Master of Education (School Guidance and Counselling) (Online)

About the course

This Master of Education (School Guidance and Counselling) is designed for registered teachers who want to qualify as school guidance officers/counsellors. You’ll develop skills to build effective relationships with students, families and staff, and to design and deliver responsive support programs focused on wellbeing and career development. The course is delivered online and prepares graduates to lead student support agendas across Prep to Year 12 in schools. The programme enhances curriculum leadership, pedagogical innovation, and educational policy understanding for professional educators.

Career outcome

Graduates are prepared for specialist student support roles in schools, applying counselling and guidance practices to enhance wellbeing, engagement and pathways planning. Typical outcomes include working as a school guidance officer or guidance counsellor, supporting students from Prep to Year 12, collaborating with teachers and external professionals, and contributing to whole-school wellbeing and career development initiatives. This is a master’s qualification focused on education and teaching support services.

Average Salary***

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***Source: PayScale.com (2026)