Hader Institute of Education
Diploma of Counselling
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)Our CHC51015 Diploma of Counselling prepares learners for a wide range of professional counselling roles where compassionate practice, clear ethical guidance, and strong interpersonal communication contribute to positive outcomes for individuals and families.
This nationally recognised qualification reflects the real needs of counselling work across healthcare services, community services, and private practice environments. Learners will develop the ability to build safe and supportive therapeutic relationships, apply recognised counselling theories, assist clients through complex situations, and work within professional legal and ethical standards.
This course provides learners with the knowledge and confidence required to work in professional counselling roles and to apply for registration with the Australian Counselling Association. Registration with the Australian Counselling Association is assessed and determined by an independent third party, and Hader Institute of Education has no influence over the outcome of this decision.
Delivery mode
Hader Institute of Education offers this course through the following delivery modes:
Online
Set your own study schedule and balance study with your other commitments.
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
To ensure that learners can fully participate in the course and meet all requirements, the following entry conditions apply:
- Be at least 18 years of age
- Must be an Australian citizen, a permanent resident, or hold a visa with full work and study rights.
- Have completed their education to a level which is equivalent to an Australian Senior High School Year 12 or successful completion of a Level 4 literacy and numeracy assessment or has completed an Australian Qualifications Framework Certificate IV level qualification or higher.
- Have sound computer skills, including:
◦ Ability to navigate software systems.
◦ Intermediate use of Microsoft Word (formatting, tables, editing) to complete assessments. - Have access to a laptop or desktop computer with a reliable internet connection to complete online modules and attend virtual Zoom classes.
- Complete a Pre-Training Review interview (via phone) to confirm eligibility and readiness to undertake the course.
Course fees
Career opportunities
The Diploma of Counselling will prepare you for the following roles.
Counsellor
Counsellors help their clients work through a range of personal problems including issues relating to relationships, home finances, work, parenting...
Rehabilitation Counsellor
A Rehabilitation Counsellor helps people navigate everyday issues brought on by disability, injury, addiction and poor health. They often are broug...
Grief Counsellor
Grief Counsellors are registered mental health professionals who counsel and support clients through bereavement, grief, and loss. They use industr...
Addiction Counsellor
An Addiction Counsellor supports individuals struggling with substance abuse and behavioural addictions. You might work in a rehabilitation centre,...
Youth Counsellor
Youth Counsellors support young people as they work through personal and emotional issues — helping them develop strategies for problems with relat...
Mental Health Practitioner
Mental Health Practitioners are qualified health professionals such as registered nurses, social workers, occupational therapists, and clinical psy...
About Hader Institute of Education
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