Check eligibility
Review professional qualifications, relevant experience and the requirements of the role you intend to pursue.
Professional pathways
Become a SpeakOut Counsellor
Explore a structured pathway to training, assessment and professional suitability review. We put safeguarding, appropriate qualifications and responsible practice first.
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Four clear stages.
Each stage builds toward safe, accountable involvement in SpeakOut programmes.
Complete training and assessment
Use the existing MindCheck learning and examination pathway. Existing training records and certificates remain in place.
Open learning pathway →Submit credentials for review
Follow the application and verification instructions. SpeakOut must assess identity, credentials, safeguarding and suitability.
Receive role-specific guidance
Only applicants who complete the required review may be considered for an appropriate role. Training completion alone does not authorize practice.