Graduate Diploma of Education (Guidance and Counselling)

Program Overview

UniSQ's Graduate Diploma of Education (Guidance & Counselling) prepares teachers to become guidance officers, counsellors, or school counsellors. The program develops advanced counselling skills, provides insights into student well-being, and teaches assessment techniques. Graduates can pursue careers in education settings, government agencies, and industry.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

UniSQ's Graduate Diploma of Education (Guidance & Counselling) is designed for teachers seeking to advance their careers as guidance officers, guidance counsellors, or school counsellors. The program equips students with fundamental counselling skills and an understanding of the challenges faced by students and the strategies employed by contemporary education professionals to address them.

Objectives:

• Develop advanced counselling skills in educational settings
• Gain insights into the emotional and behavioural issues affecting children and young people
• Enhance understanding of child well-being and protection
• Acquire knowledge in assessment and testing techniques

Outline:

The program comprises 8 units, including:

• 7 coursework major pathways courses

Careers:

Graduates can pursue careers in various settings, including schools, TAFEs, universities, government agencies, and industry.

• Articulation into the Masters of Education (Guidance and Counselling) is possible, which is required for full membership to the QGCA.