
Positive Ways Ltd
The Level 3 Peer Confidante course is taught via a blended approach using a combination of: Classroom based learning; Self-Study; Online Study; Practical role-play in real life peer group settings; case studies; and reflective practice.

The programme is made up of 12 units, each of which can be taken as a standalone course.
Level 3 consists of 6 skills and theory units and 6 personal development units.
To gain the qualification, all 12 units must be completed. However, you will gain a CPD certificate at the end of each unit.
Below is a list of units together with the Learning Outcomes for each unit, giving an outline of the topics you will expect to cover, during the course:
UNIT | LEARNING OUTCOMES |
Mutuality – Exploring Mutuality in the Art of Peering | Understand the concept of ‘Mutuality’ using their lived experience and narrate it to other peers |
Be able to use the ‘Peer Tree’ to explain the concept of ‘Peering’ to other peers | |
Understand the difference between the three peer roles within ‘Peering’ | |
Be able to integrate and apply the SHAPE, basic elements of Peer Support, to their own lived experience | |
Be able to critique a peer support group in action | |
Mutuality – Distinguishing between the Processes of Confidence, Dialogue & Conversation | Understand the three roles of Peering to the three key processes of ‘Confidence’, ‘Dialogue’ and ‘Conversation’ |
Be able to undertake an Essential Human Needs Appraisal | |
Be able to analyse the components of a good story in preparation for writing your own story | |
Be able to examine their sense and experience of ‘Transference’ in a group or 1:1 setting | |
Be able to critique a peer support group in action for their ‘Confidence’ and ‘Transference’. | |
Purposefulness – Apply key psychological theories, concepts, and ideas, including the DENT© view | Understand the critical psychological theories relevant to peer support |
Succinctly summarise Dynamic Experiential Narrative Theory (DENT©) | |
Implement questionnaires that assess a peer’s emotional state and quality of life | |
Be able to support a peer in setting goals | |
Critique how DENT© purposefulness model is relevant to an effective peer support group in action | |
Purposefulness – Demonstrate the principles & rules for delivering effective peering & peer support | Apply their personal values & social morals in developing mutuality |
Comprehend and follow the necessary professional ethics and laws to their role as peers | |
Analyse the importance of the DENT Peering Values | |
Analyse the importance of the DENT Peering Principles | |
Value the importance of Contracting in a Peer Coaching relationship | |
Action in the Outside World – Actively Applying Effective Listening | Describe the steps in the RIGAARIS process |
Establish rapport with peers quickly and effectively | |
Gather information from peers using active and effective listening skills | |
Apply listening skills in peer interactions | |
Reflect purposefully on peer interactions | |
Action in the Outside World -Turning Intention into Action; Moving from Confidante to Mentor | Clarify peer intentions and goals |
Appraise Peer Gifts, Strengths and Talents | |
Hold effective peer conversations that encourages a way forward | |
Explain the importance of rehearsal, implementation support and reviewing results | |
Summarise their peer development | |
Exploring the importance of self care through the You Know You LifeSeeker Model | Recognise the Importance of self-care to the peering role |
Recognise the 5 main Lifeseeker elements and 15 strands | |
Exploring the LifeSeeker Engage element for taking care of physical health | Engage with the engage element for supporting physical health |
Recognise your own level of need in relation to your surroundings; Nurturing yourself and others; and bonding with your tribe | |
Recognise obstacles and solutions to your personal growth in relation to the engage strands | |
Exploring the LifeSeeker Embrace element for taking care of emotional health | Engage with the Embrace element for supporting emotional health |
Recognise your own level of need in relation to emotional relatedness; honest acceptance; and mindful calmness | |
Recognise obstacles and solutions to your personal growth in relation to the Embrace strands | |
Exploring the LifeSeeker Envisage element for taking care of psychological health | Engage with the Envisage element for supporting psychological health |
Recognise your own level of need in relation to your life vision; the clarity of your thoughts & intentions; and the way you express your story | |
Recognise obstacles and solutions to your personal growth in relation to the envisage strands | |
Exploring the LifeSeeker Empower element for taking care of your interaction with the social world | Engage with the Empower element for supporting your interactions with the world |
Recognise your own level of need in relation to Intelligent Cooperation; your ability to focus your energy and efforts, and the extent to which you live your new story | |
Recognise obstacles and solutions to your personal growth in relation to the Empower strands | |
Exploring the LifeSeeker Evolve element for taking care of a pragmatic spiritual life | Engage with the Evolve element for supporting pragmatic spirituality |
Recognise your own level of need in relation to your values and rational for life; honing your intuition; and the extend to which you currently reflect and grow | |
Recognise obstacles and solutions to your personal growth in relation to the Evolve strands | |
Apply the concepts learned in the You Know You Lifeseeker Model to your peering role, evaluating the benefits of lifelong learning and continuous growth to yourself, and your peers |
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