Diploma of Counselling
Course Structure
CORE UNITS
CHCCCS019 Recognise and respond to crisis situations
CHCCSL001 Establish and confirm the counselling relationship
CHCCSL002 Apply specialist interpersonal and counselling interview skills
CHCCSL003 Facilitate the counselling relationship and process
CHCCSL004 Research and apply personality and development theories
CHCCSL005 Apply learning theories in counselling
CHCCSL006 Select and use counselling therapies
CHCCSL007 Support counselling clients in decision-making processes
CHCCSM005 Develop, facilitate, and review all aspects of case management
CHCDIV001 Work with diverse people
CHCDIV002 Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety
CHCLEG001 Work legally and ethically
CHCPRP003 Reflect on and improve own professional practice
ELECTIVE UNITS
CHCFAM003 Support people to improve relationships
CHCCCS017 Provide loss and grief support
CHCDFV001 Recognise and respond appropriately to domestic and family violence
CHCAOD001 Work in an alcohol and other drugs context
Entry Requirement
| Admission Requirements | |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age to Apply | 21 years of age and above at the time of commencement of the course. |
| Academic Entry Requirements | Successful completion of the Australian Year 12 or equivalent. |
| Language Requirement | |
|---|---|
| IELTS Score (Minimum) | IELTS Test Score of 6.0 overall (General or Academic). |
Career Opportunities
Job Outcomes
- Counsellor
- Case Worker
- Intake Counsellor
- Family and Marriage Counsellors
- Rehabilitation Counsellors
- Addiction Counsellors
- Business and Life Coaches
- Student Counsellors
- Youth and Refugee counselling
- Bereavement counsellors