Graduate Certificate of Counselling
Edith Cowan University Online
Key Information
Campus location
Perth, Australia
Languages
English
Study format
Distance learning
Duration
6 Months
Pace
Part time
Tuition fees
AUD 10,200 *
Application deadline
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* FEE-HELP available
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Introduction
Enhance the wellbeing of individuals, families and communities.
Counselling skills are increasingly relevant to a range of disciplines, including nursing, social work and teaching.
You can deepen your skills and respond to the evolving needs of individuals and communities with ECU’s online Graduate Certificate of Counselling.
You will examine techniques of counsellors in various modalities, and you will gain practical knowledge of how to apply person-centred approaches to counselling. You will also begin to develop reflective practices to continue your development as you walk alongside individuals and communities.
The online Graduate Certificate of Counselling is also an excellent pathway to the ECU’s online Master of Counselling.
Why study with ECU Accelerated Online?
| Accessible, flexible, and accelerated Study anywhere, anytime with our flexible online format. Our course is delivered in accelerated mode, allowing you to earn your degree and put your skills into practice sooner. | Fully supported Be supported throughout your study journey by a personal Student Success Advisor and online learning community of like-minded students and friendly, accessible staff. | Job-ready skills, relevant to the industry Gain a wide range of skills – identified and designed by industry experts – to meet the complex and evolving needs of individuals and communities. |
What you will learn
Gain skills to effectively adapt to the field as it expands across the digital realm.
Understand how theories and techniques of counselling can be translated and adapted for delivery across a range of modalities to connect with and support people in unique and far-reaching ways.
| Develop a person-centred approach Learn how to walk alongside individuals in a process that values difference, supports self-discovery, builds on unique strengths and recognises the interrelationships between individuals, communities, and social structures as important platforms for healing. | Examine the roles of counsellors working at the cultural interface Learn the skills and abilities needed to work in the community and actively promote a positive sense of identity, culture, and heritage, with particular emphasis on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and practice. | Explore self-awareness and reflective practice Engage in self-evaluation, critical thinking, and reflective practice to gain a deeper understanding of the self, and how this interplays with the therapeutic process, personal growth, and ongoing professional development. |
What you will study
The course has 3 units of study.
| Graduate Certificate of Counselling units |
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Student support
Not only will you be supported by the academic staff, with feedback and answers to your academic-related questions, but you will also receive dedicated one-on-one support for all non-academic queries from your Student Success Advisor. They are available via phone or email and provide motivation and guidance to support you to achieve your study goals.
Assessment
Assessments vary from unit to unit. Please check with your Course Coordinator or Student Success Advisor about each unit assessment requirements. Assessments may include case studies, reviews, reports, portfolios, applied projects and presentations. We do not hold exams for 100% online programs.
FEE-Help
The government loan scheme that applies to most postgraduate courses is known as FEE-HELP. Australian citizens and holders of a Permanent Humanitarian visa who are residing within Australia are eligible to access FEE-HELP. Using this program, you can borrow enough money from the Commonwealth Government to cover your course fees. Once your income reaches a certain level, you will pay the loan back via the tax system.
How to apply
| Give us a call We’re here to support you. You can phone and speak with one of our Student Enrolment Advisors before you begin the application process to talk through any questions you may have and help you with your application. | Gather your documents Your Student Enrolment Advisor will advise what you will need to accompany your application. Documents for a strong application often include transcripts, certificates to verify previous studies and work experience evidence. | Apply now Visit our website and go to our application system. The great news is you don’t have to complete the whole application in one sitting; you can save it and come back later. To apply, you will need the course name and code, as well as scanned, certified copies of supporting documents. |
Studying online with ECU
ECU Accelerated Online enables you to fit study around your life and graduate sooner than traditional part-time study. Delivered in a flexible online format and with six study periods a year, you could complete the Graduate Certificate of Counselling in as little as two years, meaning you can take advantage of the growing employment opportunities sooner.
Designed to meet best practice online learning standards and using the latest learning technology, the Graduate Certificate of Counselling will give you the same quality of education and learning outcomes that you would receive if studying on campus.
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Who should study this course?
ECU’s online Graduate Certificate of Counselling will help you expand your foundational skills in helping individuals, families and communities.
Students may study this course and continue to the Masters to equip themselves to become full-time counsellors. Alternatively, they may wish to add to their existing skillset in roles including:
- Social work
- Career coaching
- Psychology
- Other allied health
- Human resources
- Youth work
- Human welfare roles
- Local government support/community development roles
- Casework
- Disability support work
- Cognate undergraduate social science or behavioural science