New South Wales

Family Counsellor courses in Ballina

Browse courses recommended for aspiring family counsellor in Ballina NSW.

Courses for beginners

There are no courses available in Ballina New South Wales for beginner learners with no prior experience or qualifications.

Courses for experienced learners

There are 4 courses available in Ballina New South Wales for experienced learners with prior experience or qualifications.

CHC81115

Graduate Diploma of Family Dispute Resolution

Online
12 months
$11,345
  • Completed Bachelor Degree (AQF Level 7) or above in Psychology, Social Work, Law, Conflict Management, Dispute Resolution, Family Law Mediation or equivalent OR
  • Evidence of relevant skills, knowledge and employment experience OR
  • Hold either National Mediator Accreditation System (NMAS) accreditation or the Mediation skill set from the Community Services Training Package (CHC).
Additional requirements may apply.
  • Completed Bachelor Degree (AQF Level 7) or above in Psychology, Social Work, Law, Conflict Management, Dispute Resolution, Family Law Mediation or equivalent OR
  • Evidence of relevant skills, knowledge and employment experience OR
  • Hold either National Mediator Accreditation System (NMAS) accreditation or the Mediation skill set from the Community Services Training Package (CHC).
  • Hold either National Mediator Accreditation System (NMAS) accreditation or the Mediation skill set from the Community Services Training Package (CHC).
Additional requirements may apply.
CHC81015

Graduate Diploma of Relationship Counselling

Online
18 months
from $6,400
  • Completed Diploma of Counselling or equivalent qualifications OR
  • Evidence of relevant skills, knowledge and employment experience OR
  • Hold an undergraduate degree or higher qualification in Counselling, Psychology, Social Work, Social Science or equivalent.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • Completed Diploma of Counselling or equivalent qualifications OR
  • Evidence of relevant skills, knowledge and employment experience OR
  • Hold an undergraduate degree or higher qualification in Counselling, Psychology, Social Work, Social Science or equivalent.
  • Hold an undergraduate degree or higher qualification in Counselling, Psychology, Social Work, Social Science or equivalent.
Additional requirements may apply.

Master of Counselling

Blended, Distance, On Campus, Online
18 - 24 months
$0 - $53,280
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Graduate Certificate of Counselling

Online
12 months
$0 - $14,300
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
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More about family counsellor courses in Ballina

If you're considering a rewarding career in supporting families, our Family Counsellor courses in Ballina offer a fantastic starting point. Whether you are a beginner with no prior experience or an experienced professional looking to enhance your skills, there are five courses tailored to meet your needs. For those new to the field, the Course in Identifying and Responding to Family Violence Risk 22510VIC is an ideal introduction, equipping you with foundational knowledge to assist families in crisis.

Seasoned professionals can deepen their expertise with advanced options such as the Graduate Diploma of Family Dispute Resolution CHC81115 and the Graduate Diploma of Relationship Counselling CHC81015. These qualifications are pivotal for those aiming to specialise further in family counselling settings. Additionally, the Master of Counselling and the Graduate Certificate of Counselling provide comprehensive training for uplifting your professional profile in Ballina’s community services landscape.

Engaging with Counselling or Child Welfare, Youth and Family Intervention courses can further complement your journey into family counselling. By choosing one of the Family Counsellor courses in Ballina, you are taking a significant step towards making a real difference in your community, providing support and guidance to families in need. Embrace this opportunity to develop your skills and impact the lives of others positively!

Further reading

How to start a career in counselling

7th September 2020

What can you do with a Diploma of Counselling?

11th September 2019

How to start a career in child welfare

28th July 2020