Australis College

CHC51015

Diploma of Counselling

Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)

Learn how to work with clients on personal and psychological issues using established counselling methods. You will also use communication, micro-counseling, and interview skills and draw on various counselling therapy techniques to assist clients.

This interactive and supportive counselling course offers specialisations that will guide you through strategies when working with clients. Together with practical application, it will provide you with valuable real-life industry experience where you can also build upon the skills and knowledge learned throughout the course.

The diploma also provides transferable skills that will further strengthen work performance for those in human resources, education, and community services. For those who want to specialise in counselling and psychotherapy, this course is also an excellent pathway to Higher Education.

Delivery mode

Australis College offers this course through the following delivery modes:

Blended

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


Locations
  • 138 Juliette Street, Greenslopes

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

Estimated Fee* Unknown
SA
  • SA Subsidised Training This training may be subsidised by the SA Government for eligible individuals. Places are limited.
Enquire with a course provider to check your eligibility.
* Fees are indicative only and vary based on your circumstances and eligibility for government funding.
Enquire with Australis College to find out more.
Study mode Blended
Duration 18 Months
Estimated fee* Unavailable

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 Australis College

Australis College is an award-winning Registered Training Organisation, but more importantly, we have many award-winning graduates. This is due to our focus on ensuring students graduate with the real-world skills, knowledge, confidence and next step know-how they need to advance in their chosen careers.

Your time and money now, and your future career, are too valuable and too important to risk with the wrong training provider. Please choose carefully.