photoloop-counselling2.swf

Bachelor of Applied Social Science (Counselling)

The Bachelor of Applied Social Science (Counselling) is ideal if you are interested in studying counselling at ACAP and working as a counsellor in a variety of areas of specialisation or in a counselling related profession. Completing this course will provide you with practical counselling skills and a firm understanding of the social and environmental contexts that impact on individuals in today’s society.

With over 28 years of experience in teaching counselling, our small class sizes and hands-on approach to learning vital communication, counselling, behaviour and psychology skills will give you an advantage in this growing field. Our counselling degrees are PACFA accredited and available to study via flexible delivery or on-campus in the CBD in Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane.

Enrol now to start in September. FEE-Help available.

Fast facts

The first year of the Bachelor of Applied Social science (Counselling) is common to all three areas of specialisation. You may apply to enter your chosen area of specialisation after completing the Bachelor of Applied Social science (for details, see the Bachelor of Applied Social Science).

Quick look at Bachelor of Applied Social Science Counselling

Course length Three years full-time, or part-time equivalent including the common first year
Entry requirements Satisfactory completion of 5 modules of the ACAP Bachelor of Applied Social Science
OR
Completion of the Diploma of Counselling (CHC51708), Diploma of Community Services (Case Management) (CHC5200) or equivalent
AND
Completion of an assessment of readiness for the Counseling Profession
Available to Domestic and international students
Study On-campus in Sydney, Melbourne or Brisbane, or via flexible delivery
Modules 24 modules, including the common first year, four specialisation modules and two student placements totaling 400 hours
Electives Include counselling and assessment, human resource management, alcohol counselling and family and relationship counselling and more.
Funding FEE-HELP and scholarships are available
CRICOS course code 051779F NSW, 06113E VIC, 053947K QLD

See more details in the Course Guide

Counsellor Development Workshops

Counsellor Development Workshops (CDWs) are a requirement if you are in the counselling specialisation, have studied through Flexible Delivery, and not completed a minimum of 3 of the following modules on campus:

Counsellor Development Workshops (CDWs) provide a highly dynamic and interactive opportunity to apply skills and knowledge. They consist of three individual one week workshops which include intensive exercises and activities designed to consolidate the integration of theory and practice. Workshops are held throughout the year at the Sydney Brisbane and Melbourne campuses. For workshop times and dates see the Academic Calendar.