Graduate Certificate of Social Science (Couple Counselling)
Blended learning – on-campus and digital learning
This course has been discontinued - this course is closed for new enrolments, the information on this page is provided for continuing students.
The Graduate Certificate of Social Science (Couple Counselling) is run in collaboration with Relationships Australia, Victoria (RAV), which has a longstanding reputation for providing evidence-based training to students and professionally, qualified counsellors wanting to specialise in couple therapy. The program examines a variety of teaching and learning methods designed to foster personal and professional development.
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Duration
1 year part-time
Study mode
- Part-time (evening)
Course information in detail
- Course detail, course structure and units of study.
Course description
The Graduate Certificate of Social Science (Couple Counselling) is run in collaboration with Relationships Australia, Victoria (RAV), which has a longstanding reputation for providing evidence-based training to students and professionally, qualified counsellors wanting to specialise in couple therapy. The program examines a variety of teaching and learning methods designed to foster personal and professional development.
Course structure
The Postgraduate programs in Couple Counselling are a nested suite consisting of three exit points; Graduate Certificate, Graduate Diploma and Masters. The Graduate Certificate program is delivered at the Hawthorn campus.
To qualify for the Graduate Certificate of Social Science (Couple Counselling), students must complete 50 credit points, comprising the units listed below.
All units are valued at 12.5 credit points each unless otherwise indicated.
Units of study
Year 1 Semester 1
Year 1 Semester 2
* Outcome units
Matched exemptions are generally not granted for higher education outcome units.
Matched exemptions are generally not granted for higher education outcome units.
Careers and graduate outcomes
- Career opportunities, course aims and objectives, graduate skills and professional recognition.
Career opportunities
Graduates may work in a range of professional settings, including community and mental health, private practice, social work, grief counselling, pastoral care and mediation.
Aims and objectives
The Graduate Certificate of Social Science (Couple Counselling) program provides students with:
- Advanced and general knowledge of the theories and practice of couple counselling across key discipline and/or methodological domains, including ethical and social issues, general counselling skills, and some of the core principles, techniques and evidence-based models used when working with couples
- Knowledge of the key issues, theoretical concepts, and evidence-based practice relevant to couple counselling in Australia and global contexts
- The capacity to reflect on learning, and to take responsibility and accountability for personal development in the context of couple counselling and its practice
- The capacity to use independent judgement and to apply contemporary literature and research relevant to couple counselling to novel or new situations in practice, for example in role plays
- The capacity to evaluate and articulate key issues, client/counsellor needs and a range of perspectives in relation to the practice of couple counselling
Graduate skills
Graduates will be:
- Capable in their chosen professional, vocational or study areas
- Entrepreneurial in contributing to innovation and development within their business, workplace or community
- Effective and ethical in work and community situations
- Adaptable and able to manage change, and
- Aware of local and international environments in which they will be contributing (e.g. socio-cultural, economic, natural)
Professional recognition
Graduates of the Graduate Diploma and Master of Social Science (Couple Counselling) can apply for membership of the Australian Association of Relationship Counsellors (AARC).
Pathways and scholarships
- Credit transfer, recognition of prior learning and scholarships.
Course fees and requirements
- Fees, entry requirements and non-year 12 entry.
Course fees
The total tuition fee is dependent upon the combination of units of study selected by the student. Fees are reviewed each year. Find out more about fees.
Entry requirements
Successful applicants must hold a bachelor degree or equivalent in a relevant area such as psychology, social work, nursing, youth work, education, or public health, from an Australian University or approved equivalent. Applicants with degrees in other disciplines will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
Selection is also based on an interview and the applicant’s suitability for the program as determined by academic and work experience, referee reports, and the stated reasons for wishing to undertake the program. Preference may be given to applicants with an equivalent of a credit average or above.
Note: This is a part-time program and is not available to international students.
How to apply
This course is closed for new enrolments.