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About the course
The Bachelor of Counselling prepares you for work in the growing mental health sector, focusing on helping people create positive change. You will develop foundations in psychology, assessment and interventions, counselling theory and practice, and relationship building. The course emphasises hands-on skill development through extensive placement experiences and is supported by a research-active community in psychology and community welfare. This is an undergraduate counselling degree.
Career outcome
Graduates can pursue roles supporting individuals, families and communities across a range of counselling and wellbeing settings. Career paths may include work in community services, mental health and lifestyle support programs, youth and family services, and not-for-profit or government agencies. Practical placement experience helps build job-ready counselling skills and professional confidence. This bachelor-level qualification supports entry into counselling-related roles in the mental health sector.
Living Costs in Gold Coast**
Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 22 - 29 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,564 - 2,068 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,096 - 1,449 |
Transportation (Daily) A$ 3 - 9 |
Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 234 - 310 |
Average Salary***
