Individuals considering a career in counselling or psychotherapy
• ✅ Professionals in roles where communication, empathy, and self-awareness are key
  (such as education, healthcare, social work, support work, and management)
• ✅ Anyone curious about personal development or improving how they connect with
  others

Whether you’re aiming to become a counsellor or simply want to build stronger, more meaningful relationships in your personal or professional life — this course is a powerful, transformative starting point.

The cost of the course is £950 when paid in full, or £250 per module (4 modules in total). Contact info@allminds.org.uk for more information, including dates of the next course scheduled.

Equip your team to support mental wellbeing in the workplace

Join us for a comprehensive 2-day Mental Health First Aid course designed to empower your team with the skills to recognise, respond to, and support mental health needs in the workplace.

This course is perfect for organisations looking to train designated Mental Health First Aiders, improve staff wellbeing, and promote a more compassionate, supportive culture.

What You’ll Learn:

• ✅ How to identify common mental health conditions
• ✅ Effective listening and communication skills
• ✅ How to approach someone in distress
• ✅ Mental health in the workplace: duties & best practice
• ✅ Crisis support and signposting

Just £90 per person for 8 to 16 people

Contact info@allminds.org.uk for more information