Online Course · Counselling

Become a Counsellor

Whether you're changing careers or stepping up, this diploma has you covered. You learn client work, crisis response, and case management online. Live sessions and mentoring keep you moving.

From $77per week, interest-free
12 Monthsself-paced study
Onlineself-paced learning
ACAaccredited training
At a Glance

Course Snapshot

Study AreaCounselling
Course CodeCHC51015
LevelAQF Level 5
Duration12 Months
Study ModeOnline self-paced
AssessmentWritten tasks and role plays
Comes with
  • Nationally recognised training
  • ACA accredited training
  • Weekly live Zoom sessions
  • Job-Ready Program support
Who It’s For

Why Do This Course

Start A New Path

Build skills for counselling and community services work. Learn client work, crisis response, case management, and ethical practice.

Grow Your Support Skills

If you already support people, build stronger client work skills. Study counselling therapies, decision-making, crisis support, and case management.

Study Around Your Life

Study online at your own pace. Join live evening Zoom sessions, watch recorded lectures, and get monthly mentoring.

Where The Skills Fit

Where These Skills Could Take You

These skills fit across community services, mental health, and private practice. The work can include listening, client support, case plans, and referrals.

Counsellor

Use client work, counselling skills, and decision-making support in community or private practice.

Mental Health Support Worker

Support people with mental health issues using respectful communication and referral skills.

Case Manager

Use case management skills to plan, review, and coordinate client support.

Family And Relationship Counsellor

Use counselling skills to support people through family and relationship concerns.

Drug And Alcohol Counsellor

Use client support and counselling skills in alcohol and other drug services.

Youth Counsellor

Use counselling and development skills when supporting young people.

Roles where these skills are useful, not promised outcomes. Every role is different, and some need more study or experience.

The Course

What You'll Learn

Seventeen units cover client work, ethics, crisis support, and case management.

01
Counselling Skills And Client Work
Build skills for client work and counselling sessions.
CHCCSL001 Establish and confirm the counselling relationship
CHCCSL002 Apply specialist interpersonal and counselling interview skills
CHCCSL003 Facilitate the counselling relationship and process
CHCCSL006 Select and use counselling therapies
CHCCSL007 Support counselling clients in decision-making processes
02
Ethics, Culture And Practice
Learn safe, respectful, and ethical ways of working.
CHCLEG001 Work legally and ethically
CHCDIV001 Work with diverse people
CHCDIV002 Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety
CHCPRP003 Reflect and improve own professional practice
03
Crisis, Casework And Theory
Support people through crisis, change, and complex needs.
CHCCCS019 Recognise and respond to crisis situations
CHCCSM005 Develop, facilitate and review all aspects of case management
CHCCSL004 Research and apply personality and development theories
CHCCSL005 Apply learning theories in counselling
04
Elective Support Areas
Choose areas linked to your career goals.
CHCCCS017 Provide loss and grief support
CHCDFV001 Recognise and respond appropriately to domestic and family violence
CHCADV001 Facilitate the interests and rights of clients
CHCMHS001 Work with people with mental health issues
Included

What You’ll Get

In The Course

  • Seventeen course units, thirteen core units and four electives
  • Live Zoom teaching, weekly sessions with your trainer
  • Recorded lectures, watch when it suits you
  • Industry masterclasses, with industry professionals

As A Student

  • Monthly mentoring, one-on-one by Zoom or phone
  • Trainer support, responses within 72 hours on business days
  • Monthly outreach calls, from the Learner Support Department
  • Job-Ready Program, employment assistance while studying
Why This One

What Makes It Different

Here is what stands out in this course.

01
Live Support Each Week

Join weekly live Zoom sessions with your trainer. You can ask questions and practise skills with other learners.

02
Monthly One-On-One Mentoring

Meet monthly with a mentor by Zoom or phone. Trainer replies come within 72 hours on business days.

03
Practice-Based Tasks

Build skills through written tasks, case studies, practical activities, demonstrations, and role plays.

The Credentials

What You'll Earn

NATIONALLY RECOGNISED COURSE

Diploma of Counselling

CHC51015 · Hader Institute of Education

Nationally Recognised Course

Complete the CHC51015 Diploma of Counselling. It is a nationally recognised AQF Level 5 course.

ACA Accredited Training

The course is accredited by the Australian Counselling Association. Graduates can apply for ACA Level 1 registration.

Certificate And Transcript

Receive a completion certificate and Academic Transcript. They are issued within 30 days of final tasks.

Getting Started

How It Works

Step one

Apply

Apply online or over the phone.

Step two

Complete The Quiz

Take the short online literacy and numeracy quiz.

Step three

Join Your Call

Complete a short pre-training interview by phone.

Step four

Get Started

Receive your acceptance letter and online login details.

The Investment

How to Get Started

$77 / week
Pay weekly or fortnightly interest-free, or pay upfront.
Interest-free weekly payments
Interest-free fortnightly payments
Flexible payment plans available
Full refund within 3 days of acceptance
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Good to Know

Common Questions

What do I need to enrol?

You must be at least 18. You need Australian work and study rights. You also complete an LLN assessment and phone interview.

How will I study?

Study online at your own pace. Join live evening Zoom sessions. Recorded lectures and industry masterclasses are also included.

How long does the course take?

The course duration is 12 months. Study is self-paced online.

What support will I get?

Get weekly live Zoom sessions and monthly mentoring. Trainers reply within 72 hours on business days.

How will I be assessed?

Tasks include written work, case studies, practical activities, demonstrations, and role plays.

What does it cost each week?

Weekly payments start from $77 interest-free. Fortnightly interest-free plans and upfront payment are also available.

Is this course accredited?

It is accredited by the Australian Counselling Association. It is also nationally recognised at AQF Level 5. Graduates can apply for ACA Level 1 registration.

Can I get a refund?

Cancel before acceptance or within 3 days. You receive a full refund of fees paid.

Delivered By

About the College

Hader Institute of Education delivers this online course. It is a nationally recognised training provider with RTO 45162.

Learners get weekly Zoom sessions, monthly mentoring, and support from trainers. Student services respond within 24 hours.

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