Bachelor of Applied Social Science (Counselling)

Torrens University Australia

Bachelor's degree

In Sydney (Australia)

£ 2,010.38 VAT inc.

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Original amount in USD:

$ 2,515

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Description

  • Type

    Bachelor's degree

  • Location

    Sydney (Australia)

  • Duration

    3 Years

The Bachelor of Applied Social Science (Counselling) will equip you with the practical skills and knowledge required to work with different groups as a counsellor in a variety of areas, including community settings, counselling organisations and the health services sector. Upon completion, you can apply for membership for Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia (PACFA) or Australian Counselling Association (ACA), the national bodies for counselling and psychotherapy .

This degree is a three year full-time, dynamic qualification that will provide you with the theoretical and practical skills you need to pursue a career as a counsellor. As part of this course, you’ll choose two elective units to complement the 22 core subjects. You’ll also be able to apply your learnings to clinical situations with around 400 hours of work placement.

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Start date

Sydney (Australia)
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Start date

On request

About this course

Apply specific counselling modalities and interventions to meet the needs of clients.
Explain mental health and the impact of mental ill health on individuals and families.
Respond to human diversity and establish working relationships with clients.
Apply effective counselling interventions with people presenting with alcohol, drug abuse and addiction.
Apply constructive methods to facilitate change.
Evaluate the effectiveness of counselling.
Refer clients to other health professionals as appropriate

As a graduate you’ll have a wealth of career opportunities available to you as a counsellor in a number of areas.

Career paths
Community Counselling
Drug and Alcohol Counselling
Women’s Health Counselling
Family Support
Anxiety and Depression Counselling

Why study with us?
As the country’s fastest-growing university, Torrens University Australia brings a fresh approach to higher education. We focus on giving you the skills and the knowledge to ensure long-term success in your career. Our academics are highly qualified and will support you in every step of your study.

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Subjects

  • Psychotherapy
  • Social Science
  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Counselling
  • Human development

Course programme

Each subject involves 10 hours of study per week, comprising 3 hours of facilitated study and 7 hours self-directed study.

Year 1

8 Core subjects
  • Interpersonal Communication | COU101A
  • Theories of Counselling | COU102A
  • Human Development Across the Lifespan (F2F & Online) | COU103A
  • Applied Counselling 1 | COU104A
  • Understanding Societies: An Introduction to Social Analysis | SOC102A
  • Developing Social Policy | SOC103A
  • Introduction to Community Services | WEL101A
  • Health and Well-Being | WEL102A
Year 2

8 Core subjects

Choose 1 elective subject from the electives tab
  • Mediation and Conflict Management | SOC201A
  • Ethics and Professional Practice | WEL202A
  • Relationship Counselling | COU201A
  • Introduction to Social Research Methods | SOC202A
  • Applied Counselling 2 | COU203A
  • Mental Health and the Community | COU202A
  • Fieldwork 1 | FLD201A
  • Applied Counselling 3 | COU204A
Year 3

6 Core subjects

Choose 2 elective subjects from the electives tab
  • Working with Addicted Populations | COU301A
  • Qualitative Research Methods | SOC301A
  • Community Development | WEL301A
  • Field Work 2 for Counselling | FLD302A
  • Counselling for Grief and Loss | COU302A
  • Evaluating Approaches to Counselling | COU303A
Electives

Choose 2 elective subjects from below:
  • Alcohol and Other Drugs | COU304A
  • Narrative Therapy | COU306A
  • Existential Psychotherapy | COU307A
  • Focusing: Enhancing the Mind-Body Connection in Therapy | COU308A
  • Introduction to Gestalt Therapy | COU309A
  • Spirituality and Psychotherapy | COU310A
  • Case Management and Program Development | WEL302A
  • WEL303A Human Rights and Social Advocacy
  • Death and Dying | WEL304A
  • Protection of Children | WEL305A

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Bachelor of Applied Social Science (Counselling)

£ 2,010.38 VAT inc.

*Indicative price

Original amount in USD:

$ 2,515

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