Western Sydney University

Graduate Diploma in Counselling

Nationally Recognised Higher Education

Counselling is a cross-disciplinary pathway into a career in helping people in distress. In counselling, clients learn about themselves and how they can make changes to improve their lives. This process requires you to build a dedicated helping relationship, for which you need high levels of skill, sensitivity, self-knowledge and ethical conduct. In contrast to some of the longer-established helping professions, counselling, as taught in this program, places greater emphasis on the creation of a therapeutic environment for the client than on specific techniques or the application of particular theoretical models.

This program offers an invaluable field placement, giving you the opportunity to work directly with clients whilst undergoing clinical supervision and incorporating learning on campus. In addition, you will learn how to critically examine theories and approaches in light of their contribution to a contemporary relational understanding and practice of counselling.

Delivery mode

Western Sydney University offers this course through the following delivery modes:

On campus

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


Locations
  • 169 Macquarie Street, Parramatta

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
  • Applicants must have successfully completed an undergraduate degree or higher in any discipline.
AND
  • Participate in a group interview on campus to demonstrate their suitability for the program.
Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

Estimated Fee* $0 - $14,476 $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:
$14,476
Standard Tuition:
$0
Full Fee Tuition:
$14,476
Full Fee Tuition:
$0
Enquire with Western Sydney University to find out more.
Study mode On Campus
Duration 24 Months
Estimated fee* $0 - $14,476 $0 Support may be available

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

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