Rehabilitation Counsellor Courses
Rehabilitation Counsellors assist individuals facing challenges from disability, injury, or addiction by developing tailored plans and resources.
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How do I become a Rehabilitation Counsellor
Get qualified to work as a Rehabilitation Counsellor with a course recognised across Australia. Speak to a training provider to learn more.
CHC51015
Duration
3 months - 24 months
Study mode
Blended, Distance, On Campus, Online, RPL, Traineeship
The Diploma of Counselling is suitable for students seeking careers as counsellors working with clients on personal and psychological issues using established counselling modalities. Students graduate ready to work in supported counselling roles in established agencies rather than in independent practice. Students will learn about communication, micro-counselling and interviewing skills and how to draw on varied counselling therapies to assist clients.
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Duration
3 months - 24 months
Study mode
Blended, Distance, On Campus, Online, RPL, Traineeship
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CHC53315 & CHC53215
Estimated fee
From $12,995
The CHC53315 & CHC53215 Dual Diploma of Mental Health and Alcohol and Other Drugs provides learners with two nationally recognised qualifications. It develops advanced knowledge and skills for working with clients experiencing co-occurring needs, emphasising professional judgement, ethical decision-making, and evidence-informed practice. Graduates gain broader career pathways and the ability to work across diverse community service settings, preparing them for senior roles that require expertise, adaptabi...
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From $12,995
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CHC50425 & CHC53315
Estimated fee
From $12,995
The CHC50425 & CHC53315 Dual Diploma of Youth Work and Mental Health provides learners with two nationally recognised qualifications. It develops advanced knowledge and skills for roles in community and youth services, emphasising professional judgement, ethical decision-making, and evidence-informed practice. Graduates gain broader career opportunities and the ability to work across diverse community settings, preparing them for positions that require advanced expertise and the capacity to respond effect...
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From $12,995
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Common questions
How much do Rehabilitation Counsellors earn?
In Australia, a full time rehabilitation counsellor generally earns $1,600 per week ($83,200 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.
What are the job opportunities for Rehabilitation Counsellors?
As of May 2019, there were approximately 31,000 counsellors in Australia. That number is expected to grow to nearly 39,000 by May 2024. Though the number of rehabilitation counsellors fell from 2,100 in 2011 to 1,600 in 2016, drug and alcohol workers in particular are expected to see nearly 25% job growth in the next five years.
Source: The Labour Market Information Portal - 2019 Occupational Projections, Seek and Australian Government Job Outlook
How long does it take to become a Rehabilitation Counsellor?
To become a rehabilitation counsellor, you often need to pursue a learning pathway in which you obtain a qualification in counselling. A potentially suitable course is a Diploma of Counselling. This can take 24 months to complete depending on whether you study online, on campus or both and if you study full time or part time. Depending on your role, psychology study might also be suggested or required. You might also need to obtain other checks, including a national police check, and a working with vulnerable people and children check.
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A Rehabilitation Counsellor helps people navigate everyday issues brought on by disability, injury, addiction and poor health. They often are brought in to help clients after major life events, such as major trauma or diagnosis, that cause large changes. These allied health professionals assist those in need in a variety of ways, including helping them seek out and take advantage of employment and education opportunities and adapting to new ways of living everyday life.
Rehabilitation Counsellors often work not only with the client, but also others in his or her life, including friends, family members and potentially employers or educators. These counsellors are fully equipped with knowledge of helpful resources and know how to use these resources to develop and deliver a rehabilitation plan to clients. Rehabilitation counsellors can specialise in certain areas based on client demographics or issues faced by clients.
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