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Graduate Diploma of Counselling (Child, Youth and Family Therapy)

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Summary
Graduate Diploma of Counselling Specialisation Child, Youth & Family Therapy (GDCN)
Study Mode
  • External
Start
  • Semester 1 (February)
  • Semester 2 (July)
Number of Units
  • 8 units
Duration
  • 1 year or part-time equivalent
Campus
  • -
View USQ Handbook
Program Information Set

Use your passion for the wellbeing of children and families

Do you want to specialise in relationship, child, youth and family counselling? With USQ’s Graduate Diploma of Counselling (Child, Youth and Family Therapy) you will gain knowledge and expertise in relationship, family, child and youth counselling, as well as child abuse prevention and intervention.

While study is mainly external, you will be required to attend mandatory residential schools at USQ Ipswich campus associated with four designated courses to meet the required number of hours of face-to-face instruction and ensure you have the best possible skills preparation. 

Further study

Use the credit you’ll gain from the Graduate Diploma of Counselling and go on to complete the Master of Counselling.

Professional accreditation

Graduates of the Graduate Diploma of Counselling will be able to apply for membership of the Australian Counselling Association (ACA) and registration as a Counsellor with the Australian Register of Counsellors and Psychotherapists

Other majors for the Graduate Diploma of Counselling include: Alcohol and Drug Studies, Clinical Supervision, Foundations of Practice and Mental Health Counselling.

Residential schools

In addition to the courses listed below, external students will also have the opportunity to come on-campus for residential schools where you will attend face-to-face lectures and tutorials, use the facilities and meet staff and other students.

Courses to be studied Units
Core courses 8
Total 8

Refer to the USQ Handbook for courses to be studied and recommended enrolment patterns.

How much will it cost?

Approximate annual costs1 for your first year of study (8 units) in this program are:

Study Mode Cost
Domestic full fee paying AUD 19680

Loan to help you pay your fees

You may not have to pay your course (subject) fees upfront. FEE-HELP allows you to defer your fees until your income reaches a certain level.

You may also be eligible to receive financial support from Centrelink.

Scholarships and financial assistance

You may be able to apply for scholarships to help with your study costs.

Residential schools

This program includes an on-campus residential school component that involves travel, accommodation and meal expenses.

1 These are indicative annual fees for 2018 and costs will vary depending on the actual courses selected during your study. Fees may also vary from year to year as they are reviewed annually.

Entry Requirements

  • A bachelor's degree from a recognised university.

English Language Requirements

You are required to satisfy the applicable English language requirements. This program requires a minimum of IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.

If you do not meet the English language requirements you may apply to study a University-approved English language program.

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How to apply

Apply with USQ

Closing dates

Applying directly to USQ:

  • Semester 2, 2018 - applications close Monday 2 July, with semester 2 commencing on Monday 16 July 2018. 
  • Semester 1, 2019 - applications close Monday 18 February, with semester 1 commencing on Monday 25 February 2019.

Credit for previous study or work experience

You may be eligible for credit if you have previously studied or have relevant work experience. This will help to reduce the number of courses that you need to study to finish your program.

Other options for you

Graduate Certificate of Counselling (Child, Youth and Family Therapy)
Master of Counselling (Child, Youth and Family Therapy)