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National code: CHC51015

Diploma of Counselling at Queanbeyan

Class details

Schedule Pace and number of hours.

Part Time

Delivery Method of course delivery.

Virtual classroom on campus

Duration

Course duration Total time required to complete a course.

2 years

Start date First day of attendance online or on campus.

Next intake

End date Final day of attendance online or on campus.

Time Commitment

Class and study time The average amount of time each week you’ll spend in class attendance and participation, directed study, and any required work placements. You may also need to do additional hours of self-directed study.

16 hours per week

Fee details

Exemptions available You may be eligible for a Fee Exemption (you pay no fees), if you are Aboriginal or have a disability.

$0

First Qualification Fee You'll pay this fee if you live in NSW, meet residency requirements, have left school, and haven't previously completed any study.

$0

Subsequent Qualification Fee You'll pay this fee if you live in NSW, meet residency requirements, have left school, and have completed previous study.

$0

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This course is approved for a Commonwealth VET Student Loan (VSL).

Proposed timetable What time classes run

This course is currently scheduled on Monday and Wednesday from 5.30pm to 8.30pm via connected learning (MS Teams). This timetable may change and will be confirmed by your teacher.

Additional information Other things to know

Assessments

Assessments give you the opportunity to demonstrate what you have learnt and to identify the knowledge or skills that may need further development.

  • Knowledge assessment: short answer, extended response, research tasks, assignments

  • Practical skills assessments: role plays, demonstrations under observation, group work

  • Skills assessment: case studies, group assessments

Work placement

Work placement provides you with opportunities to respond to situations and circumstances that cannot be replicated in a learning or simulated environment. Work placement strengthens your training and supports continued learning and assessment in the workplace.

  • Applying with us is easy, though the exact process does depend on your course and any prerequisites that go with it. Be sure to read all course information carefully to make sure it is the right qualification, location and study type for you. As you progress through the application and enrolment process you will be prompted to provide additional information.

    For further information or assistance, call 131 601

Materials needed

To complete this course, the following materials are required:

  • Further costs in addition to your student fees may be applicable for this qualification. These costs are to provide you with additional resources to support your learning. The following resources can be sourced directly by the student:

    1. Geldard, D, Geldard, K, Yin Foo, R, (2017) Basic Personal Counselling 10th Edition Cengage Learning Australia Pty Ltd. This text is also available as an e-book with TAFE NSW library.
    1. Gehart, Diane R, (2015) Theory and Treatment Planning in Counselling and Psychotherapy 2nd Edition, Cengage Learning Australia Pty Ltd.

Additional entry requirements

To make sure this delivery option is the right fit for you, we will need you to demonstrate that you can meet the additional requirements below.

  • To be able to successfully complete this course, you will need:

    • to provide a valid and clear Working With Children Check (WWCC) and Federal Police Check prior to work placement.
    • At Diploma level students are expected to be able to read, comprehend and express complex issues.
  • Work Placement is a requirement of this course. You will need to complete:

    • Work placement hours are built into the course via a strong practical focus and industry partnership. Provide a valid Working With Children Check (WWCC) and Criminal Record Check prior to work placement.
  • Connect with the Mental Health, Youth Work and Counselling (MHYWC) Team by joining the weekly drop in session each Wednesday from 11:30am to 12.00pm (public holidays excluded). This informal meeting will connect you with the MHYWC Team, supporting you to find out about our current courses and upcoming opportunities https://tinyurl.com/y4jg4yqz

Units Units taught in this course

Courses are made up of a combination of both core and specialty units. In the Diploma of Counselling qualification, you’ll need to successfully complete 17 units of competency, including 13 core and 4 speciality units.

Core units are central to the job outcomes of a particular industry or occupation. These are the units industry has agreed are essential to be capable and qualified at a particular study level.

  • Recognise and respond to crisis situations CHCCCS019

  • Establish and confirm the counselling relationship CHCCSL001

  • Apply specialist interpersonal and counselling interview skills CHCCSL002

  • Facilitate the counselling relationship and process CHCCSL003

  • ... 4

Course delivery Virtual classroom, on campus

You will attend a TAFE NSW campus or Connected Learning Centre to connect with your teachers and other students in a virtual classroom where you will participate in learning activities via video or web conferencing technology. Much like a regular class, you will have scheduled times of attendance. Depending on what you are studying, your course may also include some online units or practice training though our network of Mobile Training Units.

Queanbeyan

A 10 minute drive from Canberra, the lively city of Queanbeyan revels in its sporting, cultural and artistic communities. TAFE NSW Queanbeyan campus offers you a range of courses in outreach, business services, general education, community services, rural studies, information technology and trades.

Campus address

Cnr Buttle & MacQuoid Streets Queanbeyan 2620

Parking on campus grounds is available.

Refer to your local bus timetables, visit transportnsw.info

Facilities

TAFE NSW campuses work closely with the community and industry to ensure you have access to the industry standard technologies, equipment and facilities.

  • Automotive training workshop

  • Bricklaying, concreting, tiling and construction workshop

  • Connected Learning Centre with 24 hour access

  • Fully equipped library

  • Hair and beauty training facilities

  • Health, Wellbeing and Community Services SkillsPoint

  • Simulated hospital nursing environment

  • Simulated practical aged care training facility

Student support

We're here for you. Get help and assistance with nearly every aspect of your study life - from study support and student resources, to counselling, guidance, and help finding jobs or accommodation.

  • Mon 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
  • Tue 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
  • Wed 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
  • Thu 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
  • Fri 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
  • Sat Closed
  • Sun Closed