Aurora Training Institute

CHC51015

Diploma of Counselling

Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)

Do you like connecting with people and helping them become the best version of themselves? Our Diploma of Counselling course teaches you the skills to effectively communicate and apply a range of therapy techniques to empower others.

A Diploma of Counselling with Aurora Training Institute offers a path to a rewarding career as a counsellor. You will learn how to work effectively with people from different backgrounds and apply both practical and theoretical skills to create and maintain constructive client relationships.

Taught by highly skilled and experienced counsellors, our Diploma of Counselling course is accredited by the Australian Counselling Association. It’s a nationally recognised qualification that offers guidance for those entering the industry or building upon their career.

Delivery mode

Aurora Training Institute offers this course through the following delivery modes:

Blended

Combine the flexibility of online learning with the support of on campus learning.


Locations
  • Suite 25 “Acacia Centre Commercial” 340 Scottsdale Drive, Robina
  • 49 Annand Street, Toowoomba
  • U7, 290-292 Ross River Road, Aitkenvale

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.

Be a minimum of 18 years old

Provide a valid USI

Be eligible to study in Australia

Hold required criminal and working with children checks (if applicable)

Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

Estimated Fee* $0 - $7,995 $0 Fees are based on full-time study.
* Fees are indicative only and vary based on your circumstances and eligibility for government funding.
Standard Tuition:
$7,995
Standard Tuition:
$0
Full Fee Tuition:
$7,995
Full Fee Tuition:
$0
Enquire with Aurora Training Institute to find out more.
Study mode Blended
Duration 12 Months
Estimated fee* $0 - $7,995 $0 Support may be available

Career opportunities

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

Student Counsellor

Student Counsellors support students as they navigate the school, college, or higher education system. They conduct counselling interviews with stu...

Avg yearly income $96,200
Entry barriers Low

Family Support Worker

Family Support Workers work closely with parents and their families — providing guidance and emotional support, as well as identifying children and...

Avg yearly income $72,800
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

Youth Counsellor

Youth Counsellors support young people as they work through personal and emotional issues — helping them develop strategies for problems with relat...

Avg yearly income $78,000
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

Relationship Counsellor

Relationship Counsellors work with individuals, couples, and family groups who are having relationship difficulties. They are qualified to assist w...

Avg yearly income $83,200
Entry barriers Low

Mental Health Worker

A Mental Health Worker provides care and assistance to people with mental health issues. The area of mental health is quite broad and can include m...

Avg yearly income $78,000
Entry barriers Low

Crisis Support Worker

A Crisis Support Worker assists individuals facing immediate crises, providing emotional support and guidance. You may work in organisations focuse...

Avg yearly income $78,000
Entry barriers Low

Mental Health Practitioner

Mental Health Practitioners are qualified health professionals such as registered nurses, social workers, occupational therapists, and clinical psy...

Avg yearly income $76,596
Entry barriers Low

Mental Health Clinician

Mental Health Clinicians are public health professionals who facilitate interventions and create individual care plans for mental health patients....

Avg yearly income $98,332
Entry barriers Low

Crisis Counsellor

Crisis Counsellors are qualified mental health professionals who provide counselling support and activate crisis interventions for people who are i...

Avg yearly income $67,600
Entry barriers Low

Grief Counsellor

Grief Counsellors are registered mental health professionals who counsel and support clients through bereavement, grief, and loss. They use industr...

Avg yearly income $70,200
Entry barriers Low

Mental Health Counsellor

Mental Health Counsellors are qualified health professionals who provide counselling and psychotherapy (talk-therapy) services to their clients. Th...

Avg yearly income $69,004
Entry barriers Low

Mental Health Support Worker

A Mental Health Support Worker assists individuals with mental health issues in their daily lives and recovery journey. You might work in residenti...

Avg yearly income $73,840
Entry barriers Low

About Aurora Training Institute

Here at Aurora Training Institute, we provide you with exceptional education and training choices, whether you are looking for your first job, returning to the workforce, seeking a career change, or even a promotion with your current employer.

We are serious about providing you with world-class education and training at every stage of your personal and professional development.

Aurora Training Institute is a leading Australian nationally recognised Registered Training Organisation (RTO) of vocational education and training. We offer an extensive range of courses that are accredited under the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF), from Certificate through to Diploma level courses.