This Bachelor of Counselling course at ECU explores human development from childhood through to older age, including experiences of illness and death. It combines clinical knowledge with diverse expertise from academic staff to help students develop foundational counselling skills. The course offers flexibility, allowing students to tailor their studies by choosing from a wide range of units aligned with their interests. Throughout the program, you'll learn about various therapeutic models such as psychodynamic, humanistic, and systemic frameworks, while gaining insights into cultural diversity and Indigenous competency. The course prepares students for postgraduate studies in counselling and psychotherapy, fostering critical thinking, problem-solving, and ethical practice in a supportive learning environment. Whether full-time or part-time, students will engage in practical and theoretical learning to build a solid foundation for a career in human services and community work.
Why this course is highly recommended
This course is highly recommended because it equips students with broad discipline knowledge applicable to foundational counselling issues, fostering critical and creative thinking. It emphasizes cultural and human diversity, Indigenous cultural competence, and ethical practice, which are essential in today’s diverse society. The course also offers flexibility to tailor studies to individual interests and provides strong prospects for entry-level roles in community and family services, youth work, and mental health. ECU’s high-quality teaching, global reputation, and positive student experience make it an attractive choice for those wanting to start a career in counselling.
The course includes major areas that are externally recognised when studied within this program, including options like Professional Youth Work and other disciplines within the School of Arts and Humanities. Students can choose from minors or electives in disciplines such as Social Science, Youth Work, Psychology, Arts, and Media & Communications, enabling a tailored educational experience aligned with their career interests.
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1st year tuition fees
20.28L
Living cost
To complete the Bachelor of Counselling, students must successfully finish 12 core units and an additional 12 units from majors, minors, or electives within the School of Arts and Humanities or other affiliated schools. Each unit is worth 15 credit points, totaling 360 credit points over the full course duration. Students can study full-time or part-time, with the full-time program typically taking three years.

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Graduates of this course are prepared for entry-level human services roles such as Counsellor, Client Liaison, Community Worker, Family Welfare Officer, and Mental Health Worker. Employment opportunities include roles within government agencies, charities, private organizations, and community services. For further specialization, graduates can progress to postgraduate courses like the Master of Counselling and Psychotherapy, which enhance career prospects further.