Master of Counselling (Trauma Focused Practice)

Program Overview

The Master of Counselling (Trauma Focused Practice) program at UniSQ prepares students for registration as counsellors and equips them with knowledge and skills in trauma-informed practice through practical experience and research opportunities. The program emphasizes the application of various models and approaches to recognizing and treating trauma, enabling graduates to work in counseling roles in various industries, including social work, education, and health. Accredited by PACFA and ACA, graduates may also pursue doctoral studies in counseling psychology.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

The Master of Counselling (Trauma Focused Practice) program at UniSQ provides students with the opportunity to further their counselling qualifications and conduct their own research, preparing them for registration as a counsellor. The program emphasizes practical experience through residential schools and clinical placements, ensuring graduates are well-equipped for their careers in counselling. They investigate various models and approaches to recognizing and treating trauma, enabling them to facilitate safety and well-being within their roles.

Outline:

Teaching:

The program is delivered through a combination of online courses and mandatory on-campus residential schools for five courses. Students engage in case conceptualization, application of trauma-informed practices, and utilization of telehealth system simulations. They also work with the community and clinical supervisors in UniSQ's Psychology and Counselling clinics.

Careers:

Graduates of the program are eligible to register as counsellors with the Australian Register of Counsellors and Psychotherapists (ARCAP). With a specialization in Trauma Focused Practice, they are prepared for roles as counsellors in various industries, including social work, human services, policing and criminal justice, education, and health.

Other:

• The program is accredited by the Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia (PACFA) and the Australian Counselling Association (ACA).
• Graduates who complete a research project within the degree may be eligible to apply for a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD).
• Students must provide documents such as a Blue Card or Working with Children Check, Australian Police Certificate, and a signed UniSQ Student Declaration prior to commencing clinical placements.