Graduate Diploma of Counselling (Child, Youth & Family Therapy)

Program Overview

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The Graduate Diploma of Counselling (Child, Youth and Family Therapy) from UniSQ equips graduates with the knowledge and skills to assist couples and families. The program includes mandatory residential schools, providing practical experience, and covers topics such as relationship counselling, child and youth counselling, and developmental considerations for intervention. Graduates can pursue careers in counselling, case management, wellbeing, and youth work, and are eligible to apply for membership with the Australian Counselling Association.

Program Outline

The Graduate Diploma of Counselling (Child, Youth and Family Therapy) from UniSQ equips students with the knowledge and expertise to assist couples and families. The program focuses on assessing the needs of couples or families, providing appropriate interventions, and articulating strategies of engagement. It also examines specific methods of engagement and intervention with child and youth clients, including developmental considerations for intervention and child abuse prevention.

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Objectives:

• Gain knowledge and expertise in relationship, child, youth, and family counselling.
• Articulate strategies of engagement for couples and families.
• Examine specific methods of engagement and intervention with child and youth clients.
• Understand developmental considerations for intervention and child abuse prevention.

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Outline:

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Program Content:

The program covers a range of topics related to counselling, including:

• Relationship counselling
• Child and youth counselling
• Family therapy
• Developmental considerations for intervention
• Child abuse prevention

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Course Schedule:

The program consists of 8 units, including:

• 5 core courses
• 3 specialization courses

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Individual Modules:

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Core Courses:

• Four of the core courses have mandatory 4-day residential schools at UniSQ Ipswich campus and mandatory online tutorials.

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Specialization Courses:

• Addiction
• Foundations of Practice
• Mental Health Counselling
• Trauma Focused Practice

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Assessment:

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Assessment Methods:

The program uses a variety of assessment methods, including:

• Assignments
• Exams
• Presentations
• Case studies

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Assessment Criteria:

The assessment criteria vary depending on the course and assessment method. However, general criteria include:

• Knowledge and understanding of the subject matter
• Critical thinking and analysis skills
• Communication and presentation skills
• Professionalism and ethical conduct

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Teaching:

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Teaching Methods:

The program is delivered through a combination of:

• Online learning
• Residential schools
• Face-to-face lectures and tutorials

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Faculty:

The program is taught by experienced faculty members who are experts in their field.

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Unique Approaches:

The program includes mandatory residential schools that provide students with the opportunity to gain practical experience, use facilities and specialist equipment, and meet staff and other students.

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Careers:

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Potential Career Paths:

Graduates of the program may pursue careers in:

• Counselling
• Case management
• Wellbeing
• Youth work

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Opportunities:

The program provides graduates with the skills and knowledge to work in a variety of settings, including:

• Schools
• Hospitals
• Community organizations
• Private practice

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Outcomes:

Graduates of the program are equipped to specialize in counselling, case management, wellbeing, and youth work skills within a child, youth, and family therapy career.

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Other:

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Professional Accreditation:

A UniSQ Graduate Diploma of Counselling enables graduates to apply for membership with the Australian Counselling Association. However, to gain professional accreditation and practice as a counsellor, it is recommended to go on to study the Master of Counselling.

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Pathways:

If students do not meet the entry requirements, they may consider the following pathway option:

• Graduate Certificate of Counselling (Child, Youth and Family Therapy)