Graduate Diploma of Counselling and Psychotherapy
Proteus Technologies Pty LtdHaymarket, Australia
Fee for international students
- Intakes
- February
- Duration
- 52 weeks
Programme facts
- Level
- Diploma
- Duration
- 52 weeks
- Language of teaching
- English
- Study mode
- Not published
- Credits
- Not published
- Intakes
- FebruaryTypical for this country
About this programme
Elevate Your Therapeutic Practice. Cultivate the art of counselling and psychotherapy with our Graduate Diploma. Gain practical skills in counselling, psychotherapy, and mental health that can be applied into the workplace upon graduating. Our Graduate Diploma delves into key therapeutic approachess. You will develop practical skills in client-centered practice to foster a strong therapeutic relationship. You will learn to navigate the complexities of human emotions, identity, and self-concept, enabling you to address clients’ needs effectively. You will explore mental health concepts, assessment processes, and treatment approaches, and consider the factors that impact a person’s mental wellbeing. The Graduate Diploma consists of subjects designed to build a strong foundation in therapeutic practice. Upon successful completion, students can further their learning by articulating into the Master of Counselling and Psychotherapy. This course aligns with the professional training standards of the Australian Counselling Association (ACA). This qualification is FEE-HELP approved for eligible applicants.
Entry requirements
- Prerequisites
- The course design provides four admission pathways with progression dependent on the applicant’s highest completed prior qualification. Admission Pathway 1 (Undergraduate Degree in Any Discipline): Applicants who have successfully completed a Bachelor Degree (or equivalent) in any discipline will commence with the first four subjects that make up the nested Graduate Certificate to obtain the fundamental knowledge and skills that underpins counselling and therapeutic practice. Admission Pathway 2 (Undergraduate Degree in Counselling or Psychotherapy): Applicants who have successfully completed a Bachelor Degree in counselling or psychotherapy may be eligible for credit via Advanced Standing for the first four fundamental subjects in the nested Graduate Certificate. Applicants must demonstrate equivalent knowledge and skills acquired through prior learning via detailed mapping and documentary evidence. Eligibility will be based on an assessment of prior learning against discipline equivalence, content, and learning outcomes. Course duration 1.5 years FT. Admission Pathway 3 (Specialist Psychotherapy Training): Applicants who have completed non-AQF accredited specialist psychotherapy training at a level and depth equivalent to a Bachelor Degree, such as a PACFA Accredited Specialist Psychotherapy Course, may be eligible for credit via Advanced Standing for the first four subjects in the Graduate Certificate. Admission will be considered on a case-by-case basis and applicants may
Data: CRICOS, Australian Government.