Bachelor of Counselling and Psychotherapy

Ikon Institute of Australia

Duration

3 yearsfull-time(part-time available)

Study mode

Online, On-campus

Next start date

May

Why study this course

Develop foundational knowledge in psychotherapy and prepare for a career in counselling, or upskill and integrate into your current role
Learn to help clients in a healing and holistic sense by exploring how biological, cultural, sociological, psychological, philosophical, spiritual and psychodynamic factors combine
Gain practical, hands-on experience through the completion of 360 hours of placement

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Recognition

This course is accredited by the Australian Counselling Association (ACA). Graduates may be eligible for Level 2 membership.

Entry requirements

Pathway options include:

Applicants with recent Senior Secondary Education: Completion of Year 12 or equivalent (within the last 2 years) with a minimum ATAR of 65; OR
Applicants with Vocational Education and Training (VET) study: Successful completion of a VET qualification at Diploma level or higher; OR
Applicants with Higher Education (HE) study: Successful completion (or partial completion) of a higher education qualification; OR
Applicants with work/life experience: Applicants who have not met any of the above, may gain entry based on professional work experience and/or non-formal courses. These applicants must submit a written admissions statement outlining their reasons for wanting to study
International applicants must have an English Language Proficiency score of IELTS 6.5

Where is this course offered?

Available campuses

Melbourne
Sydney

Online study also available

The course duration and available study modes can vary depending on the campus.

Enquire with Ikon Institute of Australia or visit their website to find out more about your study options.

Course price

The course price can vary depending on a few factors, including:

Whether the institution offers subsidies, concessions, or government loans and your eligibility to receive them
Your previous study and work experience
Your unit selections

Enquire with Ikon Institute of Australia or visit their website to find out more about the course price for you.

What to know before you apply

To help you decide if this is the right course for you, Ikon Institute of Australia can provide you with more information about:

Credit and Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

You may be able to get credit or RPL for some units of this course based on your previous studies and work experience. This means the duration of the course may be reduced.

Work placement

Work placement gives you invaluable real-life skills, so you graduate ready to step into a job.

This course includes 360 hours of placement.

Enquire with Ikon Institute of Australia or visit their website to find out more about credit, RPL, or work placement.

Support and delivery

When you study with Ikon Institute of Australia you will:

Complete an orientation program prior to your first week, where you will become familiar with the campus and facilities, and learn about what resources are available
Receive support from a Student Experience Team who provide guidance and support relating to any student or campus
Have access to academic support throughout your studies
Have access to free counselling sessions to support you with personal challenges during your studies