Victoria University

Graduate Diploma in Counselling

Nationally Recognised Higher Education

The Graduate Diploma of Counselling will extend your expertise in counselling theory and practice.

You will cover:

  • psychological theory
  • counselling interventions and psychological therapies (either for adults, or children and adolescents)
  • an understanding of a range of presenting issues, including depression, anxiety, grief and loss
  • an understanding of the ethics of the ethics of counselling
  • practical skills through industry-based learning and placement.

The course is offered part-time over two years nd is designed to provide a professional foundation in counselling theory and practice.

Delivery mode

Victoria University offers this course through the following delivery modes:

On campus

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


Locations
  • City Campus - 370 Little Lonsdale Street, Melbourne

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
  • Completion of an Australian Bachelor degree (or equivalent) in any discipline; OR
  • Completion of an Australian Graduate Diploma (or equivalent) in a similar discipline.; AND
  • Suitability for the profession of counselling as determined at an interview.
Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

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Study mode On Campus
Duration 24 Months
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Career opportunities

The Graduate Diploma in 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

Psychotherapist

Psychotherapists help their clients overcome emotional and mental health problems like bipolar disorder, stress, and depression. They collect data...

Avg yearly income $83,200
Entry barriers Low

Rehabilitation Counsellor

A Rehabilitation Counsellor helps people navigate everyday issues brought on by disability, injury, addiction and poor health. They often are broug...

Avg yearly income $83,200
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

About Victoria University

For more than 100 years, Victoria University (VU) has offered accessible education to students in Melbourne’s west and beyond.

VU is one of only six universities in Australia to offer courses in both TAFE and higher education. From certificates to diplomas, degrees and postgraduate courses, you can begin your studies at any point and pathway between courses to achieve your goals, regardless of your starting point.

Our flexible approach to learning and teaching supports our strategic plan.

We aim to continue creating positive outcomes for education, industry and our community into the future.