Master of Counselling (Child, Youth and Family Therapy)

Program Overview

This Master of Counselling (Child, Youth & Family Therapy) program prepares students for specialized counseling in children, youth, and families. Offered through a blend of online learning and residential schools, the program equips graduates with the knowledge and skills for professional practice, including a research project pathway. It is accredited by PACFA and ACA, enabling registration as a Counsellor (ARCAP).

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

This Master of Counselling (Child, Youth & Family Therapy) program is designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to work as a specialist in the field of counselling for children, young people, and families. The program meets the educational requirements for entry into the counselling profession and provides graduates with the opportunity to undertake a substantial research project or choose to do a smaller capstone project to further their research skills.

Outline:

The program consists of 16 units, including:

• 9 core courses
• 3 specialisation courses

Teaching:

The program is delivered through a combination of online learning and mandatory residential schools. The faculty includes experienced counsellors and researchers who are committed to providing students with a high-quality learning experience.

Careers:

Graduates of the program may pursue careers in a range of counselling and human services roles within government, non-government, and private organisations, or alternatively, graduates may become self-employed in private practice. Additionally, graduates may have opportunities to progress into doctoral studies.

Other:

• The program is accredited by the Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia (PACFA) and the Australian Counselling Association (ACA), which enables registration as a Counsellor with the Australian Register of Counsellors and Psychotherapists (ARCAP).
• Students must provide a Blue Card or Working with Children Check, Australian Police Certificate, Resume, UniSQ Placement Request form, and a signed UniSQ Student Declaration prior to commencing clinical placements.
• The program includes a professional experience component that may involve travel, accommodation, and meal expenses.

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AUD 25760