Graduate Certificate of Counselling (Child, Youth & Family Therapy) at University of Southern Queensland

University of Southern Queensland

Australia, Toowoomba

University Rank:#410

International students can study the Graduate Certificate of Counselling (Child, Youth & Family Therapy) at University of Southern Queensland across its Main Site and Toowoomba campuses in Australia. This Graduate Certificate degree is available as a Part Time program delivered online in English. The program has a duration of 1 year(s) and is offered across its Main Site and Toowoomba campuses. Tuition fees are USD 11,117 / year(s), and students can apply for the next intake starting on September 8, 2026.

About Graduate Certificate of Counselling (Child, Youth & Family Therapy)

Overview

Are you passionate about the wellbeing of children, young adults and families? UniSQ’s Graduate Certificate of Counselling (Child, Youth and Family Therapy) will equip you in skills of child abuse prevention and intervention, along with relationship, family, child and youth counselling.
Our online counselling degree is designed to enhance your career within the health, psychology or human services profession.
Offered part-time, this degree can alternatively be a professional development opportunity for psychologists and social workers.

Requirements and Admission Criteria for Graduate Certificate of Counselling (Child, Youth & Family Therapy) at University of Southern Queensland

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 Opportunities after Completing Graduate Certificate of Counselling (Child, Youth & Family Therapy)

Career outcomes

As a graduate, you will be equipped to specialise in counselling, case management, well-being and youth work skills within a child, youth and family therapy career.
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.

Fee Information

Tuition Fee

11,117 / year(s)

Graduate Certificate of Counselling (Child, Youth & Family Therapy) at University of Southern Queensland

University of Southern Queensland

Australia, Toowoomba