Diploma of Counselling

The course duration is 52 weeks for both domestic and international students. Please note that duration in weeks may vary depending upon the amount of contact days per week, and may also vary depending on the cohort and industry requirements.

The course is delivered either Face to Face and Practical Simulations (campus onsite delivery in the classroom with an educator face to face including simulation activities) or via Virtual Classroom via Zoom and Practical Simulations (Blended Learning), which involves interactive virtual classrooms with an educator in real-time for the theory component. Simulated observations must be attended face to face in the classroom under the supervision of a trainer.

ETEA utilises a range of assessment methods including question and answer/written assessment tasks, role play/practical demonstration and observation of skills (as applicable), and practical demonstration and observation of skills in a simulated environment (as applicable). Assessment will be either a Recognition of Prior Learning pathway or a Training and Assessment pathway.

Yes, you can apply for recognition of prior learning, academic credit and work experience towards this qualification. Through work, volunteer roles, family commitments and various tasks undertaken in everyday life, you build up a bank of knowledge and skills. The evidence of these skills and knowledge accumulated can be used to help you gain a qualification.

International students must have a minimum IELTS score of 6, or a minimum TOEFL score of 60, or a minimum PTE Academic score of 52, or a minimum Cambridge English Advanced (CAE) score of 169, or a minimum OET score of B for each component. International students must also be 18 years old or over and have completed year 12 or equivalent.