Graduate Certificate of Counselling (Trauma Focused 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 (Trauma Focused Practice)

About

Overview

The Graduate Certificate of Counselling (Trauma Focused Practice) is designed for those already in the field or with a specific interest, to extend their knowledge and expertise in the specialist area of trauma focused practice.
You will undertake four units within the Trauma Focused Practice specialisation, covering areas such as the impact of trauma and the various models and approaches to recognising and treating trauma.
Explore recent developments in neuroscience literature related to complex trauma and how this will inform best therapeutic practice.
Guided by experienced academics and industry-professionals, prepare for a career you're able to sustain by learning about vicarious trauma and the ability to recognise signs of burnout to ensure you’re skilled in sustainable self-care practice.

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).

English Program Requirements

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) allows students to gain credit (advanced standing) towards their course in recognition of skills and knowledge gained through work experience, life experience and/or formal training. Applicants are assessed on a case-by-case basis.

Career

Career outcomes

Responding to and supporting patients with trauma is an in-demand and growing skillset and the Graduate Certificate of Counselling (Trauma Focused Practice) provides the knowledge to assist and complement work within various roles in industries such as counselling, social work, human services, policing and criminal justice, education and health.
If you're already a health professional, a counselling specialisation can enhance your skills and assist you to advance in your current position.
For those seeking registration as a counsellor, please refer to the Graduate Diploma of Counselling and Master of Counselling degrees.