Course overview
The Diploma of Counselling Skills provides an introduction to the field of counselling and provides graduates with a strong skills foundation and theory base from which to provide community service and counselling support within the community services and health industries.
The course introduces students to counselling theories as well as an understanding of mental health and wellness, ethical and legal practice, and personal and professional development.
Course record
Career Opportunities
Graduates can take their first step towards a career in counselling, applying skills that suit a range of occupations and settings.
Majors
Counselling Skills, Development Psychology, Personal and Professional Management, Psychology of Health and Wellness, Reflective Learning and Practice, Social, Legal and Ethical Frameworks.
Entry requirements
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Standard entry
- Current Year 12 graduates Educational outcomes considered for selection All applicants must meet one of the following requirements: Completion of a Senior Secondary Certificate of Education (or equivalent)
- or Completion of a Certificate IV or above (or equivalent)
- or Have been admitted to an undergraduate degree at an Australian University (or equivalent) English language test selection International students must provide evidence of English language proficiency equivalent to the IELTS scores indicated below. Please visit our website for more information on International Entry Requirements. SEAS (Special Entry Access Scheme) Applicants who have experienced educational disadvantage are encouraged to apply for the Special Entry Access Scheme (SEAS). Depending on eligibility and your circumstances, a SEAS application may provide support for your course application. For further information go to ACAP University College SEAS information and the ACAP University College website Recent Year 12 graduates Educational outcomes considered for selection All applicants must meet one of the following requirements: Completion of a Senior Secondary Certificate of Education (or equivalent)
- or Have been admitted to an undergraduate degree at an Australian University (or equivalent) English language test selection International students must provide evidence of English language proficiency equivalent to the IELTS scores indicated below. Please visit our website for more information on International Entry Requirements. SEAS (Special Entry Access Scheme) Applicants who have experienced educational disadvantage are encouraged to apply for the Special Entry Access Scheme (SEAS). Depending on eligibility and your circumstances, a SEAS application may provide support for your course application. For further information go to ACAP University College SEAS information and the ACAP University College website Applicants with Higher Education study Entire academic record This course uses the entire academic record as part of its selection considerations. English language test selection International students must provide evidence of English language proficiency equivalent to the IELTS scores indicated below. Please visit our website for more information on International Entry Requirements . SEAS (Special Entry Access Scheme) Applicants who have experienced educational disadvantage are encouraged to apply for the Special Entry Access Scheme (SEAS). Depending on eligibility and your circumstances, a SEAS application may provide support for your course application. For further information go to ACAP University College SEAS information and the ACAP University College website Applicants with VET study Entire academic record This course uses the entire academic record as part of its selection considerations. English language test selection International students must provide evidence of English language proficiency equivalent to the IELTS scores indicated below. Please visit our website for more information on International Entry Requirements . SEAS (Special Entry Access Scheme) Applicants who have experienced educational disadvantage are encouraged to apply for the Special Entry Access Scheme (SEAS). Depending on eligibility and your circumstances, a SEAS application may provide support for your course application. For further information go to ACAP University College SEAS information and the ACAP University College website Applicants with work and life experience Entire academic record This course uses the entire academic record as part of its selection considerations. English language test selection International students must provide evidence of English language proficiency equivalent to the IELTS scores indicated below. Please visit our website for more information on International Entry Requirements . SEAS (Special Entry Access Scheme) Applicants who have experienced educational disadvantage are encouraged to apply for the Special Entry Access Scheme (SEAS). Depending on eligibility and your circumstances, a SEAS application may provide support for your course application. For further information go to ACAP University College SEAS information and the ACAP University College website
Student profile
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Campuses & intake dates
- MelbourneVIC