Graduate Certificate of Counselling (Mental Health Practice)

University of Southern Queensland

Australia, Toowoomba

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University of Southern Queensland

Australia , Toowoomba

Key Facts

Program Level

Graduate Certificate

Study Type

Part Time

Delivery

Online

Campuses

Main Site

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake Deadlines10-Feb-2026

Apply to this program

Go to the official application for the university

Duration 1 year(s)

Tuition Fee

AUD 15,920 / year(s)

Next Intake 10-Feb-2026

Graduate Certificate of Counselling (Mental Health Practice)

About

Overview

Do you aspire to support those suffering with mental health conditions such as anxiety and depression in a counselling setting? UniSQ’s Graduate Certificate of Counselling (Mental Health Practice) will include topics on mental health in Australia, therapeutic interventions, assessment models and psychopharmacology.
Gain skills in treatment planning, and a range of approaches to case management and assessment tools.
Our online counselling degree is designed to develop your career within the health, psychology or human services profession.
Offered part-time, this degree can alternatively be a professional development opportunity for psychologists, nurses and social workers.
For those seeking registration as a counsellor, please refer to the Graduate Diploma of Counselling and Master of Counselling degrees.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Entry requirements

A bachelor's degree, or equivalent, in any area from a recognised university.

English language requirements

You are required to meet the applicable English language requirements and this degree requires a minimum of IELTS 6.5 with a minimum 6.0 in each subscore. UniSQ also accepts other English language proficiency tests.

If you don't meet the English language requirements, you can apply to study with our English language partner, the Union Institute of Language (UIL).

Career

Career outcomes

As a graduate, you will be equipped to specialise in mental health counselling, case management and well-being.
You could find work opportunities in professional nursing, psychology, teaching, welfare, human services or allied health practices.
If you're already a health professional, a counselling specialisation can enhance your skills and assist you to advance in your current position.