Torrens University Australia
Graduate Certificate of Counselling
- Delivery: Online
- Study Level: Postgraduate
- Duration: 6 Months
Enhances counselling and interpersonal communication skills while deepening your understanding of the human psyche, counselling theories and barriers to wellbeing.
Course overview
This course is ideal for building on existing skills in fields such as nursing, social work and teaching. The Graduate Certificate deepens your understanding of the theoretical and ethical foundations of counselling, including delivery methods like telehealth, issues around suicidality, common mental health conditions and the importance of healthy boundaries for personal self-care. It equips you to begin or advance a meaningful and rewarding career in the counselling and wellbeing sector.
Key facts
What you will study
These four core subjects must be completed.
- Advanced Therapeutic Communication
- Theoretical Approaches to Counselling
- Life Stages and Development
- Self Care & Developing Resilience
Entry requirements
Before you begin your application to study as a domestic student, check that you meet at least one of the requirements listed below.
- AQF Level 7 (Bachelor's degree) or above in a relevant discipline
- A Bachelor's degree and complete the Torrens Work Life entry form, demonstrating your interest in and suitability to gain entry to the course. Students who do not have a prior degree in a related field must successfully complete the Graduate Certificate prior to enrolling in the Graduate Diploma, Master's or Advanced Master's.
Recognition of prior learning
If you have already completed a qualification or gained skills through life or work experience, you may be able to credit this against your degree. Check information about Recognition of Prior Learning and Course Credit transfer. Contact the university for more information.
Outcomes
The Graduate Certificate of Counselling has been designed to prepare you for employment in a role that leverages counselling and communication skills. Upon completion, you will have the opportunity to progress your career in the professional domain of counselling or continue your studies.
Career outcomes
- Counsellor
- Case Manager
- Rehabilitation Counsellor
- Addiction Counsellor
Fees and FEE-HELP
Indicative subject price in 2025: $2,413 (domestic full-fee paying place)
Estimated total price in 2025: $9,652 (domestic full-fee paying place)
Fees are calculated based on a full-time study load of four subjects.
A student’s fee may vary depending on:
- The number of subjects studied per term.
- The choice of major or specialisation.
- Choice of subjects.
- Credit from previous study or work experience.
- Eligibility for government-funded loans.
You may also need to pay the student services and amenities fee.
Student fees shown are subject to change. Contact the university directly to confirm.
FEE-HELP loans are available to assist eligible full-fee paying domestic students.
