Counselling Courses in Cairns

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Popular Counselling Courses in Cairns

CHC52025

Diploma of Community Services

Estimated fee

$225 - $1,685

Duration

6 months - 24 months

Study mode

Blended, On Campus, Online, RPL

The CHC52025 Diploma of Community Services is a nationally recognised qualification that prepares students for leadership roles in the community services sector. Students will develop advanced skills in advocacy, social justice, policy development, and program design. Graduates can work in leadership roles, such as community services manager, program manager, or social policy analyst, in government and non-government organisations.

Career opportunities

Case Management

Case Worker

Community Development Officer

Community Outreach Coordinator

Community Services Officer

Crisis Support Worker

Estimated fee

$225 - $1,685

Duration

6 months - 24 months

Study mode

Blended, On Campus, Online, RPL

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CHC53215

Diploma of Alcohol and Other Drugs

Estimated fee

From $1,499

Duration

12 months - 24 months

Study mode

Blended, On Campus, Online

A Diploma of Alcohol and Other Drugs CHC53215 is great for students seeking a career as drug and alcohol counsellors. This is a high-end qualification and students complete 22 units across workplace management and first aid, counselling, and providing add-on services like relapse prevention and performing interventions. The Diploma of Alcohol and Other Drugs CHC53215 is a nationally recognised training qualification and part of the official Community Services Training Package.

Career opportunities

Substance Abuse Counsellor

Social Worker

Welfare Worker

Drug and Alcohol Counsellor

Mental Health Social Worker

Rehabilitation Counsellor

Estimated fee

From $1,499

Duration

12 months - 24 months

Study mode

Blended, On Campus, Online

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CHC42021 & CHC40421

Dual Certificate IV in Community Services and Certificate IV in Youth Work

Estimated fee

From $7,495

Duration

16 months

Study mode

Online

The CHC42021 & CHC40421 Dual Certificate IV in Community Services and Youth Work provides learners with two nationally recognised qualifications. It develops practical skills and knowledge for supporting individuals, families, and young people, emphasising ethical practice, professional judgement, and client-focused approaches. Graduates gain broader career opportunities and the ability to work across diverse community service settings, preparing them for roles that combine compassion with professional gr...

Career opportunities

Youth Worker

Case Worker

Support Worker

Community Support Worker

Estimated fee

From $7,495

Duration

16 months

Study mode

Online

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CHCPRT025

Identify and Report Children and Young People at Risk

Estimated fee

From $120

Duration

Half day - 6 months

Study mode

Blended, Distance, On Campus, Online

The CHCPRT025 Identify and Report Children and Young People at Risk course is an approved child protection training required by government protocol. It covers recognising signs of abuse and neglect, and understanding types of abuse. This unit outlines skills to identify and report at-risk children and young people according to legislative requirements. It applies to workers in roles providing services to children and young people, including community services, education, childcare, and health contexts. E...

Career opportunities

Social Worker

Family Support Worker

Youth Worker

Child Safety Officer

Caseworker

Early Childhood Educator

Estimated fee

From $120

Duration

Half day - 6 months

Study mode

Blended, Distance, On Campus, Online

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Course providers in Cairns

The following providers offer Counselling courses in Cairns, Queensland.

Provider name

Training Education And Management Services

RTO code

91852

Courses available

32

Provider name

Sydney Catholic Schools

RTO code

90478

Courses available

35

Provider name

Australian Institute of Credit Management

RTO code

6263

Courses available

3

Provider name

Australian Learning and Care

RTO code

45569

Courses available

25

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Aged Care

Nurture your caring side with a career in Aged Care. Career pathways include Personal Carers, Aged Care Workers and Diversional Therapists. Check your eligibility for government funding. Start your career in Aged Care today.

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Aged Care Worker

Personal Carer

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Alcohol and Other Drugs

Make an impact in the community and change lives through the Alcohol and Other Drugs career pathway. Possible job roles include Rehabilitation Counsellor, Substance Abuse Counsellor and Social Worker. Check your eligibility for...

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Substance Abuse Counsellor

Social Worker

Intake Worker

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Case Management

Case Management courses are ideal for those wanting to give back to the community and facilitate change in a professional setting. Career pathways include Youth Case Worker and Case Manager. Check your eligibility for governmen...

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Youth Case Worker

Case Management

Case Worker

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