Counselling is a rewarding field that offers plenty of career opportunities and is ideal for those who genuinely have an interest in helping people struggling with their everyday problems. There are a variety of specialisations in counselling that make it an invaluable career path, giving you the opportunity be impactful and make a difference in someone's life.
Our Statement of Attainment in CHC51015 - Diploma of Counselling is a course that can provide you with the training needed to acquire basic counselling skills - either as a stepping stone to enter the field or be an additional skill set to your career.
If you work as a teacher or HR professional, you can also benefit from this course as it can give you the basic mechanisms in handling difficult situations as you encounter them.
What will you learn?
- Understanding the process of counselling, from beginning to end.
- Supporting clients by working through their issues and concerns.
- Developing interpersonal and counselling skills.
What are the course outcomes?
This course is ideal if you want to develop basic counselling skills and want to have a solid understanding of the process involved. This taster course in counselling is not only subject to individuals who work in caring professions, but may also benefit those who generally want to learn the basics of counselling in order to provide further support to their family and friends.
There are many outcomes that can come from the
Short Course in Counselling and these may include:
- Having the ability to provide counselling: If you're passionate about the mental health and wellbeing of others, it'll be a great advantage for you to know the basics of counselling and provide further support, either in a professional or personal setting.
- Be prepared for difficult situations: The short course includes simulated counselling sessions where you'll get to work with a variety of clients across different circumstances. It also includes role-playing assessments that can give you the practical skills needed to approach certain situations.
- An opportunity for a career change: If you're planning on changing careers to counselling, this course can be a perfect introduction to the field. If you successfully complete it, you may be able to pursue further study in the area, which can help you make a seamless career transition and pursue a career as a counsellor.
Why should you do this course?
- Receive an industry-recognised certificate of attainment in counselling skills. This means that if you complete this course, you'll receive a certificate that acknowledges your unique skill set in basic counselling, which you can share to potential employers and your peers.
- Learn job-ready skills through role-playing assessments and simulation. Counselling is a hands-on field so this course has been designed to offer you practical skills through role-playing. This gives you the opportunity to connect with your colleagues, family or friends to participate. This course also includes simulated counselling sessions that will help you prepare for real-life scenarios.
- Learn from inspiring and highly supportive industry experts. Our trainers have years of industry experience under their belt, so you'll be well-supported as soon as you commence your studies. You'll have the opportunity for one-on-one video tutorials, as well as assessment walk-throughs as you make progress.
You'll have access to the
Short Course in Counselling for up to 4 months, giving you time to study at your own pace and the flexibility to develop your skills. Having counselling skills can benefit you from both a professional and personal standpoint. Whether it's your intended career path or your motivation to help others through difficult times, this learning opportunity will benefit you in the long-term.