University of the Sunshine Coast
Bachelor of Counselling
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationHelp people with their mental health and emotional wellbeing. The program is designed to provide the skills to become a professionally accredited counsellor. You will be equipped with a wealth of counselling knowledge applicable to a variety of career pathways, as well as being taught skills to work ethically with clients who seek help.
Explore counselling theories and skills, positive psychology, communication and relationships, family counselling and crisis intervention, grief and loss and cultural diversity.
Choose electives to link with areas that will expand your career options.
Learn with like-minded peers at either our Sunshine Coast or Moreton Bay campuses, delivered by blended learning.
Delivery mode
University of the Sunshine Coast offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
- 90 Sippy Downs Drive, Sippy Downs
- 1 Moreton Parade, Petrie
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Course fees
For more information about this course and payment options please enquire now.
Career opportunities
The Bachelor of Counselling will prepare you for the following roles.
Counsellor
Counsellors help their clients work through a range of personal problems including issues relating to relationships, home finances, work, parenting...
Family Counsellor
Family Counsellors help families in crises and challenging situations, ensuring the individual wellbeing of each family member as well as the whole...
Marriage Counsellor
Marriage Counsellors work with couples who are having relationship difficulties, helping them explore areas of conflict and find strategies to reso...
Mental Health Counsellor
Mental Health Counsellors are qualified health professionals who provide counselling and psychotherapy (talk-therapy) services to their clients. Th...
Substance Abuse Counsellor
A substance abuse counsellor is somebody who treats patients who are experiencing issues with addiction to alcohol or drugs. Some substance abuse c...
Crisis Counsellor
Crisis Counsellors are qualified mental health professionals who provide counselling support and activate crisis interventions for people who are i...
Grief Counsellor
Grief Counsellors are registered mental health professionals who counsel and support clients through bereavement, grief, and loss. They use industr...
Art Therapist
An Art Therapist uses creative arts like painting, drawing, and sculpture to help clients explore emotions, resolve issues, and enhance mental well...
International Student Advisor
An International Student Advisor supports overseas students during their academic journey by providing guidance on programs, visa regulations, and...
Trauma Counsellor
Trauma Counsellors are mental health therapists who counsel and support clients who have experienced different types of trauma. They use trauma-inf...
Behaviour Therapist
Behaviour Therapists are qualified health professionals who help people make meaningful and positive changes in their behaviour. They have a deep u...
Family Therapist
Family Therapists are qualified health professionals who work with parents, couples, and family groups to improve relationships and resolve problem...
About University of the Sunshine Coast
As a university with a strong commitment to achieving sustainability in terms of teaching, research and how we operate, we’re thrilled to be the top ranked Queensland university in the 2023 THE Impact Rankings. The Times Higher Education Impact Rankings are the only global performance tables that assess universities against the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and measure the social and economic impact of an institution.
UniSC offers flexible study options at a network of teaching locations between Brisbane and the Fraser Coast.
UniSC is committed to creating a work and study environment which values the rich diversity of its staff and students.
