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Edith Cowan University (ECU)

  • 19% international / 81% domestic

Master of Counselling

  • Masters (Coursework)

The world needs you to listen.

Key details

Degree Type
Masters (Coursework)
Duration
24 months part-time
Course Code
i90
Study Mode
Online
Intake Months
Jan, Mar, May, Jul, Sep, Nov
Domestic Fees
$42,350 per year

About this course

In a noisy world that is complex, uncertain and constantly changing, it's more important than ever that there are people who can listen.

The number of full-time counsellors continues to grow, and counselling skills are becoming increasingly relevant in other professions, such as nursing, social work, teaching and other community-based roles.

If you are passionate about making a difference to individuals, families and communities, ECU's online Master of Counselling will give you tools that you can apply to a range of settings.

ECU's online Master of Counselling has been accredited by the Australian Counselling Association (ACA) and will develop your capabilities in working with individuals and communities in a way that emphasises cultural awareness and person-centred approaches. You will learn how to translate and deliver counselling across modalities, as well as develop key practices to continue your own development.

You will also benefit from the opportunity to put your skills into practice on placement.

*Duration depends on individual study path and unit availability. Please speak to a Student Enrolment Advisor for advice.

Course code: i90

Study locations

Online

What you will learn

  • Entry criteria
  • Study online at ECU
  • Frequently asked questions
  • Speak to an advisor
  • Download Course Guide
  • The course has 12 units of study made up as follows:

    • Ten core units
    • Professional field placement (equivalent to two units)

    Work Placements

    Students will undergo 220 hours of professional placement with an approved organisation, including a minimum of 60 hours client contact, in which there is 16 hours of supervision. Professional placement can involve individual, group or couple counselling face-to-face or from a distance (online/remote). This provides you with the opportunity to apply theory to practice in a supervised setting.

    The Placement Team works on behalf of students to source placements; however, please note students in rural or remote locations may need to assist with securing a placement (or be flexible on travel and location of placement). Students undergoing a placement will also require satisfactory completion of a Working With Children Check and National Police Check, and many agencies will require an interview with students prior to starting.

    NOTE: It is anticipated that students will need to travel for the three-day intensive and placement component of the course. Both components will be held in Australia. The three-day intensive location is yet to be decided, but there will likely be an option of both Perth and an East Coast location. Students may also be required to travel to their nearest capital city to complete the placement component of this degree. Contact one of our Student Enrolment Advisors to discuss your circumstances.

    You also have the option of studying the Graduate Certificate of Counselling.