Certificate in Advice and Guidance – Level 3
This qualification is developed for those who provide advice and guidance to clients.
Course Summary
Course Information for Students
Who is this course for?
This qualification is developed for those who provide advice and guidance to clients. It is applicable to those working in a range of services including government agencies, schools, colleges, universities, prison services, trade unions, voluntary services, charities and human resources.
Entry Requirements
There are no formal entry requirements, but you must be in a role where you are able to give advice and guidance.
What will you learn?
There are various optional units which will be agreed with your assessor at the initial skillscan stage. However, mandatory units are:
- Establish communication with clients for advice and guidance
- Support clients to make use of advice and guidance services
- Review own contribution to the service
How will you learn?
This course will be delivered off-site.
What will you need to bring with you?
Nothing additional is needed.
How will you be assessed?
You will be assessed via a variety of methods including work products, personal reports, questions and answers.
Where next?
You could progress to management or learning and development qualifications at various levels.
Who do you contact for more information?
For more information, contact Derby College Group on 0800 0280289 or enquiries@derby-college.ac.uk
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Course Information Last Updated On: December 4, 2025 1:09 pm
