Diploma of Counselling
National ID: CHC51015 | State ID: AZA0
Gain a competitive edge to employment in this fast-growing industry
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.
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.
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.
Gain these skills
- Build and facilitate counselling relationships with clients
- Reflect on and improve your own professional practice
- Recognise and respond to crisis situations
- Research and apply personality and development theories
- Work legally and ethically
Is this course right for me?
I have the following attributes:
- 18+ years of age
- Able to undertake research and apply myself to self directed activities
- Broad-minded and non-judgemental
- Able to keep information confidential
- Able to relate to people from a variety of backgrounds and cultures
Delivery mode information
Part-time
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.
Qualifications are broken down into stages to try and suit your availability.
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
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
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.
To enquire or enrol please fill out the Course Enquiry Form
Work-based
Workplace training offers a flexible, self-paced study program which combines workplace recognition of prior learning and individualised ‘gap’ training to attain your qualification.
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.
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.
To enquire or enrol please fill out the Course Enquiry Form
Entrance Requirements
Work placement
Job opportunities
Further study
How to apply
Entrance Requirements
| School Leaver |
Non-School Leaver |
AQF |
| Completion of WACE General or ATAR (Minimum C Grades) or equivalent |
Completion of WACE General or ATAR or equivalent (minimum C Grades) |
Certificate III |
Please note entry into this course is competitive. All applicants are required to attend a mandatory interview with the Course Coordinator and complete a short Literacy assessment. The interview and 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 9 December. Students will receive further information when they apply, including how to book your interview.
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.
Work placement
This course includes two 150 hour full time supervised field placements.
* You will need to be enrolled in the appropriate units to be offered a work placement - it is not a standard for all enrolments.
Job opportunities
The Diploma of Counselling is available as a broad-based qualification with a focus on community services work.
At this level support workers and case workers may provide day-to-day support in community settings and provide assistance with entitlements and benefits under the broad direction of others.
Further study
Completion may lead to university study in Social Science/Work, Psychology, Counselling, or Youth Work.
How to apply
On campus (full-time)
To apply to study on campus (full-time) through TAFE Admissions please go to tasonline.tafe.wa.edu.au
Other study types
For all other study types eg part-time or online visit our Apply and Enrol page.
Apprenticeships and traineeships
To commence an apprenticeship or traineeship, you must be employed in a training contract by an appropriate organisation to study, head to our Apprenticeships and traineeships page for more details.
Delivery location, important dates and study options
Continuous enrolment, 2019
Leederville - Employer based
Details
Fees and charges
Units
Overview
| Duration |
2 year/s |
| When |
Continuous enrolment |
| Where |
Leederville |
| How |
Employer-based
|
Fees and charges
View our Indicative Fees list
Local full time students
Course fees are made up of two components, tuition fees and resource fees.
Tuition fees are determined by multiplying the course fee rate by the nominal hours, which is the number of hours in which an average student could be expected to complete each unit. They are not the hours of training or instruction.
Resource fees are charges for material that are essential to a course or unit, and are purchased by NMT to be used by students during the course.
Fees may vary depending on the units you are enrolled in so an approximate amount has been shown. You will be given the exact amount of your fees at enrolment. Part time student fees will vary depending on the number of units you are enrolled in.
Please note, you may also need to buy textbooks or equipment for your course.
International Students
Check TAFE International WA to confirm this course is available to international students. You will pay your tuition fees to TIWA.
Units
Core
| National ID |
Unit Title |
| CHCCCS019 |
Recognise and respond to crisis situations |
| CHCCSL001 |
Establish and confirm the counselling relationship |
| CHCCSL002 |
Apply specialist interpersonal and counselling interview skills |
| CHCCSL003 |
Facilitate the counselling relationship and process |
| CHCCSL004 |
Research and apply personality and development theories |
| CHCCSL005 |
Apply learning theories in counselling |
| CHCCSL006 |
Select and use counselling therapies |
| CHCCSL007 |
Support counselling clients in decision-making processes |
| CHCCSM005 |
Develop, facilitate and review all aspects of case management |
| CHCDIV001 |
Work with diverse people |
| CHCDIV002 |
Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety |
| CHCLEG001 |
Work legally and ethically |
| CHCPRP003 |
Reflect on and improve own professional practice |
Elective
| National ID |
Unit Title |
| BSBINM601 |
Manage knowledge and information |
| BSBMGT605 |
Provide leadership across the organisation |
| BSBMGT616 |
Develop and implement strategic plans |
| BSBSUS501 |
Develop workplace policy and procedures for sustainability |
| CHCCCS003 |
Increase the safety of individuals at risk of suicide |
| CHCDFV001 |
Recognise and respond appropriately to domestic and family violence |
| CHCDIV003 |
Manage and promote diversity |
| CHCGRP002 |
Plan and conduct group activities |
| CHCMHS001 |
Work with people with mental health issues |
| CHCPRT001 |
Identify and respond to children and young people at risk |
| CHCPRT004 |
Work effectively in child protection to support children, young people and families |
Apply now
Ready to apply for this course? Check out the
apply and enrol page for more information.
Continuous enrolment, 2020
Leederville - Employer based
Details
Fees and charges
Units
Overview
| Duration |
2 year/s |
| When |
Continuous enrolment |
| Where |
Leederville |
| How |
Employer-based
|
Fees and charges
View our Indicative Fees list
Local full time students
Course fees are made up of two components, tuition fees and resource fees.
Tuition fees are determined by multiplying the course fee rate by the nominal hours, which is the number of hours in which an average student could be expected to complete each unit. They are not the hours of training or instruction.
Resource fees are charges for material that are essential to a course or unit, and are purchased by NMT to be used by students during the course.
Fees may vary depending on the units you are enrolled in so an approximate amount has been shown. You will be given the exact amount of your fees at enrolment. Part time student fees will vary depending on the number of units you are enrolled in.
Please note, you may also need to buy textbooks or equipment for your course.
International Students
Check TAFE International WA to confirm this course is available to international students. You will pay your tuition fees to TIWA.
Units
Core
| National ID |
Unit Title |
| CHCCCS019 |
Recognise and respond to crisis situations |
| CHCCSL001 |
Establish and confirm the counselling relationship |
| CHCCSL002 |
Apply specialist interpersonal and counselling interview skills |
| CHCCSL003 |
Facilitate the counselling relationship and process |
| CHCCSL004 |
Research and apply personality and development theories |
| CHCCSL005 |
Apply learning theories in counselling |
| CHCCSL006 |
Select and use counselling therapies |
| CHCCSL007 |
Support counselling clients in decision-making processes |
| CHCCSM005 |
Develop, facilitate and review all aspects of case management |
| CHCDIV001 |
Work with diverse people |
| CHCDIV002 |
Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety |
| CHCLEG001 |
Work legally and ethically |
| CHCPRP003 |
Reflect on and improve own professional practice |
Elective
| National ID |
Unit Title |
| BSBINM601 |
Manage knowledge and information |
| BSBMGT605 |
Provide leadership across the organisation |
| BSBMGT616 |
Develop and implement strategic plans |
| BSBSUS501 |
Develop workplace policy and procedures for sustainability |
| CHCCCS003 |
Increase the safety of individuals at risk of suicide |
| CHCDFV001 |
Recognise and respond appropriately to domestic and family violence |
| CHCDIV003 |
Manage and promote diversity |
| CHCGRP002 |
Plan and conduct group activities |
| CHCMHS001 |
Work with people with mental health issues |
| CHCPRT001 |
Identify and respond to children and young people at risk |
| CHCPRT004 |
Work effectively in child protection to support children, young people and families |
Apply now
Ready to apply for this course? Check out the
apply and enrol page for more information.
Semester 1, 2020
Joondalup (Kendrew Crescent) - On Campus
Details
Fees and charges
Units
Overview
| Duration |
2 semester/s |
| When |
Semester 1, 2020 |
| Where |
Joondalup (Kendrew Crescent) |
| How |
On campus
|
Fees and charges
View our Indicative Fees list
Local full time students
Course fees are made up of two components, tuition fees and resource fees.
Tuition fees are determined by multiplying the course fee rate by the nominal hours, which is the number of hours in which an average student could be expected to complete each unit. They are not the hours of training or instruction.
Resource fees are charges for material that are essential to a course or unit, and are purchased by NMT to be used by students during the course.
Fees may vary depending on the units you are enrolled in so an approximate amount has been shown. You will be given the exact amount of your fees at enrolment. Part time student fees will vary depending on the number of units you are enrolled in.
Please note, you may also need to buy textbooks or equipment for your course.
International Students
Check TAFE International WA to confirm this course is available to international students. You will pay your tuition fees to TIWA.
Units
Core
| National ID |
Unit Title |
| CHCCCS019 |
Recognise and respond to crisis situations |
| CHCCSL001 |
Establish and confirm the counselling relationship |
| CHCCSL002 |
Apply specialist interpersonal and counselling interview skills |
| CHCCSL003 |
Facilitate the counselling relationship and process |
| CHCCSL004 |
Research and apply personality and development theories |
| CHCCSL005 |
Apply learning theories in counselling |
| CHCCSL006 |
Select and use counselling therapies |
| CHCCSL007 |
Support counselling clients in decision-making processes |
| CHCCSM005 |
Develop, facilitate and review all aspects of case management |
| CHCDIV001 |
Work with diverse people |
| CHCDIV002 |
Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety |
| CHCLEG001 |
Work legally and ethically |
| CHCPRP003 |
Reflect on and improve own professional practice |
Elective
| National ID |
Unit Title |
| CHCCCS007 |
Develop and implement service programs |
| CHCCOM003 |
Develop workplace communication strategies |
| CHCDIV003 |
Manage and promote diversity |
| CHCMGT005 |
Facilitate workplace debriefing and support processes |
Apply now
Ready to apply for this course? Check out the
apply and enrol page for more information.
Leederville - On Campus
Details
Fees and charges
Units
Overview
| Duration |
2 semester/s |
| When |
Semester 1, 2020 |
| Where |
Leederville |
| How |
On campus
|
Fees and charges
View our Indicative Fees list
Local full time students
Course fees are made up of two components, tuition fees and resource fees.
Tuition fees are determined by multiplying the course fee rate by the nominal hours, which is the number of hours in which an average student could be expected to complete each unit. They are not the hours of training or instruction.
Resource fees are charges for material that are essential to a course or unit, and are purchased by NMT to be used by students during the course.
Fees may vary depending on the units you are enrolled in so an approximate amount has been shown. You will be given the exact amount of your fees at enrolment. Part time student fees will vary depending on the number of units you are enrolled in.
Please note, you may also need to buy textbooks or equipment for your course.
International Students
Check TAFE International WA to confirm this course is available to international students. You will pay your tuition fees to TIWA.
Units
Core
| National ID |
Unit Title |
| CHCCCS019 |
Recognise and respond to crisis situations |
| CHCCSL001 |
Establish and confirm the counselling relationship |
| CHCCSL002 |
Apply specialist interpersonal and counselling interview skills |
| CHCCSL003 |
Facilitate the counselling relationship and process |
| CHCCSL004 |
Research and apply personality and development theories |
| CHCCSL005 |
Apply learning theories in counselling |
| CHCCSL006 |
Select and use counselling therapies |
| CHCCSL007 |
Support counselling clients in decision-making processes |
| CHCCSM005 |
Develop, facilitate and review all aspects of case management |
| CHCDIV001 |
Work with diverse people |
| CHCDIV002 |
Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety |
| CHCLEG001 |
Work legally and ethically |
| CHCPRP003 |
Reflect on and improve own professional practice |
Elective
| National ID |
Unit Title |
| CHCCCS007 |
Develop and implement service programs |
| CHCCOM003 |
Develop workplace communication strategies |
| CHCDIV003 |
Manage and promote diversity |
| CHCMGT005 |
Facilitate workplace debriefing and support processes |
Apply now
Ready to apply for this course? Check out the
apply and enrol page for more information.
Midland - On Campus
Details
Fees and charges
Units
Overview
| Duration |
12 months |
| When |
Semester 1, 2020 |
| Where |
Midland |
| How |
On campus
|
Fees and charges
View our Indicative Fees list
Local full time students
Course fees are made up of two components, tuition fees and resource fees.
Tuition fees are determined by multiplying the course fee rate by the nominal hours, which is the number of hours in which an average student could be expected to complete each unit. They are not the hours of training or instruction.
Resource fees are charges for material that are essential to a course or unit, and are purchased by NMT to be used by students during the course.
Fees may vary depending on the units you are enrolled in so an approximate amount has been shown. You will be given the exact amount of your fees at enrolment. Part time student fees will vary depending on the number of units you are enrolled in.
Please note, you may also need to buy textbooks or equipment for your course.
International Students
Check TAFE International WA to confirm this course is available to international students. You will pay your tuition fees to TIWA.
Units
Core
| National ID |
Unit Title |
| CHCCCS019 |
Recognise and respond to crisis situations |
| CHCCSL001 |
Establish and confirm the counselling relationship |
| CHCCSL002 |
Apply specialist interpersonal and counselling interview skills |
| CHCCSL003 |
Facilitate the counselling relationship and process |
| CHCCSL004 |
Research and apply personality and development theories |
| CHCCSL005 |
Apply learning theories in counselling |
| CHCCSL006 |
Select and use counselling therapies |
| CHCCSL007 |
Support counselling clients in decision-making processes |
| CHCCSM005 |
Develop, facilitate and review all aspects of case management |
| CHCDIV001 |
Work with diverse people |
| CHCDIV002 |
Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety |
| CHCLEG001 |
Work legally and ethically |
| CHCPRP003 |
Reflect on and improve own professional practice |
Elective
| National ID |
Unit Title |
| CHCCCS007 |
Develop and implement service programs |
| CHCCOM003 |
Develop workplace communication strategies |
| CHCDIV003 |
Manage and promote diversity |
| CHCMGT005 |
Facilitate workplace debriefing and support processes |
Apply now
Ready to apply for this course? Check out the
apply and enrol page for more information.
Semester 2, 2019
Joondalup (Kendrew Crescent) - On Campus
Details
Fees and charges
Units
Overview
| Duration |
2 semester/s |
| When |
Semester 2, 2019 |
| Where |
Joondalup (Kendrew Crescent) |
| How |
On campus
|
Fees and charges
View our Indicative Fees list
Local full time students
Course fees are made up of two components, tuition fees and resource fees.
Tuition fees are determined by multiplying the course fee rate by the nominal hours, which is the number of hours in which an average student could be expected to complete each unit. They are not the hours of training or instruction.
Resource fees are charges for material that are essential to a course or unit, and are purchased by NMT to be used by students during the course.
Fees may vary depending on the units you are enrolled in so an approximate amount has been shown. You will be given the exact amount of your fees at enrolment. Part time student fees will vary depending on the number of units you are enrolled in.
Please note, you may also need to buy textbooks or equipment for your course.
International Students
Check TAFE International WA to confirm this course is available to international students. You will pay your tuition fees to TIWA.
Units
Core
| National ID |
Unit Title |
| CHCCCS019 |
Recognise and respond to crisis situations |
| CHCCSL001 |
Establish and confirm the counselling relationship |
| CHCCSL002 |
Apply specialist interpersonal and counselling interview skills |
| CHCCSL003 |
Facilitate the counselling relationship and process |
| CHCCSL004 |
Research and apply personality and development theories |
| CHCCSL005 |
Apply learning theories in counselling |
| CHCCSL006 |
Select and use counselling therapies |
| CHCCSL007 |
Support counselling clients in decision-making processes |
| CHCCSM005 |
Develop, facilitate and review all aspects of case management |
| CHCDIV001 |
Work with diverse people |
| CHCDIV002 |
Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety |
| CHCLEG001 |
Work legally and ethically |
| CHCPRP003 |
Reflect on and improve own professional practice |
Elective
| National ID |
Unit Title |
| CHCCOM003 |
Develop workplace communication strategies |
| CHCDIV003 |
Manage and promote diversity |
| CHCMGT005 |
Facilitate workplace debriefing and support processes |
| CHCMHS001 |
Work with people with mental health issues |
Apply now
Ready to apply for this course? Check out the
apply and enrol page for more information.
Midland - On Campus
Details
Fees and charges
Units
Overview
| Duration |
12 months |
| When |
Semester 2, 2019 |
| Where |
Midland |
| How |
On campus
|
Fees and charges
View our Indicative Fees list
Local full time students
Course fees are made up of two components, tuition fees and resource fees.
Tuition fees are determined by multiplying the course fee rate by the nominal hours, which is the number of hours in which an average student could be expected to complete each unit. They are not the hours of training or instruction.
Resource fees are charges for material that are essential to a course or unit, and are purchased by NMT to be used by students during the course.
Fees may vary depending on the units you are enrolled in so an approximate amount has been shown. You will be given the exact amount of your fees at enrolment. Part time student fees will vary depending on the number of units you are enrolled in.
Please note, you may also need to buy textbooks or equipment for your course.
International Students
Check TAFE International WA to confirm this course is available to international students. You will pay your tuition fees to TIWA.
Units
Core
| National ID |
Unit Title |
| CHCCCS019 |
Recognise and respond to crisis situations |
| CHCCSL001 |
Establish and confirm the counselling relationship |
| CHCCSL002 |
Apply specialist interpersonal and counselling interview skills |
| CHCCSL003 |
Facilitate the counselling relationship and process |
| CHCCSL004 |
Research and apply personality and development theories |
| CHCCSL005 |
Apply learning theories in counselling |
| CHCCSL006 |
Select and use counselling therapies |
| CHCCSL007 |
Support counselling clients in decision-making processes |
| CHCCSM005 |
Develop, facilitate and review all aspects of case management |
| CHCDIV001 |
Work with diverse people |
| CHCDIV002 |
Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety |
| CHCLEG001 |
Work legally and ethically |
| CHCPRP003 |
Reflect on and improve own professional practice |
Elective
| National ID |
Unit Title |
| CHCCOM003 |
Develop workplace communication strategies |
| CHCDIV003 |
Manage and promote diversity |
| CHCMGT005 |
Facilitate workplace debriefing and support processes |
| CHCMHS001 |
Work with people with mental health issues |
Apply now
Ready to apply for this course? Check out the
apply and enrol page for more information.
Semester 2, 2020
Leederville - On Campus
Details
Fees and charges
Units
Overview
| Duration |
2 semester/s |
| When |
Semester 2, 2020 |
| Where |
Leederville |
| How |
On campus
|
Fees and charges
View our Indicative Fees list
Local full time students
Course fees are made up of two components, tuition fees and resource fees.
Tuition fees are determined by multiplying the course fee rate by the nominal hours, which is the number of hours in which an average student could be expected to complete each unit. They are not the hours of training or instruction.
Resource fees are charges for material that are essential to a course or unit, and are purchased by NMT to be used by students during the course.
Fees may vary depending on the units you are enrolled in so an approximate amount has been shown. You will be given the exact amount of your fees at enrolment. Part time student fees will vary depending on the number of units you are enrolled in.
Please note, you may also need to buy textbooks or equipment for your course.
International Students
Check TAFE International WA to confirm this course is available to international students. You will pay your tuition fees to TIWA.
Units
Core
| National ID |
Unit Title |
| CHCCCS019 |
Recognise and respond to crisis situations |
| CHCCSL001 |
Establish and confirm the counselling relationship |
| CHCCSL002 |
Apply specialist interpersonal and counselling interview skills |
| CHCCSL003 |
Facilitate the counselling relationship and process |
| CHCCSL004 |
Research and apply personality and development theories |
| CHCCSL005 |
Apply learning theories in counselling |
| CHCCSL006 |
Select and use counselling therapies |
| CHCCSL007 |
Support counselling clients in decision-making processes |
| CHCCSM005 |
Develop, facilitate and review all aspects of case management |
| CHCDIV001 |
Work with diverse people |
| CHCDIV002 |
Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety |
| CHCLEG001 |
Work legally and ethically |
| CHCPRP003 |
Reflect on and improve own professional practice |
Elective
| National ID |
Unit Title |
| CHCCOM003 |
Develop workplace communication strategies |
| CHCDIV003 |
Manage and promote diversity |
| CHCMGT005 |
Facilitate workplace debriefing and support processes |
| CHCMHS001 |
Work with people with mental health issues |
Apply now
Ready to apply for this course? Check out the
apply and enrol page for more information.
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