Diploma of Counselling

• Flexible Learning: Online theory classes with on-campus simulation workshops.
• Comprehensive Student Support: 24/7 access to resources, personalised guidance, and career support.
• Industry Connections: Network with healthcare leaders and gain real-world exposure.
• State-of-the-Art Facilities: Train with the latest equipment in modern learning environments

17 units of competency are required for this qualification.

• 13 core units
• 4 elective units

CORE UNITS

ELECTIVE UNITS

Students are required to attend 20 contact hours per week physically at the campus and professional experience placements.

There are no formal entry requirements for this qualification; however, applicants should demonstrate the ability to perform tasks as required by the industry.

IHNA Admission requirements

• 21 years of age and above at the time of commencement of the course
• Successful completion of the Australian Year 12 or equivalent
• IELTS Test Score of 6.0 overall (General or Academic) /TOEFL iBT Test Score of 60 /PTE Academic Test Score of 52 /Cambridge English Advanced (CAE) 169 /IELTS test score of 5 or equivalent with at least 10 weeks ELICOS/IELTS test score of 4.5 or equivalent with at least 20 weeks ELICOS/Successful completion of a General English course with an Upper Intermediate outcome.
• You may be exempted from providing evidence of English Language competence if/ you have studied for 5 years in an English-speaking country/you have completed at least 6 months of a Certificate IV / higher-level course in an Australian Education Provider under a student visa/You have successfully completed a foundation course in Australia /You have successfully completed your high school or higher tertiary qualification in the English Language.
• Students will undergo language, literacy, and numeracy (LLN) to identify Language, Literacy and Numeracy capabilities during Orientation (before commencing the courses).
• Students must meet the Department of Home Affairs English language requirements for student visa applications, which may differ from the above course entry requirements.

Language, Literacy, Numeracy and Digital (LLND)

All IHNA students must complete the Language, Literacy, Numeracy, and Digital (LLND) assessment to ensure that students meet the necessary requirements for successfully undertaking the course. IHNA administers the LLND test to evaluate each student’s suitability.

The course is assessed using the following 3 methods.

• Questions
• Projects
• Simulations

The questions or knowledge-based assessments are made up of a series of relevant short to medium length questions and multiple-choice options for learners to respond.

The projects assessments require learners to respond to relevant scenarios, case studies and tasks. These can include, writing short or medium length reports or proposals. Analysing data and preparing reports. Templates are provided to assist learners to write policies and produces. Composing appropriate business style emails, preparing notes for meetings, presentations and reflecting on the learning.

The simulation assessments are supervised, in-class or online (real time) simulated activities consisting of various methods. They may include the following: Group and individual projects, role plays, individual and group activities including presentations.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

With RPL we assess your competency based on formal, non-formal, informal learning or direct work experience based on the required skills of the course.

Credit Transfer(CT)

We use CT where you’ve completed units of study at another TAFE College or Registered Training Organisation that meet the requirements of another course. We grant credit according to the Certification, Issuing, and Recognition of Qualifications and Statements of Attainment. Assessing a CT is free.

If you are eligible for RPL or CT, you may be able to finish the course faster and reduce the total course fees. Check your eligibility with us.

1. Application: Submit your online application by clicking “Apply Now” on the top right corner of the course page.
2. Interview: Once you’ve met IHNA’s eligibility criteria you will be contacted for an interview with an admissions consultant
3. Offer Letter: If you’re successful with the interview you will be offered a place for the course as per the availability of each intake.
4. Enrolment Fee: After signing the offer acceptance an invoice will be issued for the course. You may be eligible for government funding, so please call our team to know more.
5. Confirmation of Admission: We will issue a conformation of admission once the enrolment fee has been received.

Call us on 1800 22 52 83 for any questions regarding your application.