Overview

A nationally accredited qualification in counselling. Informed by cognitive-behavioural approaches, guided self-help, and self-management, that support and respond to priority groups and populations. Graduates undertake a supervised industry placement working within a clinical context. 

Course offerings

Bedford Park

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Student guidance

Study planner
Program of study overview
Program of study notes

Admission requirements

Admission requirements
English Language requirements

Aims

The course aims to:

  • Develop competencies and professional attributes in evidence-based counselling assessments and interventions
  • Recognise the intersection between behaviour, physical and mental health within a contemporary socio-ecological perspective
  • Respects and responds to culture and diversity in practice
  • Understand the importance of collaboration through recognition of lived experience

Learning outcomes

On completion of the course you will be able to:
1.
Demonstrate an understanding of socio-ecological approaches that support integrated counselling practice
2.
Demonstrate competencies in the delivery of evidenced based health behaviour change strategies to address health impacting determinants
3.
Practice in an inclusive, culturally competent, and trauma-informed way
4.
Recognise the attributes and behaviours that build healthy professional relationships

Student progression rules

Except with the permission of the Dean (Education), the course must be completed in no more than six consecutive semesters.

Enrolment in on-campus availabilities is a requirement of accreditation standards. Students intending to articulate their studies with the accredited Master of Counselling (Behavioural Health), must enrol in on-campus availabilities of all MHSC topics. 

Professional accreditation and recognition

Professional accreditation