The Institute of Applied Psychology
Diploma of Counselling
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)If you are considering unlocking your therapist potential or a career change to a rewarding career in counselling from the comfort of your home with our fully online ACA-recognised CHC51015 Diploma of Counselling course. There is no work placement required. You'll gain the knowledge and credentials to support individuals navigating life's ups and downs. If you aspire to make a meaningful difference as a qualified counsellor, this program is designed for you.
So, if you are like most people who are looking to become a qualified counsellor and:
- You have a desire to help transform lives and create a positive change
- You seek to work in a role that aligns with your values
- You seek flexibility in your career
- You can see yourself helping people as a Counsellor with online or face to face clients
- You want to work in a field where life experience is valued
- You know and are told you are a good listener or have always been told you would make a good counsellor
- You wish to be in a purpose-led career
- You want to acquire counselling skills to help people
- You need flexible study options around work, personal and family life
Then, you too can join a community of passionate learners who, just like you, are mastering the skills to effect real change in the lives of others.
We're committed to making our CHC51015 Diploma of Counselling an educational journey and the most valuable investment in your future and your potential to become a life-changing Counsellor.
Delivery mode
The Institute of Applied Psychology offers this course through the following delivery modes:
Online
Set your own study schedule and balance study with your other commitments.
Work Placement
100 hoursEntry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Course fees
Career opportunities
The Diploma of Counselling will prepare you for the following roles.
Student Counsellor
Student Counsellors support students as they navigate the school, college, or higher education system. They conduct counselling interviews with stu...
Family Support Worker
Family Support Workers work closely with parents and their families — providing guidance and emotional support, as well as identifying children and...
Family Counsellor
Family Counsellors help families in crises and challenging situations, ensuring the individual wellbeing of each family member as well as the whole...
Youth Counsellor
Youth Counsellors support young people as they work through personal and emotional issues — helping them develop strategies for problems with relat...
Marriage Counsellor
Marriage Counsellors work with couples who are having relationship difficulties, helping them explore areas of conflict and find strategies to reso...
Relationship Counsellor
Relationship Counsellors work with individuals, couples, and family groups who are having relationship difficulties. They are qualified to assist w...
Mental Health Worker
A Mental Health Worker provides care and assistance to people with mental health issues. The area of mental health is quite broad and can include m...
Crisis Support Worker
A Crisis Support Worker assists individuals facing immediate crises, providing emotional support and guidance. You may work in organisations focuse...
Mental Health Practitioner
Mental Health Practitioners are qualified health professionals such as registered nurses, social workers, occupational therapists, and clinical psy...
Mental Health Clinician
Mental Health Clinicians are public health professionals who facilitate interventions and create individual care plans for mental health patients....
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...
Mental Health Counsellor
Mental Health Counsellors are qualified health professionals who provide counselling and psychotherapy (talk-therapy) services to their clients. Th...
Mental Health Support Worker
A Mental Health Support Worker assists individuals with mental health issues in their daily lives and recovery journey. You might work in residenti...
Rehabilitation Counsellor
A Rehabilitation Counsellor helps people navigate everyday issues brought on by disability, injury, addiction and poor health. They often are broug...
Life Coach
A Life Coach works with clients on a range of either personal or professional issues. You might support clients to reach a particular goal or chang...
Case Worker
A Case Worker provides support to individuals and families facing social, emotional, and financial challenges. You might work in healthcare, social...
Financial Counsellor
A Financial Counsellor provides advice to people experiencing financial problems. You might work for a not-for-profit organisation, a government ag...
Art Therapist
An Art Therapist uses creative arts like painting, drawing, and sculpture to help clients explore emotions, resolve issues, and enhance mental well...
Community Worker
Community Workers are caring individuals who support vulnerable members of society through community development initiatives and social welfare pro...
International Student Advisor
An International Student Advisor supports overseas students during their academic journey by providing guidance on programs, visa regulations, and...
Youth Support Officer
A Youth Support Officer plays an essential role in assisting young individuals by providing guidance, support, and advocacy in various life areas....
Community Services Officer
A Community Services Officer supports individuals and families in accessing essential services and resources. You might work with non-profits, gove...
Human Rights Advocate
A Human Rights Advocate promotes and protects the rights and freedoms of individuals and groups. You might work for non-governmental organisations,...
Community Educator
A Community Educator provides support and advice to nursing mothers on breastfeeding and other topics. You might promote breastfeeding in the commu...
Counselling Psychologist
A Counselling Psychologist specialises in helping individuals manage emotional, psychological, and relational challenges through therapeutic techni...
Healthcare Social Worker
Healthcare Social Workers are registered professionals who work with hospital patients and people suffering from cancer and chronic disease. They h...
Palliative Care Social Worker
Palliative Care Social Workers are registered professionals who work with terminally-ill patients and people approaching the end of life. They help...
Youth Officer
A Youth Officer supports young people, often between the ages of 12 and 25, in their personal, social, and educational development. You might work...
Pastoral Care Worker
A Pastoral Care Worker provides emotional and spiritual support to individuals in various settings, including schools, hospitals, and community org...
Hospital Social Worker
Hospital Social Workers are registered professionals who work with hospital and daycare patients, as well as their families and carers. They help p...
Disability Advocate
A Disability Advocate supports individuals with disabilities by ensuring their rights and needs are met within various systems. You may work in com...
Trauma Counsellor
Trauma Counsellors are mental health therapists who counsel and support clients who have experienced different types of trauma. They use trauma-inf...
Community Engagement Coordinator
A Community Engagement Coordinator develops strategies to foster relationships between organisations and the community. You might work with non-pro...
Child Psychologist
Child Psychologists are clinical psychologists who provide treatment, therapy, and counselling to children, teens, and adolescents. They help the c...
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...
Youth Advocate
A Youth Advocate supports and represents the interests of young people, helping them navigate challenges and access services. You might work in com...
Mental Health Specialist
A Mental Health Specialist supports individuals dealing with mental health issues by providing professional assessment, diagnosis, and treatment. Y...
Doula
A Doula provides emotional, physical, and informational support to individuals during pregnancy, childbirth, and the early postpartum period. You m...
About The Institute of Applied Psychology
The Institute of Applied Psychology (IAP) is an award winning global training provider specialising in strategic approaches to Counselling, Mental Health, Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP), Hypnotherapy, and Strategic Psychotherapy. What sets IAP apart from other training providers in this field are its flexible study options, including self-paced, online, live-broadcasted training, its national accreditation as a Registered Training Organisation (RTO), and its provision of ongoing supervision for graduates. The institute also boasts a global network of renowned practitioners and facilitators, world-class training modules, and robust student support mechanisms.
IAP is not just about earning a certification, but about fostering a nurturing learning environment that empowers individuals to make significant impacts in their professional fields and in the lives of others by focussing on practical techniques that can be applied in the real world.
