UndergraduatePsychology
Diploma of Counselling
Charles Darwin University, Darwin, NT, Australia
About this program
The Diploma of Counselling at Charles Darwin University is a first step for people seeking a career in counselling, wanting to increase their qualifications, or with an interest in psychology, social work and counselling. It prepares students with the knowledge and skills required for progression into the Bachelor of Psychological Science. Graduates may work in fields including counsellor, counselling support worker, case worker and case manager.
Cost & duration
English test scores
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Course structure
1 term of coursework
- Core Units (8 units): Counselling Theory and Micro Skills
- Introduction to Health Promotion
- Introduction to Psychology A
- Introduction to Psychology B
- Introduction to Human Services
- Communication Skills
- Dynamics of Group Work
Career & PR pathway
Occupations this degree typically leads to, and their skilled-migration list status
Clinical PsychologistANZSCO 272311
On MLTSSL, supporting the 189, 190, and 491. Registration needs the full accredited sequence (accredited bachelor's, honours, then an accredited master's or doctorate), which takes several years beyond a first degree. Also on CSOL, additionally supporting the employer-sponsored 482 and 186.
Assessed by Psychology Board of Australia
Educational PsychologistANZSCO 272312
On MLTSSL, supporting the 189, 190, and 491, subject to the same long registration pathway as other endorsed psychology areas. Also on CSOL, additionally supporting the employer-sponsored 482 and 186.
Assessed by Psychology Board of Australia
Organisational PsychologistANZSCO 272313
On MLTSSL, supporting the 189, 190, and 491, subject to the same long registration pathway as other endorsed psychology areas. Also on CSOL, additionally supporting the employer-sponsored 482 and 186.
Assessed by Psychology Board of Australia
List membership changes over time and does not guarantee an invitation. See the skilled occupation lists guide and the points calculator before relying on this for a visa decision.
Admissions
Year 12 completion, ATAR approx 60 or equivalent (STAT score of 140 also accepted)
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