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Master of Counselling and Psychotherapy
Campus North Terrace Campus
Degree Type Masters by Coursework
Duration 2 years full-time or part-time equiv.
SATAC Code 3CM146
2012
ATAR
TBC
- Program Outline
This program prepares students for a career in counselling by introducing them to the theoretical foundation and practical skills required. It 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, resulting in experiential and integrated learning results.
Students must also allow up to two and a half days each week for a Counselling placement in their second year of study (or equivalent). A research pathway that provides a suitable background for PhD candidacy is also available.
The clinical skills pathway has been designed to meet the training requirements for practitioners as outlined by the Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia (PACFA).
- Program Structure
Students complete 7 core courses in Counselling and Psychotherapy and may choose from the following options:
Option 1: Clinical practice pathway
Students complete 5 prescribed courses in this option and 2 elective courses in thematic areas in Counselling and Psychotherapy.
Option 2: Research pathway
Students complete 3 prescribed courses in this option, 2 elective courses in thematic areas in Counselling and Psychotherapy and a research thesis in Counselling and Psychotherapy of not longer than 12,000 words.
- Assessment
Case reports, presentations, quizzes and written assignments and may include counselling placements or a research thesis.
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- Admission and Fee Information
Choose your applicant type to view the relevant admissions information for this program.
I am a:Domestic applicants
SATAC Code 3CM146 Annual tuition fees Australian Full-fee place: $20,000Mid-year entry? No Enquiries University Contact Centre Selection Criteria
Graduate entry only.Satisfactory completion of the Graduate Diploma in Counselling and Psychotherapy.
Additional Entry Requirements
Applicants will be required to submit a CV/resume and a 500 word statement outlining their motivation for undertaking the program. Applicants should forward their statement and resume (including their SATAC reference number) to: Counselling and Psychotherapy Program Coordinator, Discipline of General Practice, University of Adelaide, SA 5005 or email to Jacqui.Howard@adelaide.edu.au.
Applicants will also be required to participate in an interview with academic staff members from the Discipline of General Practice.
The Discipline will undertake an additional review before granting progression to the second year of the program.
How to Apply
SATAC Code: 3CM146International applicants
Not an international applicant?
IELTS Overall 6.5 [more info] Annual tuition fees International student place: $30,500 Mid-year entry? No CRICOS 072304K Enquiries University Contact Centre Selection Criteria
Graduate entry onlyPrerequisites
Overall satisfactory academic performance in the Graduate Diploma of Counselling and Psychotherapy and an interview with academic staff members from the Discipline of General Practice.Equivalent Scores
IELTSOverallReadingListeningSpeakingWriting6.56666Additional Entry Requirements
Applicants will need to submit a Resume + 500 word statement outlining their reasons for wishing to enrol in the program.How to Apply
International applicants applying with Australian year 12 results
Not an international applicant applying with Australian year 12 results?
Annual tuition fees International student place: $30,500 Mid-year entry? No Enquiries University Contact Centre Selection Criteria
Graduate entry only - Study Plans
The study plans given are examples of pathways through this degree for students that commenced their program in 2013 (refer to the program rules). Students that commenced in previous years should refer to the tabs above(referring to years) or consult their Faculty for advice.
Core Courses - 7 courses
- GEN PRAC 5005HO Counselling Skills 1
- GEN PRAC 5007HO Attachment Across the Lifespan
- GEN PRAC 5006HO Ethics in the Workplace
- GEN PRAC 5008HO Counselling/Psychotherapy Theories
- GEN PRAC 6018HO Counselling Skills 2
- GEN PRAC 6019HO Overview of Mental Health
- GEN PRAC 6021HO Nature of Grief
Students are able to choose from the either pathway options:
Option 1: Clinical Practice Pathway
- GEN PRAC 7003 Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Trauma
- GEN PRAC 7012 Counselling Placement 1
- GEN PRAC 7006 Counselling Applications
- GEN PRAC 7005 Narrative Approaches to Counselling and Group work
- GEN PRAC 7013 Counselling Placement 2
Option 2: Research Pathway
- NURSING 7102 Research Literacy
- PUB HLTH 7078 Qualitative Research Methods in Health or
NURSING 7002HO Interpretive and/or Crical Research in Health - GEN PRAC 57011 Research Thesis in Counselling and Psychotherapy
Electives - Select 2 courses from the following:
- GEN PRAC 7004 Interpresenal Therapy
- GEN PRAC 7007 Grief and Loss Counselling
- GEN PRAC 7015 Family and Relationships Counselling
- GEN PRAC 7016 Counselling of Children and Adolescents
- GEN PRAC 7009 Hypnosis: Theory and Techniques
- GEN PRAC 7014 Counselling and Psychotherapy Studies
- PUB HLTH 7076 Public Health and Interventions
- Career Opportunities
Potential careers
Counsellor, Psychotherapist, Therapist
- Graduate Attributes
- Professional Accreditation
The clinical pathway of the Master of Counselling and Psychotherapy has been designed to meet the training requirements for counselling practitioners as outlined by the Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia (PACFA). This enables graduates to apply for registration with the Counselling Association of South Australia and for registration with PACFA.
- Work Placement
Students undertaking the clinical practice pathway are required to allow up to two and a half days each week for counselling placements; providing students with supervised practical experience in counselling and psychotherapy.
- Program Rules
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Last updated: Wednesday, 27 Feb 2013
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