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52 weeks
Online Recorded, Online Live, Mixed Mode, Face to Face, Live Intensive
Full time / Part time / Online / On-campus / Blended
March (S1) | August (S2) | November (Summer)
Course Overview
Where You Can Study
Hobart
45 Melville Street, HOBART, TAS 7000
Eligibility
Career & Study Pathways
Quality & Recognition
Academic Regulator
TEQSA
Professional Body
Australian Counselling Association (ACA) / PACFA
Accreditation Status
AccreditedSkills Assessor
ACA / PACFA
Course Content
Foundations in Social Research, Writing, and Methods
Faith and Purpose
Psychology of Emotion and Wellbeing
Interpersonal Communication Skills
Foundations of Professional Practice
Mental Health
Human Lifespan Development
Applied Counselling Theories
Common Questions
Yes, the Graduate Diploma of Counselling is accredited by the Australian Counselling Association (ACA) and the Christian Counsellors Association Australia (CCAA). Please note that full accreditation requires the completion of the Master of Counselling.
Yes, the Graduate Diploma of Counselling offers a pathway into the Master of Counselling. The course includes eight core subjects and offers flexibility to continue your studies at the Master's level.
Applicants must have completed an AQF Level 7 Bachelor degree (or higher) in any discipline from an authorised institution. International students must also demonstrate an IELTS (or equivalent) score of 6.5, with no score below 6.0 in any of the four skills areas.
The Graduate Diploma of Counselling is available via Online Recorded, Online Live, Mixed Mode, Face to Face, and Live Intensive modes. Study locations include Online and Sydney, with some subjects available on campus — students should check the timetable to confirm location and mode.
The course costs $3,150 per subject and FEE-HELP is available to eligible students. The course consists of 8 subjects in total.
Application
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Step 02
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Step 03
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