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Professional training course · HRT-037

Certificate in Workplace Counseling

Employee wellbeing is a critical factor in organizational performance, productivity, and retention. Workplace stress, interpersonal conflicts, burnout, and personal…

  • 5 daysClassroom
  • 15Upcoming dates
  • 6Cities
  • £2,250Fees from

Course overview

Why Attend

Employee wellbeing is a critical factor in organizational performance, productivity, and retention. Workplace stress, interpersonal conflicts, burnout, and personal challenges can significantly impact employee engagement and overall organizational effectiveness.

Workplace counseling provides a structured approach to supporting employees, improving mental wellbeing, and creating a healthier and more supportive work environment.

This programme is designed to equip HR professionals, managers, and people-focused roles with the essential skills to understand, support, and respond to employee emotional and psychological needs within the workplace context—while maintaining professionalism, boundaries, and organizational policies.

Course Methodology

This programme is highly practical and interactive:

  • Real-world workplace scenarios and case studies
  • Role-playing and counseling simulation exercises
  • Guided discussions on employee wellbeing challenges
  • Practical communication and listening skill development
  • Tools and frameworks for workplace support

Course Objectives

By the end of this programme, participants will be able to:

  • Understand the principles of workplace counseling and employee wellbeing
  • Recognize signs of stress, burnout, and emotional distress
  • Apply effective listening and communication techniques
  • Support employees in a professional and ethical manner
  • Manage sensitive workplace situations appropriately
  • Improve workplace relationships and communication
  • Promote a positive and supportive organizational culture

Target Audience

This course is suitable for:

  • HR Professionals and HR Managers
  • Line Managers and Team Leaders
  • Employee Relations Specialists
  • Occupational Health and Wellbeing Officers
  • Supervisors and Department Heads
  • Professionals responsible for employee support

Target Competencies

Participants will develop competencies in:

  • Active listening and communication skills
  • Emotional intelligence and empathy
  • Workplace counseling techniques
  • Conflict management and resolution
  • Employee wellbeing awareness
  • Ethical handling of sensitive situations
  • Supportive leadership and people management

Course outline

  1. 1Day 1: Introduction to Workplace Counseling
    • Understanding workplace counseling concepts
    • Role of counseling in organizational wellbeing
    • Differences between counseling, coaching, and HR support
    • Ethical boundaries and confidentiality
    • Common workplace psychological challenges
    • Creating a supportive work environment
  2. 2Day 2: Communication and Listening Skills
    • Principles of effective communication
    • Active listening techniques
    • Building trust and rapport with employees
    • Non-verbal communication awareness
    • Handling difficult conversations
    • Practical listening exercises
  3. 3Day 3: Understanding Employee Wellbeing Challenges
    • Stress, burnout, and workplace pressure
    • Emotional and psychological responses at work
    • Identifying signs of distress
    • Work-related vs personal issues in the workplace
    • Supporting employees in sensitive situations
    • Case study: employee wellbeing scenarios
  4. 4Day 4: Workplace Counseling Skills in Practice
    • Basic counseling approaches for workplace settings
    • Supporting employees without diagnosing
    • Managing emotional conversations
    • Setting boundaries in HR and management roles
    • Referral to professional support services
    • Role-play: counseling conversations
  5. 5Day 5: Building a Supportive Workplace Culture
    • Promoting mental health awareness at work
    • Developing employee support systems
    • Managerial role in employee wellbeing
    • Preventing workplace stress and burnout
    • Policies and frameworks for wellbeing support
    • Final case study and action planning

Dates and fees

16NOV 16 - 20 Nov 20265 days ParisFrance £4,500per delegate Register
7DEC 7 - 11 Dec 20265 days MunichGermany £3,450per delegate Register
21DEC 21 - 25 Dec 20265 days LondonUnited Kingdom £4,250per delegate Register
11JAN 11 - 15 Jan 20275 days Kuala LumpurMalaysia £2,250per delegate Register
8FEB 8 - 12 Feb 20275 days LondonUnited Kingdom £4,200per delegate Register
8MAR 8 - 12 Mar 20275 days BarcelonaSpain £3,850per delegate Register
12APR 12 - 16 Apr 20275 days MunichGermany £4,250per delegate Register
10MAY 10 - 14 May 20275 days LondonUnited Kingdom £4,200per delegate Register
14JUN 14 - 18 Jun 20275 days AmsterdamNetherlands £4,250per delegate Register
12JUL 12 - 16 Jul 20275 days ParisFrance £4,500per delegate Register
9AUG 9 - 13 Aug 20275 days MunichGermany £4,250per delegate Register
13SEP 13 - 17 Sep 20275 days LondonUnited Kingdom £4,200per delegate Register
11OCT 11 - 15 Oct 20275 days Kuala LumpurMalaysia £2,250per delegate Register
8NOV 8 - 12 Nov 20275 days LondonUnited Kingdom £4,200per delegate Register
13DEC 13 - 17 Dec 20275 days BarcelonaSpain £3,850per delegate Register

Questions

Frequently asked questions

How long is the Certificate in Workplace Counseling course?

The course runs over 5 days of classroom training, usually Monday to Friday.

When is the next Certificate in Workplace Counseling course?

The next public date is 16 - 20 Nov 2026 in Paris. There are 15 upcoming dates in total.

Where is this course held?

Upcoming sessions run in Paris, Munich, London, Kuala Lumpur, Barcelona, Amsterdam.

How much does the course cost?

Fees start from £2,250 per delegate, depending on the city. Fees include tuition and course materials.

Do participants receive a certificate?

Yes. Delegates who complete the course receive a London Leadership Management Innovation certificate of completion.

Can this course be delivered in-house for our team?

Yes. LLMI can tailor and deliver this course privately for your organisation at your premises or in one of our training cities.

Course information last updated 14 November 2026.

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