CHC51015 Diploma of Counselling
CHC51015 Diploma of Counselling (090797A)
| KEY INFORMATION |
| Duration: 78 weeks including holidays |
| AQF Level: 5 |
| Course Delivery: Face-to-Face and Blended Mode |
Course Description
This course will provide you with skills that will be extremely helpful in a variety of career pathways. If you are planning to embark on a career in counselling, are looking to improve your current career or want to further your own personal development our framework ensures you will be getting the most out your studies. As part of our counselling course you will become familiar with evidence-based counselling models, strategies and therapies as well as techniques from strength-based therapy.
Areas of Study
Community Services
Course Entry Requirements:
International Students
18 years of age or older
Completed an overseas equivalent of Year 12
Must meet Student Visa Requirements
Proficient in English International Students require either an
IELTS level of 6.0 or above or
TOEFL 60 (paper based) or
Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE) 50 or
Cambridge English Advanced (CAE) score of 52 or
OET score of PASS
Be able to read and comprehend course requirements
Have an intermediate to advanced understanding of computers and the internet to assist with conducting research and complete assessments
Domestic Students
18 years of age or older
Satisfactorily completed Year 12 or equivalent
Be able to read and comprehend course requirements
Have an intermediate to advanced understanding of computers and the internet to assist with conducting research and complete assessments
Course Duration
52 weeks including holidays
Course Structure
This qualification consists of 17 units of competency that is made up of 13 core units and 4 elective units
Core Units
CHCCCS019 Recognise and respond to crisis situations
CHCCSL001 Establish and confirm the counselling relationship
CHCCSL002 Apply specialist interpersonal and counselling interview skills
CHCCSL003 Facilitate the counselling relationship and process
CHCCSL004 Research and apply personality and development theories
CHCCSL005 Research and apply learning theories in counselling
CHCCSL006 Select and use counselling therapies
CHCCSL007 Support counselling clients in decision-making processes
CHCCSM005 Develop, facilitate and review all aspects of case management
CHCDIV001 Work diverse people
CHCDIV002 Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety
CHCLEG001 Work legally and ethically
CHCPRP003 Reflect on and improve own professional practice
Elective Units
CHCCCS017 Provide loss and grief support
CHCPRT001 Identify and respond to children and young people at risk
CHCCCS003 Increase the safety of individuals at risk of suicide
CHCCCS023 Support independence and wellbeing
Pathways for Further Education
This qualification provides a pathway for students to continue their studies and enhance their skills through articulation to the Ikon Institute of Australia’s Bachelor courses outlined in the table below.
Diploma of Counselling
Bachelor of Arts Psychotherapy 094685K CRS1400328
BIP/BAP 2: Integrative Psychotherapy in Practice 1
BIP/BAP 4: Foundations of Professional Competency
Elective
BAP 10 Practicum 1 (120 hours)
·Bachelor of Integrative Psychotherapy 094684M CRS1400329
BIP/BAP 2: Integrative Psychotherapy in Practice 1
BIP/BAP 4: Foundations of Professional Competency
Elective
BAP 12 Practicum 1 (120 hours)
Career opportunities
Possible career opportunities relevant to this qualification include:
Social worker
Domestic and Family Violence Counsellor
Youth worker
Case Management Supervisor
Case Worker or Case Manager
Community Services Worker
Community Services Manager
Careers Counsellor
Drug and Alcohol Counsellor
Family and Marriage Counsellor
Rehabilitation Counsellor
Student Counsellor