Master of Counselling

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Fees

Fee type for this course: Full fee

Location

Applications closed

Overview

Develop a deep understanding of the theory and practice of counselling with the Master of Counselling at Victoria University (VU).

You'll gain experience in adult, child and adolescent counselling, focusing your learning on:

counselling and psychological theory
counselling interventions and psychological therapies (for adults, children, adolescents and families)
practical skills through industry-based learning and placement.

The Master of Counselling covers:

insights into a range of presenting issues, including depression, anxiety, grief, loss and addictions
an understanding of the ethics of counselling
the completion of a practice-based minor thesis.

: The Master of Counselling involves placements in professional settings.
One of VU’s greatest strengths is our links with industry. We have more than 4,000 industry connections university-wide.
: Study this course via our award-winning VU Block Model®, where you complete one subject at a time over four weeks, rather than juggling several at once.
Learning in workshop-style classes, you’ll develop strong connections with your peers and practical skills for your future career.
You’ll also get fast feedback on your assignments, helping you to improve quickly as you progress through your course.
Learn more about the VU Block Model®
: Achieve your full potential with The Learning Hub, which helps you develop your confidence, academic ability, and study skills.
Benefit from in-person mentoring and study sessions, along with a range of digital learning modules that you can access anytime.
Get help from our online, 24/7 support service to polish your assignments before you submit, and receive guidance on writing, referencing, maths and more.
Read more about The Learning Hub

Entry requirements

When assessing your application, we consider your educational achievements and work experience, as well as your skills and personal attributes (where relevant).

Applicants for this course will need to meet the entry criteria outlined below. If you don’t meet the entry criteria, you may be able to gain entry by first completing a related course or unit(s). We call this a ‘pathway’.

You may also be eligible for course ‘credits’, where you are granted a unit or units towards your qualification for equivalent previous study or work experience, so you can graduate sooner.

Entry criteria

Credit & Entry pathways into this course

Victoria University is committed to providing a transparent admissions process. Find out more about how to apply for our courses, and our commitment to admissions transparency. Meeting the minimum admission criteria does not guarantee entry into this course. Past academic performance may be considered.

Course structure

After you are accepted into your course, you will need to enrol in your course units.

During enrolment, use your course delivery plan to understand the structure and requirements of your course.

Fees & scholarships

Fees

Scholarships

Careers

This course leads to careers in:

counselling
family support
multicultural services
community work
school counselling
welfare services
palliative care
refugee services
youth work.

Please note: this is not a psychology course accredited by the Australian Psychological Society.

Salaries

Visit Jobs and Skills Australia to find the average employment salaries for counsellors in Australia.

Start dates

Applications closed

There are currently no scheduled intakes for this course.
Register your interest, and we'll get in contact to discuss your options.

Professional accreditation/Industry recognition

Australian Counselling Association (ACA)

This course is accredited by the Australian Counselling Association (ACA), the largest registration body for counsellors in Australia.

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