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Graduate Diploma in Counselling Theory and Practice (Online)

Graduate Diploma.
Victoria University

600

in world overall ranking*

70

in local overall ranking*
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About the course

This online Graduate Diploma in Counselling Theory and Practice is designed for working professionals seeking flexible postgraduate study. You will build advanced knowledge of counselling theory and intervention practices and apply them to diverse client scenarios. The course emphasises ethical and professional practice, the influence of social systems on wellbeing, and skills for working with trauma, young people and culturally diverse clients. This is a Graduate Diploma in Psychology.

Career outcome

Graduates can use advanced counselling theory and practical intervention skills to support clients across a range of contexts. The course prepares you to apply ethical, culturally informed practice, conduct client assessment, build rapport, and develop evidence-based intervention plans. Skills can be applied in workplaces, community services and private practice settings, supporting work in counselling and related helping roles. This is a Graduate Diploma in Psychology. Preparing graduates for organisational psychology, counselling support, human services, and specialist practitioner pathways.


Average Salary***


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*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)
**Source: numbeo.com
***Source: PayScale.com (2026)

Costs

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A$29,000 per year

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Information

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1 years

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February

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Online

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HGCP

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+61 3 9663 5333

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australia@augstudy.com

Scholarships

tick iconVU INTERNATIONAL VCE SCHOLARSHIP

Up to A$12,000

tick iconVU INTERNATIONAL EXCELLENCE SCHOLARSHIP

Up to A$12,000

tick iconVU COLLEGE DIPLOMA MERIT SCHOLARSHIP

A$2,000

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