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The Diploma of Counselling and Psychotherapy is the perfect starting point for anyone passionate about helping others, understanding human behaviour, and building a meaningful career in mental health. This program equips you with essential counselling skills, practical therapeutic approaches, and a deep understanding of mental health support.
Everything you need to know about this program
1 Year (full-time)
Year 12 or equivalent + IELTS 6.0 (no band < 5.5)
AUD 12,000 - 20,000/year
February, May, July, October
Diploma
Ikon Institute of Australia
Key features that make this program stand out
Introduction to counselling micro-skills
Trauma-informed practice training
Case-note writing and intake assessments
Therapeutic communication techniques
Ethical and professional practice
Pathway to Bachelor programs
The Diploma of Counselling and Psychotherapy is the perfect starting point for anyone passionate about helping others, understanding human behaviour, and building a meaningful career in mental health. Designed for both domestic and international students, this program equips you with essential counselling skills, practical therapeutic approaches, and a deep understanding of mental health support.
Australia faces a significant rise in mental-health service needs. Counselling professionals are needed in schools, hospitals, community centres, aged care facilities, correctional services, and private practice.
This diploma is a recognised pathway toward Bachelor of Counselling and Psychotherapy, Bachelor of Psychology & Counselling, Graduate Diploma, and Master of Counselling and Psychotherapy.
Students learn counselling micro-skills, trauma-informed practice, case-note writing, intake assessments, therapeutic communication, and ethical and professional practice.
Working in counselling allows you to support vulnerable individuals, families, and communities. It is emotionally rewarding and offers long-term stability.
Many accredited institutions in Australia offer this program with student visa eligibility, flexible intakes, supportive learning environments, and clinical experience opportunities.
Take the first step toward a rewarding career in counselling and psychotherapy. Our admissions team is ready to guide you through the application process.
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