Counselling

Diploma of Counselling 

(VET FEE HELP AVAILABLE)

FIRST INTAKE: enrolments now closed: training in progress

*In Partnership with Community Training Australia*

SECOND INTAKE: Enrolments now open for Brisbane, Gold Coast AND Hobart classes commencing in July

SCROLL DOWN for dates

 DOWNLOAD BROCHURE HERE

The Diploma of Counselling (CHC51708) is a nationally recognised course that provides the first step towards a career in Counselling and entry into the counselling profession. This course gives the student a thorough  understanding of the current counselling theories and will provide a solid foundation in basic counselling and communication techniques. Students will also learn how to apply the skills taught to a client therapist relationship. There is an in-depth focus on professional ethics and client – counsellor  respect.

The theory and practice of counselling are consistent enabling the practitioner to feel confident when entering the counselling profession.

Job roles

  • Mental Health
  • Refuges
  • Community Housing
  • Community Agencies
  • Domestic Violence
  • Counselling Services
  • Youth Work
  • Drug and Alcohol Issues

 
Jigsaw Consulting Group offer the Diploma of Counselling in class room training as we believe counselling is best learnt in a group situation.
 
Jigsaw cater for those students already employed by running weekend and weeknight classes.  For students not currently employed, the classes are held one day per week from 9.00am – 3.00pm.
 
Enrolments are now open for our 2012 classes.

Download the Diploma of Counselling BROCHURE here. 

VET FEE HELP:

To find out more about government eligibility requirements for VET FEE HELP go to http://studyassist.gov.au/sites/StudyAssist/

To find out more and about our VET FEE HELP contact Jigsaw Consulting Group on 1300 943 438.

COURSE INFORMATION

STAGE ONE - Course Content

Module 1: Culture and Counselling 

HLTHIR403C

  Work effectively with culturally diverse clients and co-workers

Core

HLTHIR404D

  Work effectively with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People

 Elective

 

Module 2: Communication and Counselling

CHCCSL502A

  Apply specialist interpersonal and counselling interview skills

Core

  

Module 3: Counselling Structures

CHCCSL501A

  Work within a structured counselling framework

Core

CHCCSL503A

  Facilitate the counselling relationship

Core

 STAGE TWO - Course Content 

Module 4: Personality and Learning Theories

CHCCSL504A

  Apply personality and development theories

 Core

CHCCSL505A

  Apply learning theories in counselling

Core

 

Module 5: Counselling to Suit the Client

CHCCSL512A

  Determine suitability of client for counselling services

Core

CHCCSL506A

  Apply counselling therapies to address a range of client issues

Core

 

Module 6: Grief and Loss

CHCCS426A

  Provide support and care relating to loss and grief

Elective


STAGE THREE - Course Content

Module 7: Case Management and Decision Making

CHCCM503C

  Develop, facilitate and monitor all aspects of case management

Core

CHCCSL507A

  Support clients in decision-making processes

Core

 

Module 8: Legal and Ethical Counselling

CHCCSL508A

  Apply legal and ethical responsibilities in counselling practice

Core

Module 9: Suicide Intervention

CHCCS417A

  Provide support and care relating to suicide bereavement

 Elective

CHCCS514A

  Recognise and respond to individuals at risk

Core


STAGE FOUR - Course Content

 

 

Module 10: Safe Reflective Practice

CHCCSL509A

  Reflect and improve upon counselling skills

Core

HLTOHS300B 

  Contribute to OHS processes

Core 



 Module 11: Body Therapies

CHCCSL513A

  Apply somatic distress reduction techniques

 Elective

Articulation and Study Pathways

Pathways for this program include:

  • Charles Sturt University - Bachelor of Social Science (Social Welfare): 2 years credit
  • Australian College of Applied Psychology – Bachelor of Applied Social Science (Counselling): 12 months credit
  • Jansen-Newman Institute – Bachelor of Applied Social Science (Counselling): 0.75 years credit
  • James Cook University - Bachelor of Social Work, Bachelor of Psychology: 3 credit points

Further negotiations are underway with Universities and other Tertiary Education Providers. This qualification may also allow entry into certain other qualifications in the Community Services VET Training Package at Advanced Diploma, Vocational Graduate Certificate or Vocational Graduate Diploma level.

Cost: $800.00 per module

About VET FEE HELP

In partnership with Community Training Australia Pty Ltd who is an approved VET provider under the VET FEE-HELP Assistance Scheme Jigsaw Consulting Group can offer eligible student’s access to VET FEE-HELP.

VET FEE-HELP is an income contingent loan scheme that assists eligible students to pay for all or part of their VET tuition fees when studying one or more of the eligible VET courses at CTA. Students wishing to access VET FEE-HELP assistance are invited to discuss their eligibility with the staff at Jigsaw Consulting Group 

The Department of Education, Employment and Workplace Relations (DEEWR) website contains important information about VET FEE-HELP (go towww.deewr.gov.au/vetfeehelp). Students intending to access the scheme should read the VET FEE-HELP Student Information Booklet. When you sign the Request for VET FEE-HELP Assistance form, you declare that you have read this booklet and that you are aware of your obligations under VET FEE-HELP.   


BRISBANE PROGRAM - scheduled dates

(scroll down for Hobart dates)

Diploma of Counselling Intake 2: Commencing July 2012

Weekday Classes: 9.00am – 3.00pm

Stage 1

9 July - 13 July

 Stage 2

6 August - 10 August

Stage 3

10 September - 14 September

Stage 4

8 October - 12 October

After hours classes

Stage 1

Tuesday 3 July:  5.30pm – 9.30pm

Tuesday 10 July:  5.30pm – 9.30pm

Saturday 14 July:  9.00pm – 4.30pm

Tuesday 17 July:  5.30pm – 9.30pm

Tuesday 24 July:  5.30pm – 9.30pm

Saturday 28 July:  9.00am – 4.30pm

Stage 2

Tuesday 7 August:  5.30pm – 9.30pm

Saturday 11 August:  9.00am - 4.30pm

Tuesday 14 August:  5.30pm – 9.30pm

Tuesday 21 August:  5.30pm – 9.30pm

Saturday 25 August:  9.00pm – 4.30pm

Tuesday 28 August:  5.30pm – 9.30pm

Stage 3

Tuesday 4 September:  5.30pm – 9.30pm

Tuesday 11 September:  5.30pm – 9.30pm

Saturday 15 September:  9.00am – 4.30pm

Tuesday 18 September:  5.30pm – 9.30pm

Tuesday 25 September: 5.30pm - 9.30pm

Saturday 29 September:  9.00am - 4.30pm

Stage 4

Tuesday 2 October:  5.30pm – 9.30pm

Tuesday 9 October:  5.30pm – 9.30pm

Saturday 13 October:  9.00am – 4.30 pm

Tuesday 16 October:  5.30pm – 9.30pm

Tuesday 23 October:  5.30pm – 9.30pm

Saturday 27 October:  9.00am – 4.30 pm

Graduation date to be advised.

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HOBART PROGRAM - scheduled dates

Diploma of Counselling Intake 2: Commencing July 2012

Class times: After work hours  only

Stage 1
Wednesday 4 July:  5.30pm - 9.30pm

Wednesday 11 July:  5.30pm - 9.30pm

Saturday 14 July:  9.00am - 4.30pm

Wednesday 18 July:  5.30pm - 9.30pm

Wednesday 25 July:  5.30pm - 9.30pm

Saturday 28 July:  9.00am - 4.30pm

Stage 2
Wednesday 2 August:  5.30pm - 9.30pm

Wednesday 8 August:  5.30pm - 9.30pm

Saturday 11 August:  9.00am - 4.30pm

Wednesday 15 August:  5.30pm - 9.30pm

Wednesday 22 August:  5.30pm - 9.30pm

Saturday 25 August:  9.00am - 4.30pm

Stage 3
Wednesday 29 August:  5.30pm - 9.30pm

Wednesday 5 September:  5.30pm - 9.30pm

Saturday 8 September:  9.00am - 4.30pm

Wednesday 19 September:  5.30pm - 9.30pm

Saturday 22 September:  9.00am - 4.30pm

Wednesday 26 September:  5.30pm - 9.30pm

Stage 4
Wednesday 3 October: 5.30pm - 9.30pm

Wednesday 10 October:  5.30pm - 9.30pm

Saturday 13 October:  9.00am - 4.30 pm

Wednesday 17 October:  5.30pm - 9.30pm

Wednesday 24 October:  5.30pm - 9.30pm

Saturday 27 October:  9.00am - 4.30 pm


SECOND INTAKE commences July in Brisbane - DOWNLOAD BROCHURE HERE
 
Business and Management
Jigsaw Consulting Group delivers the following accredited Business and Management qualifications. Scroll down for information and downloadable brochures. 
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TO ENROL:  Click here to download the ENROLMENT FORM. Please complete and submit the Enrolment Form to Jigsaw Consulting Group - contact details here.  
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This is an Australian Government Initiative available for both new and existing workers, providing the opportunity to gain a Nationally Recognised Qualification. 'Existing workers' are employees who have been working for their current employer for longer than three months full-time or longer than 12 months part-time. Eligible participants may attract payment of Commonwealth Government employer incentives of up to $4000 to assist in covering course fees and other expenses.
Jigsaw Consulting Group works closely with Australian Apprenticeship Centres around Australia to establish eligibility of employers and employees, as well as to coordinate sign-ups.
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COURSE DETAILS
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Certificate III in Business Administration
BSB30407

The Certificate III in Business Administration reflects the role of individuals who apply a broad range of administrative competencies in varied work contexts, using some discretion, judgement. They may provide technical advice and support to a team.
Career outcomes
Job roles and titles vary across different industry sectors. Possible job titles relevant to this qualification include:
  • Accounts Receivable/Payable Clerk
  • Data Entry Operator
  • Junior Personal Assistant
  • Receptionist
  • Office Administration Assistant
  • Office Administrator
  • Word Processing Operator
For more details DOWNLOAD BROCHURE HERE
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Certificate III in Business
BSB30110
The Certificate III in Business reflects the role of individuals who apply a broad range of competencies in a varied work context using some discretion, judgement and relevant theoretical knowledge. They may provide technical advice and support to a team.
Career outcomes
Job roles and titles vary across different industry sectors. Possible job titles relevant to this qualification include:
  • customer service adviser
  • data entry operator
  • general clerk
  • payroll officer
  • typist
  • word processing operator.
For more details DOWNLOAD BROCHURE HERE
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Certificate IV in Business Administration
BSB40507
The Certificate IV in Business Administration reflects the role of individuals who use well-developed administrative skills and a broad knowledge base in a wide variety administrative contexts. They apply solutions to a defined range of unpredictable problems, and analyse and evaluate information from a variety of sources. 
They may provide leadership and guidance to others with some limited responsibility for the output of others.
Career outcomes
Job roles and titles vary across different industry sectors. Possible job titles relevant to this qualification include:
  • Receptionist
  • Office Administrator
  • Secretary
  • Executive Personal Assistant
  • Account Supervisor
For more details DOWNLOAD BROCHURE HERE
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Certificate IV in Business
BSB40207
The Certificate IV in Business reflects the role of individuals who use well-developed skills and a broad knowledge base in a wide variety of contexts. They apply solutions to a defined range of unpredictable problems, and analyse and evaluate information from a variety of sources. They may provide leadership and guidance to others with some limited responsibility for the output of others.
Career outcomes
Job roles and titles vary across different industry sectors. Possible job titles relevant to this qualification include:
  • Receptionist
  • Office Administration Assistant
  • Office Administrator
  • Secretary
  • Personal Assistant
For more details DOWNLOAD BROCHURE HERE
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Certificate IV in Frontline Management
BSB40807
The Certificate IV in Frontline Management reflects the role of individuals who take the first line of management in a wide range of organisational and industry contexts. They may have existing qualifications and technical skills in any given vocation or profession, yet require skills or recognition in supervisory functions. Typically they would report to a manager. At this level frontline managers provide leadership and guidance to others and take responsibility for the effective functioning and performance of the team and its work outcomes.
Career outcomes
Job roles and titles vary across different industry sectors. Possible job titles relevant to this qualification include:
  • Coordinator
  • Leading Hand
  • Supervisor
  • Team Leader
For more details DOWNLOAD BROCHURE HERE
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Diploma of Management
BSB51107
The Diploma of Management reflects the role of individuals who are engaged to manage the work of others or to add value to or review management practices. Their role may be in any industry or organisation setting. Typically people in these roles will have considerable experience in their respective industries or vocational 
areas and combine an informed perspective of specific work requirements with their managerial approaches. The qualification requires a sound theoretical knowledge base and managerial competencies to plan, carry out and evaluate own work or the work of a team.
Career outcomes
Job roles and titles vary across different industry sectors. Possible job titles relevant to this qualification include:
  • Manager
  • Supervisor

For more details DOWNLOAD BROCHURE HERE

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FUNDING ELIGIBILTY: To find out if you are eligible for government-funded training, click here to complete this Jigsaw FUNDING ELIGIBILITY SURVEY. 
 
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