Pastoral Counselling:
GRADUATE CERTIFICATE
(Exit point only)
The Graduate Diploma of Pastoral Counselling from Charles Sturt University offers training in professional counselling theory and practice within a theological framework. This course provides skills and experience for counselling and advanced pastoral care in various settings.
This course is part of an articulated program, which allows students to build on their studies to reach their desired level of qualification.
What does “Exit point only” mean?
It means that this course forms part of another course, in this case the Graduate Diploma in Pastoral Counselling. You will first need to enrol in the Graduate Diploma. After completing the four foundational units below, you will be eligible to exit the Graduate Diploma early, earning a Graduate Certificate in Pastoral Counselling.
Award name:
Graduate Certificate in Pastoral Counselling
Study Level:
Post Graduate
AQF Level:
Level 8
Credit Points
32
Duration
6 months
Charles Sturt Faculty:
Faculty of Arts & Education
Charles Sturt School
School of Theology
Career Opportunities
Charles Sturt University’s Graduate Diploma of Pastoral Counselling offers training suitable for a variety of professions focused on supporting individuals, both within faith-based contexts and beyond. These professions include counselling, pastoral care, aged care, school welfare, grief counselling, care coordination, and chaplaincy within institutions or congregations. The course also provides a foundation for further study in the field or can be used as a pathway into ministry-related studies.
OR
PART-TIME
Year 1 - Session 1
THL400 Pastoral Counselling Skills (8 cp)
THL420 Pastoral Counselling: Theory and Professional Issues (8 cp)
Year 1 - Session 2
THL428 Pastoral Counselling: Grief and Loss (8 cp)
THL435 Applied Pastoral Theology (8 cp)
For more details about the individual components of this course see Charles Sturt University School of Theology Handbook.
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If you need more information, or have any questions about this course, please do not hesitate to ask us about this course today.
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Start your application today by following the application process on the Charles Sturt University website.
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