- This Fee-for-Service program is not available for Government funding
- Only Australian citizens or residents are eligible to apply for this course. We are not CRICOS registered and are unable to accept enrolments from International Student Visa holders (Subclass 500)
Course Overview
This qualification is designed for people looking to utilise their interpersonal skills to have a positive impact on those in need of counselling and community based care.
This course will give an in depth understanding of how to use established counselling modalities, communication skills and a variety of other assistive measures both within the Counselling and Community Services Sectors. As the focus on Mental Health and wellbeing grows, as does the need for more qualified and empathetic individuals who can make a real difference in the lives of many.
This dual qualification is designed to set students up for success by qualifying them to work in two interconnecting industries with huge projected future growth.
Job Outcomes
Potential career outcomes could include:
- Counsellor
- Support Worker (Community, Indigenous or Multicultural, Family)
- Mental Health Support Worker
- Mental Health Outreach Worker
- Program Coordinator
- Case Coordinator
- Health and Leisure worker
- Team Leader/Manager
Recognition
Study Method
- OnlineOnline delivery - online course content with the exception of assessments and work placement
- BlendedBlended delivery - both online course content and partial face to face requirements
- In-classIn class delivery - predominately face to face course content conducted at a specific location
- VirtualVirtual Delivery - Live and interactive classroom-style learning conducted completely online
Duration and Study Load
- This qualification has a maximum duration of 24 months, with the ability to complete in less than the allocated time
Entry Requirements
There are no education entry requirements for this qualification. Student’s must be above the age of 17 to enrol and 18 years of age to complete work placement and complete this qualification. Students under the age of 18 will require a parent or guardians’ permission to enrol.
Course Features
- Access to Canvas – Kirana Colleges virtual campus
- Work Placement Assistance – team dedicated to assisting with work placement during your course which may, in turn, to lead to future job prospects
- Welcome placement & job ready packs to assist with work placement
- 24-7 access to the Student Assistance Program (counselling support & advice, delivered by Access EAP)
- Kirana provides both telephone and face to face support
- Student support services, where students can receive support or assistance in the use of Canvas or other administrative enquiries
- Access to leading industry trainers and assessors who care about how you progress in the course
- Flexible learning options: online or blended
- Our online learning is interactive and encourages collaboration for when you want to be inspired by like-minded students and teachers
- 12-month Australian Community Counselling Association (ACCA) membership
Work Placement
- 200 hour of work placement required
Materials
Students are provided with the following:
- Training plan
- Learning material
- Qualified teachers with extensive industry experience
- Optional additional support sessions
- Targeted assessment tools
- Student Assistance Program (counselling sessions)
- Access to Master Classes
Pathways
After achieving this qualification, you may undertake:
- CHC62015 Advanced Diploma of Community Sector Management.
Post program:
- Certificate and Transcript (if course is completed)
- Statement of Attainment (if student is found Competent in at least 1 Unit of Competency)
University Pathways
Kirana Colleges is proud to have University Articulations that allow our students a seamless pathway to higher education.
To learn more, ask your Course and Careers Advisor for more information on this today.
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About Kirana Colleges
At Kirana Colleges we believe you can change the world by starting with yourself.
Vocational education plays a critical role in creating a strong and healthy economy by equipping people with the skills they need to succeed. Through our registered training organisation, Kirana Colleges provides work-ready courses and qualifications that help build Australia’s economy and help graduates reach their potential by equipping them with the skills and ‘can do’ attitude employers are looking for.
Kirana Colleges nurtures people to reach their potential and create positive change in individuals, which leads to a better society in which to live and work. We’re focused on delivering the training outcomes our students and business need to thrive.
Kirana Colleges is a licensed brand of Maxis Solutions Pty Ltd (RTO ID 91428)
