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Graduate Certificate in Counselling and Psychotherapy
Campus North Terrace Campus
Degree Type Graduate Certificate
Duration
6 months
full-time
or
part-time
equiv.
SATAC Code 3GC056
2011
ATAR
N/A
- Program Outline
This program introduces students to the theoretical foundation and skills for a career in counselling. An integrated series of four courses provides students with a broad knowledge base, professional preparation and an introduction the counselling and psychotherapy skills.
After successful completion of the Graduate Certificate in Counselling and Psychotherapy, students may wish to apply to further develop their skills and understanding through the Graduate Diploma or Master of Counselling and Psychotherapy. The clinical skills pathway of the Masters program has been designed to satisfy the training requirements for practitioners as outlined by the Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia (PACFA) www.pacfa.org.au
The program is targeted at two distinct audiences:
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Graduates investigating a career in Counselling and Psychotherapy
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Experienced Counsellors seeking to broaden their skills and theoretical understandings and/or to gain a formal qualification.
The Counselling and Psychotherapy Program offers a unique combination of up-to-date theoretical knowledge and practical skills in counselling and psychotherapy. Theoretical perspectives are balanced by application of techniques and approaches, so that experiential and integrated learning results.
The program provides opportunity for reflection to enhance self-awareness as part of students’ professional formation, as counsellors use their personhood to relate to clients and work constructively with them.
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- Program Structure
Certificate in Counselling and Psychotherapy (6 months full time)
Students will normally undertake coursework in Counselling and Psychotherapy Theories, professional practice (Ethics in the Workplace), developmental aspects of counselling (Attachment Across the Lifespan), and Counselling Skills.
Students may be permitted to substitute one or more of these courses with another from the first year of the Master of Counselling and Psychotherapy program (Overview of Mental Health, Nature of Grief, or Research Skills). Applicants with significant training and experience as counsellors may be permitted to choose courses from the second year of the program (Cognitive Behaviour Therapy and Trauma, Interpersonal Therapy and Narrative Therapy, Hypnosis or Counselling Applications: ACT and Mindfulness).
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SATAC Code 3GC056 Tuition fees Australian Full-fee place: $10,000 for 6 monthsMid-year entry? No Enquiries University Contact Centre Selection Criteria
Graduate entry only.A completed Bachelors degree or equivalent.Additional Entry Requirements
Applicants will be required to submit an academic transcript and resume and complete a 500 word statement outlining their reasons for wishing to enrol in the program. They will also be required to attend an interview prior to entry in the program. Applicants should forward their statement, transcript and resume to: Counselling and Psychotherapy Program Coordinator, Discipline of General Practice, University of Adelaide, SA 5005.How to Apply
SATAC Code: 3GC056International applicants
Not an international applicant?
IELTS Overall 6.5 [more info] Tuition fee International student place: $14,500 for 6 months Mid-year entry? No Enquiries University Contact Centre Selection Criteria
Graduate entry onlyEquivalent Scores
IELTSOverallReadingListeningSpeakingWriting6.56666Additional Entry Requirements
Applicants must submit a 500 word statement outlining motivation for undertaking the program and list 2 referees. Each applicant is interviewed by phone to assess their suitability.How to Apply
International applicants applying with Australian year 12 results
Not an international applicant applying with Australian year 12 results?
Tuition fee International student place: $14,500 for 6 months Mid-year entry? No Enquiries University Contact Centre Selection Criteria
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