Master of Counselling
University of the Sunshine Coast (UniSC)
Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Postgraduate
CRICOS: 01595D
Do you like to listen? Do you enjoy being with people? Do you want a meaningful and fulfilling career? Learn to provide professional counselling support through the Master of Counselling Program.In this program you will immerse yourself in a holistic integrated and evidence-based pathway to becoming a registered counsellor. You'll acquire advanced skills, theoretical knowledge and clinical experience through classroom activities, blended learning and internship placements. You'll be exposed to advanced counselling skills and theories, counselling and mental health, counselling and addictions, counselling children and young people, mindfulness-based interventions, expressive therapies and solution focused brief therapy. You will learn the art of assessment and case conceptualisation and build a strong ethical framework for practice.
Designed for
Those seeking career change or addition of vocational emphasis to their qualification, or others wanting to formalise work experience
Structure
Total units: 192
Subjects
- Counselling
Standard entry requirements
A student entering the Master of Counselling will normally be required to hold an approved 3-year degree in Counselling (AQF Level 7) or a Bachelor Degree (AQF Level 7) in other cognate areas as approved by the University. Entry by non-graduates who have extensive relevant industry experience may be considered on a case-by-case basis by the Head of School, Social Sciences.
Recognition
This program is fully accredited with the Australian Counselling Association and the Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia. Graduates will be eligible to apply for membership with the Australian Counselling Association (ACA), Associations accredited by the Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia (PACFA) and the Queensland Counsellors Association.
Study information
| Campus | Fees | Entry | Mid year intake | Attendance |
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| UniSC Sunshine Coast | Domestic: $43,830 International: $52,800 | No |
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