Diploma of Counselling

While completing the CHC51015 Diploma of Counselling qualification from The Institute of Applied Psychology (IAP), you will cover the following subjects:

Core units

• CHCCCS019 – Recognise and respond to crisis situations
• CHCCSL001 – Establish and confirm the counselling relationship
• CHCCSL002 – Apply specialist interpersonal and counselling interview skills 
• CHCCSL003 – Facilitate the counselling relationship and process
• CHCCSL004 – Research and apply personality and development theories
• CHCCSL005 – Apply learning theories in counselling
• CHCCSL006 – Select and use counselling therapies
• CHCCSL007 – Support counselling clients in decision-making processes
• CHCCSM005 – Develop, facilitate and review all aspects of case management
• CHCDIV001 – Work with diverse people
• CHCDIV002 – Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety 
• CHCLEG001 – Work legally and ethically
• CHCPRP003 – Reflect on and improve own professional practice 

You will also complete four elective units based on your choice of specialisation: either the standard Diploma of Counselling electives, or a mental health specialisation, or a grief and loss specialisation, or choose a unique specialisation in clinical hypnosis.

The Institute of Applied Psychology (IAP) (RTO: 70206) stands out as an award-winning and globally recognised training provider specialising in advanced, cutting-edge strategic approaches to Counselling, Mental Health, Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP), Hypnotherapy, and Strategic Psychotherapy. IAP are committed to developing an understanding of the specific needs of each student and delivering the best and most effective learning experience possible. IAP offers its students flexible study options, which include self-paced, online, and live broadcasted training. Additionally, IAP holds national accreditation as a Registered Training Organisation (RTO) and provides ongoing supervision for its graduates as well as career advice and assistance.