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Diploma of Counselling Skills

  • Diploma

The Diploma of Counselling Skills offers foundational knowledge in counselling, covering theories, mental health, ethics, and professional development, preparing graduates for roles in community services and health industries.

Key details

Degree Type
Diploma
Duration
1 trimester full-time, 2 - 3 trimesters part-time
Course Code
101661
Study Mode
In person, Online
Intake Months
Feb, May, Sep
Domestic Fees
$22,664 per year / $22,664 total
International Fees
$29,176 per year / $29,176 total

About this course

Overview

The Diploma of Counselling Skills (DipCounSk) provides an introduction to the field of counselling and provides graduates with a strong skills foundation and theory base from which to provide community service and counselling support within the community services and health industries. The course introduces students to counselling theories as well as an understanding of mental health and wellness, ethical and legal practice, and personal and professional development. This course has been accredited by ACAP under its self-accrediting authority. *This course is not available to international students on campus in Perth, Byron Bay, Brisbane or Adelaide.

Entry requirements

Domestic entry requirements

  • Be 21 years or above at the date of commencement; or
  • Completed a Senior Secondary Certificate of Education (or equivalent); or
  • Completed a Certificate IV or above (or equivalent); or
  • Successfully gained admission to an undergraduate degree at an Australian University (or equivalent)

Domestic students must also:

  • Participate in a screening interview (typically by phone)

International entry requirements

  • Completed a Senior Secondary Certificate of Education (or equivalent); or
  • Completed a Certificate IV or above (or equivalent); or
  • Successfully gained admission to an undergraduate degree at an Australian University (or equivalent)

International students must also:

  • Participate in a screening interview (typically by phone); and
  • Be 18 years or above on arrival to Australia to commence studies

Minimum English Language Requirements International English Language Testing System (IELTS): Academic IELTS minimum overall band of 6.0 with no individual band below 5.5 (completed in the past two years); or Pearson Test of English (PTE): Academic PTE score of 52 (completed in the past two years).

If an alternative to IELTS or PTE is being supplied as part of the application, please read more information on English Language Test Equivalency.

Overseas qualifications must be deemed by ACAP as equivalent to Australian qualifications.

Study locations

Online

What you will learn

What you'll learn

Expertise in human behaviour forms the foundation of all our courses including our Diploma of Counselling Skills. EXPLORE WITH AN APPLIED FOCUS:

  • Reflective learning and practic
  • Psychology of health and wellness
  • Counselling skills
  • Personal and professional management
  • Development psychology
  • Social, legal and ethical frameworks

Career pathways

Once you graduate from the Diploma of Counselling Skills, you will open doors to a range of possible career opportunities. Listed below are a few typical roles you could consider.
  • Community Worker
  • Family Support Worker
  • Disability Support Worker

Course structure

Course structure

The Diploma of Counselling Skills course is comprised of 8 units, which are level 100 units. To find out unit delivery information view the relevant Yearly Planner.

The course duration is 1 year full time or part time equivalent. For more information on the recommended course sequence click here.

Credit for prior study or work

Graduates of the Diploma of Counselling Skills can utilise these skills to enhance their current occupation. Completion of the course can also be a pathway to further learning, such as credit towards the Bachelor of Counselling. Please discuss credit for recognition of prior learning with an ACAP team member prior to enrolment.

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