Course overview
The Bachelor of Arts (Counselling) is designed within a Christian worldview and equips students with the skills to support the mental health and wellbeing of others.
The course provides the opportunity to integrate counselling skills with psychotherapeutic theories, develop an in-depth understanding of mental health and emotional disorders, and apply counselling skills to specific client groups. The degree provides industry recognised preparation for future employment in both public and private sectors.
The course includes three options:
- Dual Specialisation in Counselling and Psychology,
- Counselling Specialisation with a Chaplaincy or Psychology Major, or
- Counselling Specialisation with a minor in an elective study area.
Psychology units are only available online and are completed through cross-institutional study at the University of New England (UNE).
Course record
Career Opportunities
Career opportunities
Bachelor of Arts (Counselling) graduates will be equipped to work within both private and public sectors. This course provides our graduates with the confidence and knowledge to apply a range of counselling approaches with their clients. Graduates are also eligible for membership in the Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia (PACFA).
Bachelor of Arts (Counselling) graduates develop skills for the following roles:
- Counsellor
- Marriage Counsellor
- Family Therapist
- School Counsellor
- Welfare and Youth Counsellor
- Telephone Counsellor
Majors
Areas of study
Chaplaincy, counselling, psychology.
Other Information
Practical experience
Students engage in a one-day per week clinical placement over the course of their final year of study. They will participate in the activities of a counselling organisation, including conducting counselling sessions, keeping clinical records, and providing referrals. The clinical placement brings together theoretical learning and skills practice and provides valuable industry experience.
Fees and charges
Entry requirements
Review the captured standard entry requirements, English requirements and additional notes for this course.
Standard entry
- Applicants with recent secondary education ATAR of 60 or above for domestic students after adjustment factors (see “How to Apply” section) ATAR of 60 or above after adjustment factors or equivalent for international students IELTS of at least 6.5 for international students with no sub-band below 6 for international students All applicants Refer to Avondale’s general admission criteria .
Student profile
Campuses & intake dates
- Lake MacquarieNSW