University of the Sunshine Coast

Bachelor of Counselling

Nationally Recognised Higher Education

Help people with their mental health and emotional wellbeing. The program is designed to provide the skills to become a professionally accredited counsellor. You will be equipped with a wealth of counselling knowledge applicable to a variety of career pathways, as well as being taught skills to work ethically with clients who seek help.

Explore counselling theories and skills, positive psychology, communication and relationships, family counselling and crisis intervention, grief and loss and cultural diversity.

Choose electives to link with areas that will expand your career options.

Learn with like-minded peers at either our Sunshine Coast or Moreton Bay campuses, delivered by blended learning.

Delivery mode

University of the Sunshine Coast offers this course through the following delivery modes:

On campus

Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.

Locations
  • 90 Sippy Downs Drive, Sippy Downs
  • 1 Moreton Parade, Petrie

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.

Recommended prior study

English

Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

Estimated Fee* $43,428 $75,000 Fees are based on full-time study.

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For more information about this course and payment options, please enquire with University of the Sunshine Coast.
Study mode On Campus
Duration 3 Years
Estimated fee* $43,428 $75,000

Career opportunities

The Bachelor of Counselling will prepare you for the following roles.

Counsellor

Counsellors help their clients work through a range of personal problems including issues relating to relationships, home finances, work, parenting...

Avg yearly income $85,020
Entry barriers Low

Family Counsellor

Family Counsellors help families in crises and challenging situations, ensuring the individual wellbeing of each family member as well as the whole...

Avg yearly income $93,600
Entry barriers Low

Marriage Counsellor

Marriage Counsellors work with couples who are having relationship difficulties, helping them explore areas of conflict and find strategies to reso...

Avg yearly income $83,200
Entry barriers Low

About University of the Sunshine Coast

As a university with a strong commitment to achieving sustainability in terms of teaching, research and how we operate, we’re thrilled to be the top ranked Queensland university in the 2023 THE Impact Rankings. The Times Higher Education Impact Rankings are the only global performance tables that assess universities against the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and measure the social and economic impact of an institution.

UniSC offers flexible study options at a network of teaching locations between Brisbane and the Fraser Coast.

UniSC is committed to creating a work and study environment which values the rich diversity of its staff and students.

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