About This Course
The Undergraduate Certificate in Counselling introduces students to foundational counselling concepts and skills and how these are used in counselling practice and guides them through the challenges of interpersonal communication.
The certificate is targeted at those who are wanting to explore the counselling field and those who work or volunteer in roles that are not professional counselling roles but may nevertheless benefit from some basic counselling knowledge (e.g. SSO, Christian Pastoral Support Worker).
Course Learning Outcomes
Knowledge
- Demonstrate foundational knowledge of key counselling concepts and skills and how these are applied in counselling practice
Skills
- Analyse contemporary issues and challenges in interpersonal communication and propose solutions to these difficulties
- Critically reflect on their personal development and practice as counsellors
Application of Knowledge and Skills
- Employ effective communication and appropriate counselling microskills in counselling contexts
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4
Unit Total
3
CORE
1
elective
CORE
ELECTIVES
- Elective 1
Options vary and are subject to availability.
Where can I study?
You can study on campus at Adelaide – Millswood SA, or partially online with online plus.
Field education placement is a requirement of this course and is offered at: Adelaide – Millswood SA
How much does it cost?
Learn more about
fees and available payment options.
Pre-requisites:
There are no pre-requisites for entry into this course. Specific units within the course may have pre-requisites. Further details can be found in the unit outlines.
Assumed Knowledge:
None
Application Process:
Applications may be accepted up to two weeks after the semester begins.
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How long does it take?
6 months full-time* or part-time equivalent.
*Not available full-time in every intake.
What do I need for entry?
60 ATAR
OR
Completion of Certificate IV or above
OR
Qualify for mature age entry
OR
Tabor School Supported Entry (TSSE) – An alternative entry pathway for Secondary Students (no ATAR) Learn how it works here.
NON-ACADEMIC ADMISSION REQUIREMENT
Applicants must attend an interview in which they demonstrate capacities for counselling including self-awareness, relational abilities, ethical understanding, and the ability to reflect on experience and be open to feedback.
When can I start?
Semester 1 – February
Semester 2 – July
Additional Information
COURSE CODES
Tabor: H.CCNS
SATAC: Not applicable
COURSE LEVEL
Undergraduate Course
MAKE AN ENQUIRY
Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences
Email: enquiry@tabor.edu.au
Phone:1300 482 267
The Australian Higher Education Regulator, TEQSA, has accredited Undergraduate Certificates until the end of June 2025. Students have three semesters to complete the required units for their Undergraduate Certificates: semester 2, 2024, summer semester 2024-2025, and first semester 2025. Should a student be unable to complete their Undergraduate Certificate prior to the end of June and the accreditation of these awards not be extended, Tabor will be able to transfer the student into a related Diploma where they will receive full credit for any units completed within their Undergraduate Certificate studies.