Graduate Diploma of Counselling and Psychotherapy
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,
Official- Duration
- 1 years
- Qualification
- Graduate Diploma
- AQF 8
- Campus
- Adelaide
- SA · +8 more campuses
- Course code
- Not provided
Course overview
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
Requirements are recorded per intake year and per audience. Meeting them does not guarantee an offer.
English language
Band minimums apply in addition to the overall score.
- IELTS AcademicOverall 6.5L 6 · R 6 · W 6 · S 6
Intakes and tuition
Tuition is recorded per intake with the institution's own basis. Superseded rows are kept so fee changes stay visible.
| Intake | Campus | Starts | Applications close | Tuition | For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 · Semester 1 | Melbourne | — | — | $30,760per year | International students |
| 2027 · Semester 1 | Brisbane | — | — | — | International students |
| 2027 · Semester 1 | Adelaide | — | — | — | International students |
| 2027 · Semester 2 | Adelaide | — | — | — | International students |
| 2027 · Semester 1 | Thomas Street Campus | — | — | — | International students |
| 2027 · Semester 1 | Quay Street Campus | — | — | — | International students |
| 2027 · Trimester 3 | Adelaide | — | — | — | International students |
Where it is taught
Ikon Sydney Campus
Levels 5 and 6, 187-189 Thomas St, AND Level 3, 1-59 Quay St,, Block B of Building 5 (CB05), Haymarket, NSW
Open in mapsQuay Street Campus
Building 5B, Level 3, 1-59 Quay Street, Haymarket, NSW, 2000, Haymarket, NSW
Open in mapsThomas Street Campus
Level 5 & 6, 187 Thomas Street, Haymarket, NSW, 2000, Haymarket, NSW
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