Mervic College

CHC51015

Diploma of Counselling

Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)

This qualification reflects the role of counsellors, who work with clients on personal and psychological issues using established counselling modalities. They use communication, micro-counselling and interviewing skills and draw on varied counselling therapies to assist clients. At this level, the counsellor will be working in defined and supported counselling roles in established agencies rather than in independent practice. This course provides an excellent pathway to Higher Education for specialisation in counselling and psychotherapy.

Delivery mode

Mervic College offers this course through the following delivery modes:

Blended

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


Locations
  • 227 Bell St, Preston

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

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

Course fees

Estimated Fee* $8,500 $0 Fees are based on full-time study.

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Study mode Blended
Duration 12 Months
Estimated fee* $8,500 $0

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 Mervic College

Mervic College is one of the leading private providers of vocational education and training in Australia renowned for quality training programs that are relevant to employment trends, delivered with excellence, and responsive to student needs.

We pride ourselves to deliver qualifications and vocational training that enable individuals to develop authentic skills, knowledge, and competencies required to enhance their employability and career opportunities.

We are committed to delivering quality training and skillsets that respond to current industry need. We make strategic choices that ensure delivery while maintaining sufficient financial resources.