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Master of Applied Social Science (Counselling)

Specialise in Counselling at Masters Level

Gain advanced counselling knowledge and skills through this postgraduate applied social science course. Upon completion, you'll be able to apply counselling skills and techniques in an ethical and professional manner.

The Master of Applied Social Science (Counselling) is ideal if you wish to work in areas such as:

counselling
family support
health care
mental health work

multicultural services
refugee services
welfare
youth work

Quick Course Guide

Qualification: Masters Degree
Delivered by: ACAP

Study time: 2 years full-time or 4 years part-time. Enquire now for more details on study time and enrolment dates.
Accreditation: Meets PACFA minimum training standards

Delivery method: Flexible - on campus and/or online
Pre-requisites: Relevant undergraduate degree and currently practising as a counsellor*

Student support: Comprehensive support
Finance options: FEE-HELP available

This applied social science course meets the minimum training standards of the Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia (PACFA).

Delivered by the Australian College of Applied Psychology (ACAP), this course focuses on experiential learning, so you emerge job ready with skills you can apply immediately.

*Please note that you must be practising under a recognised counselling body, eg. the Australian Counselling Association (ACA).

Master of Applied Social Science (Counselling) Course Structure

There are 12 modules in this counselling course:

Theories of Contemporary Society
Research Practices and Methodologies
Counselling Skills
Advanced Counselling Applications
Approaches to Therapy I
Approaches to Therapy II

Advanced Clinical Supervision
Development Throughout the Lifespan
The Contextualised Self
Individual Project
Counselling Specialisation Elective 1
Counselling Specialisation Elective 2

Be Job Ready

Classes for this applied social science course are small and interactive, and focus on hands-on learning. The curriculum is developed and updated in consultation with industry, so you are work ready upon completion and able to apply your skills immediately.

Flexible Learning Methods

To help fit your study around your lifestyle, work and family commitments, we provide a choice of learning methods as specified below. No matter which method you choose, your learning will be supported by a set of comprehensive materials which can be downloaded free or purchased in hard copy.

On campus in Sydney
Interactive and lively classes; maximum of 20 students per class
Online
Log on and learn from anywhere in the world; all you need is regular computer and Internet access
Summer School
Intensive study option for busy students or those who want to complete their studies sooner

Flexible & Affordable Study

Flexibility and support were the reasons I chose ACAP. Choice of class times means I can continue to work full-time and the government loan scheme helps pay my fees.

Malcolm Breen

You can select a different study method for each module you enrol in. If you choose to study your full qualification online, you will still need to attend ACAP's intensive development workshops on campus to further develop your skills.

Contact a SEEK Learning consultant for more information about the different study methods available and enrolment dates.

Practical Assessments, Not Exams

There are no exams for this counselling course. As ACAP values experiential learning, the College uses assessments to determine if learning outcomes have been achieved.

ACAP's assessments combine both theory and practice, and can take the form of interviews, videotaped role-plays, self-critiques, essays, journals, projects and presentations. Most modules contain 3 assessments.

Study Now, Pay as You Earn

Almost every Australian citizen is eligible for Government assistance through the FEE-HELP program. This means you do not have to pay anything upfront, but can pay for your course as you earn. Contact a SEEK Learning consultant to find out more about how you can study now and pay as you earn with FEE-HELP.

This course is also Austudy and Abstudy-accredited.

Exceptional Student Support

A wide range of student support is available:

Academic guidance: get professional assistance to help you understand and prepare for assessments - especially useful for those who have not studied for many years or are unfamiliar with academic requirements to satisfy tertiary standards
Student resources: access academic and administrative information through a web-based resource centre
Student support counsellors: receive professional career guidance and counselling from qualified experts

In addition, those studying online have access to a dedicated support person by phone or email.

About ACAP

ACAP is a leading Higher Education Provider (HEP) in applied psychology and a Registered Training Organisation (RTO). ACAP educators are highly experienced practitioners with current industry knowledge.

The College has over 20 years' experience in the industry, and is a supporter of key associations including the Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia (PACFA).

Find out more about ACAP.