Counselling

About the course

This Graduate Diploma in Counselling prepares you for professional counselling practice by building core counselling knowledge and strong interpersonal skills. You’ll explore evidence-based approaches, case conceptualisation and assessment, and develop capacity to support people during vulnerable life stages. The course includes practical, hands-on learning with a focus on mental health and working ethically and respectfully with Indigenous, multicultural and diverse communities in a graduate-level counselling qualification.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue counselling-related roles across government and non-government organisations, supporting adults, children, families and couples. Typical employment settings include education and training, healthcare and social assistance, and other community services. The qualification also provides a pathway to further study, allowing eligible graduates to progress to the Master of Counselling. This is a graduate diploma designed for entry into professional counselling practice within health and community contexts.

Career outcome

Upon graduating from this program, you may be employed in roles such as counsellor, clinical psychologist, occupational psychologist, educational psychologist, occupational psychologist, sport and exercise psychologist, and etc. in companies including schools, universities, hospitals, companies, private practice, and etc.

Living Costs in Perth**

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Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 23	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,255 - 1,660	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 866 - 1,146
Transportation (Daily) A$ 6 - 8	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 243 - 321

Average Salary**

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