Diploma of Counselling

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About this course: <div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p style="margin-bottom: 0.3em"> </p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0.3em"> </p> <p><img alt="Icon of a tick within the state map." src="/sites/default/files/uploads/PriorityBase2-01.png" style="width: 50px; height: 50px; margin-left: 8px; margin-right: 8px; float: left;" title="This icon represents a WA Priority Occupation skills course. Lower tuition fees apply and employment prospects are higher." /></p> <p><span id="val_about_text">We recommend that you are over the age of 18 before enrolling in this course as the fieldwork placement and employment outcomes are very limited for students under the age of 18.<br /> You will need to have the ability to undertake research and apply yourself to self directed activities.</span></p> <p>This qualification will provide you with the skills and knowledge to work with clients experiencing complex situations requiring advanced interviewing and communication skills in a community services setting.</p> <p>During the course you will gain industry experience and grow your expertise by completing two supervised field placements with one of 170 government and community agencies. You may work in the areas of mental health, drugs and alcohol abuse, family and domestic violence, housing, adolescent development, or parenting and relationships - giving you a competitive edge to secure employment in this fast-growing industry.</p> <p>Completion of the Diploma of Counselling may also lead to university study in Social Science/Work, Psychology, Counselling, or Youth Work.</p> <p>This course may be of particular interest to graduates of Diploma or higher in community services, youth work, mental health, allied field or applicants with more than two years work/volunteer experience in community services. If you have not already completed the above you may be able to complete a combined Diploma of Community Services and Diploma of Counselling.</p> <p><strong>Entry into this course is competitive.</strong> All applicants are required to attend a<strong> mandatory interview</strong> with the Course Coordinator and <strong>complete a short Literacy assessment</strong>.  The assessment will take approximately 1 hour. The interview is an opportunity to discuss what you can expect from the course and what will be expected of you should you be offered a position. Interviews will be conducted at Joondalup, Leederville and Midland campuses during the week commencing the 10th June. Students will receive further information when they apply, including how to book your assessment.</p> <p><strong>Please note</strong>, you will need to be enrolled in the appropriate units to be offered a work placement - it is not a standard for all enrolments.</p> <div class="c-accordion"> <h5 class="c-accordion-title">Is this course right for me?</h5> <div class="c-accordion-content"> <p>I have the following attributes:</p> <ul><li>Empathetic and caring</li> <li>Broad-minded and non-judgemental</li> <li>Able to keep information confidential</li> <li>Able to relate to people from a variety of backgrounds and cultures</li> <li>Good problem-solving and rapport building skills</li> </ul></div> </div> <div class="c-accordion"> <div class="c-accordion-title">Delivery mode information</div> <div class="c-accordion-content"> <div class="c-accordion"> <div class="c-accordion-title">Part-time</div> <div class="c-accordion-content"> <p>With part time study you will be completing your course on-campus with face to face contact with your lecturers and fellow students during every-day class activities.</p> <p><strong>Qualifications are broken down into stages to try and suit your availability. </strong><br /> If you are planning on completing a Certificate III or IV level course we will recommend that the course be broken into 2 or 3 stages over 12 - 18 months <br /> If you are planning on completing a Diploma level course we will recommend that the course be broken into 3 or 4 stages over 18 - 24 months </p> <p>A Work Placement is compulsory for students undertaking a Certificate IV or Diploma as some units in these qualifications require you to demonstrate your skills in a work place setting. These units will be highlighted on your study plan.</p> <h5>To enquire or enrol please fill out the Course Enquiry Form</h5> <h5> </h5> </div> </div> <div class="c-accordion"> <div class="c-accordion-title">Work-based</div> <div class="c-accordion-content"> <p>Workplace training offers a flexible, self-paced study program which combines workplace recognition of prior learning and individualised ‘gap’ training to attain your qualification.</p> <p>Workplace training means every time you go to work you are learning and demonstrating competence whilst working towards your qualification. The flexibility of workplace training allows you to structure and perform learning and assessment in a way that fits into your professional and personal life.</p> <p>Learning and assessment plans are created on an individual level in consultation with you and/or your employer. Workplace training assessment is conducted using numerous methods including practical demonstration and observation, question and answer interviews, written tasks, supervisor reports and workshops. </p> <h5>To enquire or enrol please fill out the Course Enquiry Form</h5> <h5> </h5> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div></div></div>

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How to apply <p>Visit our <a href="/node/130594" target="_self">Apply and Enrol </a>page to find out how to apply for<strong> full-time, part-time or online courses.</strong></p> <p><strong>International students </strong>please view your application process <a href="http://tafeinternational.wa.edu.au/application-process" target="_self">here</a>.</p> <p>For <strong>apprenticeships</strong> and <strong>traineeships</strong>, you must be employed in a training contract by an appropriate organisation to study.</p> <p>For all other enquiries please call us on 1300 300 822 or email: <a href="mailto:enquiry@nmtafe.wa.edu.au">enquiry@nmtafe.wa.edu.au</a></p> <p><em><strong>Please note, fees are subject to change.</strong></em></p>

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Units <p> </p><p><b>CORE UNITS</b></p><table cellpadding="0" class="overview"><tbody><tr><th scope="col">Unit Title</th><th scope="col">National ID</th><th scope="col">Unit of Study</th></tr><tr><td>Apply learning theories in counselling</td><td>CHCCSL005</td><td>AWB37</td></tr><tr><td>Apply specialist interpersonal and counselling interview skills</td><td>CHCCSL002</td><td>AWB41</td></tr><tr><td>Develop, facilitate and review all aspects of case management</td><td>CHCCSM005</td><td>AVC23</td></tr><tr><td>Establish and confirm the counselling relationship</td><td>CHCCSL001</td><td>AWB39</td></tr><tr><td>Facilitate the counselling relationship and process</td><td>CHCCSL003</td><td>AWB40</td></tr><tr><td>Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety</td><td>CHCDIV002</td><td>AVC08</td></tr><tr><td>Recognise and respond to crisis situations</td><td>CHCCCS019</td><td>AVC58</td></tr><tr><td>Reflect on and improve own professional practice</td><td>CHCPRP003</td><td>AVB48</td></tr><tr><td>Research and apply personality and development theories</td><td>CHCCSL004</td><td>AWB38</td></tr><tr><td>Select and use counselling therapies</td><td>CHCCSL006</td><td>AWB36</td></tr><tr><td>Support counselling clients in decision-making processes</td><td>CHCCSL007</td><td>AWB35</td></tr><tr><td>Work legally and ethically</td><td>CHCLEG001</td><td>AVB82</td></tr><tr><td>Work with diverse people</td><td>CHCDIV001</td><td>AVC09</td></tr></tbody></table><p><b>ELECTIVE UNITS</b></p><table cellpadding="0" class="overview"><tbody><tr><th scope="col">Unit Title</th><th scope="col">National ID</th><th scope="col">Unit of Study</th></tr><tr><td>Develop workplace communication strategies</td><td>CHCCOM003</td><td>AVC30</td></tr><tr><td>Facilitate workplace debriefing and support processes</td><td>CHCMGT005</td><td>AVB71</td></tr><tr><td>Manage and promote diversity</td><td>CHCDIV003</td><td>AVC07</td></tr><tr><td>Provide services to people with co-existing mental health and alcohol and other drugs issues</td><td>CHCMHS005</td><td>AVB65</td></tr></tbody></table>

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