Training & Development
RASA Merseyside Education do their utmost to ensure that the learning experience for each individual is of a high standard and that all learners feel welcomed, listened to, encouraged and empowered on their learner journey.
We take pride in our facilities and our tutors who are passionate about the subject they teach, aiming to give learners not only the best learning experience but also the greatest opportunity to explore on a personal level in order to develop to their full potential.
Comments from some of our learners...
Thank you! I thoroughly enjoyed every minute of learning - it didn't feel like work! - Hannah
Thanks to the tutor I really enjoyed the course, can’t wait for the next one! - Sophie
I can't wait for the next stage now, my Wednesdays are too empty! – Kim
Excellent support provided, I felt listened to and I have grown in confidence, thank you so much – Stephen
I have learned invaluable skills that will help with my client private practice work, the whole process was engaging and enlightening! Thank you - Ann
The Aims of RASA Merseyside Education are:
- to promote the training and development of counselling skills
- to provide opportunities for continuing professional development
- to provide an inclusive culture in which all individuals are encouraged to participate fully and are treated on the basis of their abilities
- to provide high quality training delivered by passionate tutors
RASA Merseyside Education provides a wide range of counselling and related courses. Students enrol with assurance and confidence on our quality courses, some of which are fully accredited by The Skills and Education Group, or endorsed under The Quality Licence Scheme or by CPCAB.
RASA Merseyside Education offer a range of Qualifications as follows:
Qualifications Course Schedule for 2025:
Start date |
Course |
Day |
Weeks |
Time |
Fee |
Enrolment Fee |
07/01/2025 |
Level 3 - Counselling Skills Fast Track* |
Tues |
Ends July |
5.30-9pm |
£900 |
£64 |
08/01/2025 |
Level 3 - Counselling Skills Fast Track* |
Wed |
Ends July |
5.30-9pm |
£900 |
£64 |
06/03/2025 to 22/05/2025 |
Level 2 - Counselling Concepts |
Thurs |
10 (plus 2 week break for Easter holidays) |
6-9pm |
£150 |
£32 |
09/09/2025 |
Level 4 - Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling (2 Year Course) * |
Tues - Birkenhead (numbers permitting) |
34 each year |
5-9.30pm |
£3,000 (£1,500 per year) |
£170 |
11/09/2025 |
Level 4 - Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling (2 Year Course) * |
Thurs - Bootle |
34 each year |
5-9.30pm |
£3,000 (£1,500 per year) |
£170 |
16/09/2025 |
Level 3 - Counselling Skills* |
Tues |
32 |
6-9pm |
£900 |
£64 |
22/09/2025 |
Level 2 - Counselling Concepts |
Mon |
10 |
6-9pm |
£150 |
£32 |
*Please note that the following courses include some weekend training dates – with one residential for the Level 3 Counselling Skills courses and one per year for the Level 4 Diploma course. These are at an additional cost, which can be found on the enrolment form.
(If you have selected either the Level 3 Counselling Skills course, the Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling, CBT Level 5 or Supervision Course Level 6 you have the option to pay for the course via a monthly payment plan).
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RASA Merseyside Education also provide courses that are endorsed by The Quality Licence Scheme, these courses are provided to qualified therapists to encourage further growth and learning and to ensure safe practice when working with vulnerable clients.
Therapists can learn new skills such as Clinical Hypnotherapy and put these skills into their everyday practice to enhance client’s wellbeing. The courses are moderated by The Skills and Education Group and certification is provided by them, showing learners have met a high standard of learning and meet all the requirements expected of them.