Graduate Certificate in Counselling
Avondale University
Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Postgraduate
CRICOS: 02731D
The Graduate Certificate in Counselling is an introduction to the essential skills and theories used in the Counselling profession. Within the context of a Christian worldview, this course builds foundational counselling skills and introduces various counselling methods. Graduate Certificate in Counselling graduates will gain enhanced people skills as well as insights into human behaviour and common emotional disorders. With the ability to choose an elective, the Graduate Certificate is a flexible introduction to counselling and a pathway to becoming a qualified Counsellor. It is designed for those with a bachelor s degree in any discipline who seek a career change. However, the Graduate Certificate in Counselling does not allow the graduate to work as a qualified Counsellor. It provides a pathway into the Graduate Diploma of Counselling with full credit for all units completed.
Structure
The Graduate Certificate in Counselling consists of 4 units and requires 24 credit points for completion. Every unit has a 6 credit-point value.
Subjects
- CNSL41100 Fundamentals of Counselling
- CNSL41110Psychotherapy and Counselling Theories
- CNSL41120 Spiritual Perspectives on Emotional Disorders
- CNSL41160 Introduction to Psychology for Counselling
- CNSL41200 Interpersonal Approach and Treatment Strategies
- CNSL41240 Systemic and Family Therapy Approaches
Standard entry requirements
- GENERAL ADMISSION CRITERIA.
- To qualify for admission, you must have completed: An Australian Qualifications Framework AQF Level 7 Bachelors degree (or higher) from an accredited university or higher education provider.
- An overseas qualification comparable to an Australian Qualifications Framework AQF Level 7 or higher.
- ADVANCED STANDING.
- Applicants with an Australian Qualifications Framework AQF Level 8 qualification (or higher) in a cognate area may be eligible for advanced standing (credit recognition). Refer to the Advanced Standing Policy for more information.
- INTERNATIONAL APPLICANTS The Graduate Certification in Counselling is available to domestic students and international students studying outside of Australia. The course is unavailable to international students in Australia on a student visa.
- ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS Applicants who completed their bachelors degree (or overseas equivalent) in a language other than English must demonstrate English language proficiency by achieving a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 overall with no sub-band below 6.0.
