OCN NI Level 2 Award in the Principles of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (Online)
Entry Requirements
There are no formal restrictions on entry however learners must be at least 18 years of age.
Sessions per Week
1 Evening
This qualification is designed to provide the learner with an introduction to the principles of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and its associated benefits. Learners will gain to an understanding of what CBT is, will be aware of the advantages of using CBT and gain an understanding of how CBT is used in the therapeutic context.
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CPCAB Level 2 Understanding Substance Misuse (Online)
Entry Requirements
There are no formal restrictions on entry however learners must be at least 18 years of age.
Sessions per Week
1 Evening
This qualification is designed for learners who wish to develop their knowledge and understanding of substance misuse and its consequences. It is aimed at those who are currently working or supporting individuals affected by substance misuse.
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CPCAB Level 2 Award in Introduction to Counselling Skills (Online)
Entry Requirements
There are no formal restrictions on entry however learners must be at least 18 years of age.
Sessions per Week
1 Evening
This qualification is designed for those who are interested in pursuing a career in counselling and want to learn basic counselling skills to support them in their current roles. Learners will be able to establish boundaries, communicate empathic understanding, understand the importance of self-awareness and use listening and responding skills.
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OCN NI Level 2 Award in Awareness of Mental Health & Well-Being (Online)
Entry Requirements
There are no formal restrictions on entry however learners must be at least 18 years of age.
Sessions per Week
1 Evening
This qualification will provide learners with the knowledge and skills to work in roles that support mental health and well-being. Learners will also develop an awareness of mental health interventions and support strategies.
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CACHE Level 2 Understand Autism Spectrum Condition (In-Person at Strand Road Campus)
Entry Requirements
There are no formal restrictions on entry however learners must be at least 18 years of age.
Sessions per Week
1 Evening
This qualification aims to develop learners understanding autism and the principles in supporting individuals with autism.
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OCN NI Level 2 Introduction to Mindfulness and Reducing Anxiety (online)
Entry Requirements
There are no formal restrictions on entry however learners must be at least 18 years of age.
Sessions per Week
1 Evening
This qualification an introduction to children’s mindfulness and reducing anxiety in children. This course will provide parents and practitioners with techniques that they can use with children and young people that will in turn help them to handle negative emotions better, and give them tools that they can use throughout their lives.
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OCN NI Level 3 Award in Using Mindfulness Techniques to Reduce Anxiety in Children and Young People (Online)
Entry Requirements
There are no formal restrictions on entry however learners must be at least 18 years of age.
Sessions per Week
1 Evening
This qualification offers techniques, skills and strategies for reducing anxiety in children and young people using mindfulness. This course will provide parents and practitioners with techniques that they can use with children and young people that will in turn help them to handle negative emotions better and give them tools that they can use throughout their lives.
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OCN NI Level 3 Award in Understanding Adverse Childhood Experiences and Building Resilience (ACE’s) (Online)
Entry Requirements
There are no formal restrictions on entry however learners must be at least 18 years of age.
Sessions per Week
1 Evening
This qualification was developed to help learners understand Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs), their impact throughout an individual’s lifespan and how they might be mitigated or prevented.
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OCN NI Level 3 Award in Working with Children and Young People with Special Educational Needs (online)
Entry Requirements
There are no formal restrictions on entry however learners must be at least 18 years of age.
Sessions per Week
1 Evening
This qualification is designed to provide the practitioner with the skills and knowledge required to enable them to work effectively with children and young people with special needs.
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OCN NI Level 2 Award Managing Challenging Behaviour in Children & Young People (online)
Entry Requirements
There are no formal restrictions on entry however learners must be at least 18 years of age.
Sessions per Week
1 Evening
This qualification has been designed to enable the learner to understand the reasons for and effects of challenging behaviour in children and young people, how challenging behaviour may be managed and what support is available. The objectives of the qualification are to enable learners to understand the effects of challenging behaviour in children and young people and how it may be managed, to know how to seek support to deal with challenging behaviour in children and young people and to be able to plan an activity that may minimise challenging behaviour
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OCN NI Level 4 Certificate in Understanding Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACE’s and Building Resilience) (Online)
Entry Requirements
At least a Level 3 Qualification in a relevant discipline.
This qualification is designed for learners who wish to improve their knowledge of early brain development. The aim of this unit is to understand the impact of adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) on the stress response system of children and the nurturing role of the adult in supporting self-regulation through co-regulation. Aimed at those currently working with health and social care sector, education sector or within the community in a supportive role.
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OCN NI Level 4 Certificate Working with Parents (online)
Entry Requirements
Applicants must hold At least a Level 3 Qualification in a relevant discipline. Applicants must also be working in industry and engaging with parents as part of their role.
This qualification is targeted at Childcare Workers, Community Workers and Family Support Workers. The objective of this qualification is to enhance the skills and knowledge of practitioners by providing support to parents through promoting parent and child play, improving quality through parent support and supporting parents with multiple and complex needs.
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Open University Level 4 Certificate in Community Health & Recovery (In-Person at Strand Road Campus)
This part time course, held in the evening, is informed by the latest evidence-based practice and research. It will provide essential CPD for housing staff, social workers, nurses, youth workers and staff working in the area of addiction, harm reduction and recovery. It will also be relevant to people with lived experience who now work in a voluntary capacity to support others in the recovery process.
Entry requirements: All applications must satisfy Open University general entrance requirements for Certificate and Diploma courses. The standard offer for this course is 32 UCAS points and 5 GCSEs (Grade A, B or C) to include Maths and English or equivalent. Competence in written and spoken English is required and certificated evidence of GCSE English Language or accepted equivalent is required. Level 2 Essential Skills in Communication is acceptable
1 Evening per week, starting Thu 2nd October 2025, 5pm-9:30pm. Fully funded by DfE via Skill Up programme.
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