78 weeks
Face-to-Face
Face-to-Face
28 April 2025 | 21 July 2025 | 13 October 2025 | 02 February 2026 | 27 April 2026 | 20 July 2026
Course Overview
About This Course
Where You Can Study
Available Locations
Sydney
72-82 Mary St, Surey Hills, NSW 2010
Eligibility
Entry Requirements
International Students:
- Students must be 18 years or above
- Have a minimum IELTS score of 5.5 or equivalent
- Complete a Pre-Enrolment Review prior to enrolment
- Complete an online language, literacy and numeracy (LLN) assessment (on campus)
- Basic–intermediate level of computer skills
- Proficient in English
- International Students require either an IELTS level of 5.5 or above with no band under 5.0 or TOEFL 46 (internet-based) or Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE) 42 or Cambridge English Advanced (CAE) score of 162 or OET score of B for each test component
Domestic Students:
- 18 years of age or older
- Satisfactorily completed Year 12 or equivalent
- Be able to read and comprehend course requirements
- Have an intermediate to advanced understanding of computers and the internet to assist with conducting research and complete assessments
Work Placement Requirements (if applicable):
- Hold a Working with Children Check
- Hold a National Criminal Police Check
- Are physically, mentally and emotionally healthy to respond appropriately to personal needs
- First Aid Course certificate
- Up to date immunisation including COVID19
Career & Study Pathways
Where this takes you
Quality & Recognition
Accreditation & Migration
Academic Regulator
ASQA
Professional Body
Australian Counselling Association (ACA) / PACFA
Accreditation Status
AccreditedSkills Assessor
ACA / PACFA
Course Content
Units of Competency
Recognise and respond to crisis situations
Establish and confirm the counselling relationship
Apply specialist interpersonal and counselling interview skills
Facilitate the counselling relationship and process
Research and apply personality and development theories
Research and apply learning theories in counselling
Select and use counselling therapies
Support counselling clients in decision-making processes
Develop, facilitate and review all aspects of case management
Work diverse people
Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety
Work legally and ethically
Reflect on and improve own professional practice
Provide loss and grief support
Elective unit
Promote and manage diversity
Elective unit
Facilitate the interests and rights of clients
Elective unit
Increase the safety of individuals at risk of suicide
Elective unit
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Is work placement compulsory for the Diploma of Counselling at AHSI?
Students enrolled in this qualification are NOT required to undertake work placement; however, AHSI may give opportunities to students to undertake work placement if they wish to. If students choose to participate, they must hold a Working with Children Check, a National Criminal Police Check, a First Aid Course certificate, and be up to date with immunisations including COVID-19.
Is the Diploma of Counselling accredited by any professional body?
Yes, the CHC51015 Diploma of Counselling at AHSI is accredited by the Australian Counselling Association.
How many units does the Diploma of Counselling consist of?
This qualification consists of 17 units of competency, made up of 13 core units and 4 elective units.
What are the English language requirements for international students applying to the Diploma of Counselling?
International students require either an IELTS level of 5.5 or above with no band under 5.0, or TOEFL 46 (internet-based), or Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE) 42, or Cambridge English Advanced (CAE) score of 162, or OET score of B for each test component.
What career opportunities are available after completing the Diploma of Counselling?
Graduates may pursue careers as a Social Worker, Domestic and Family Violence Counsellor, Youth Worker, Case Management Supervisor, Case Worker or Case Manager, Community Services Worker, Community Services Manager, Careers Counsellor, Drug and Alcohol Counsellor, Family and Marriage Counsellor, Pathway to Rehabilitation Counsellor, or Student Counsellor.
Application
How to Apply
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Step 02
Submit Documents
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Step 03
Get Enrolled
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