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The Vocational Graduate Diploma in Relationship Counselling is a competency based graduate qualification within the Vocational Education and Training sector. It is one of several new qualifications created in response to changes in the family law system and the development of new and extended services for families. It provides practical, on the job skills and specialised knowledge that is required to provide services which support families in development and maintenance of healthy family relationships. Entry into the Vocational Graduate Diploma is through direct application to Bower Place.
This course is delivered both online and face-to-face. Theory work is online so students are able to choose when and where they study and work through course material each week in a way that suits them. As part of gaining their qualification, students are required to attend Bower Place and work in the Complex Needs Clinic where they either observe or participate in real life sessions with clients and our practitioners. This allows students to learn the theory and ideas behind relationship counselling and to apply this knowledge in a real life context with instruction and support from their instructor and/or an experienced practitioner in the area of relationship counselling.
Learners seeking entry to this course must demonstrate one of the following:
- An undergraduate degree or higher qualification in Counselling, Psychotherapy, Psychology, Social Work, Social Science or equivalent, or
- An accredited qualification in counselling at Diploma or Advanced Diploma level
NB: If you have successfully completed the Bower Place Diploma of Counselling, you will gain automatic entry into this course upon receipt of your application.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does this course take to complete?
You have a few options to complete your course:
Option 1 : Complete the course over 12 months by attending our CNC each Wednesday evening from 5 - 7:30pm, while completing your theory online.
Option 2: Complete the course over 6 months by attending our CNC each Wednesday evening from 5 - 7:30pm, completing your theory online, and participating in a further 5 day internship in the CNC to complete the remaining hours required.
When does the course begin?
We have 2 intakes of students. The first intake is in the first semester (February). The second intake is in the second semester (July). If you think you have missed entry for these courses, please contact us as we may be able to be flexible.
What can I expect from the Bower Place Complex Needs Clinic?
The CNC is a teaching clinic where clients come in to see our practitioners at a low fee and allow students to observe and participate in their sessions. As a student, you will either be observing from a separate room completing tasks given by our lecturers, or participating in the room with the practitioner working with the client. You would be required to take notes, work towards the clients goals, and complete client case notes. This is a very unique way to learn as you are then given the opportunity to review your session and receive feedback from your peers and our practitioners.
What is the cost of the course? $ 5,500.00
*Please note that it is a requirement that we receive a $500.00 non-refundable deposit before the commencement of the course. Please note that a 10% late fee will apply if fees are not paid in full within 14 days of completion of the course. Certificates of completion will not be issued until all assignments and fees are up to date.
Some students may be eligible to apply for exemption from part of the course due to:
- Prior formal study
- Or informal study, work experience and life experience – often referred to as Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
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