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There is strong demand for mental health professionals. If you enjoy working with people and creating positive change, counselling offers both a meaningful career and excellent employment prospects. The Bachelor of Counselling provides a foundation in psychology, assessment and interventions, counselling theory and practice and building relationships. Students will build skills in counselling practice with extensive placement experiences. The University is home to an active community of researchers and thought leaders in social work and policy, psychology and community welfare.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Psychology
Degree
Other
Study Level
Undergraduate
Study Mode
On Campus
There is strong demand for mental health professionals. If you enjoy working with people and creating positive change, counselling offers both a meaningful career and excellent employment prospects. The Bachelor of Counselling provides a foundation in psychology, assessment and interventions, counselling theory and practice and building relationships. Students will build skills in counselling practice with extensive placement experiences. The University is home to an active community of researchers and thought leaders in social work and policy, psychology and community welfare.
Admission Requirements
60+
50+
169+
6+
65+
To be eligible for this course, applicants must meet the University’s minimum admission requirements, which include completion of secondary education for high school students or relevant previous studies (secondary, tertiary, or TAFE) for non-school leavers. Other criteria include SCU College studies, work experience, personal competency statements, or results from the Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) and the SCU Elite Athletes and Performers Scheme. Additionally, applicants must demonstrate life experience, self-awareness, interpersonal skills, and ethical understanding, assessed through two confidential references and responses to the SCU Counselling Readiness Questionnaire. Admission will not be granted solely based on completion of a Certificate III qualification.
3 Years
Mar
Domestic
9,314 AUD
International
26,000 AUD
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Bachelor of Counselling
Gold Coast campus, Bilinga, Australia
36 monthsProgramme duration
26,000 AUDTuition Fee/year
PsychologyMain Subject Area
Programme overview
Main Subject
Psychology
Degree
Other
Study Level
Undergraduate
Study Mode
On Campus
Programme overview
Main Subject
Psychology
Degree
Other
Study Level
Undergraduate
Study Mode
On Campus
Admission Requirements
To be eligible for this course, applicants must meet the University’s minimum admission requirements, which include completion of secondary education for high school students or relevant previous studies (secondary, tertiary, or TAFE) for non-school leavers. Other criteria include SCU College studies, work experience, personal competency statements, or results from the Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) and the SCU Elite Athletes and Performers Scheme. Additionally, applicants must demonstrate life experience, self-awareness, interpersonal skills, and ethical understanding, assessed through two confidential references and responses to the SCU Counselling Readiness Questionnaire. Admission will not be granted solely based on completion of a Certificate III qualification.
Domestic
International
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