CHC51015
Diploma of Counselling - 100% Online
Make a Difference in the Lives of People
Nationally accredited counselling course with real‑world skills, comprehensive student support, and industry expert trainers.
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Nationally recognised qualification
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100% online, self-guided
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Simulated counselling practicals with actors
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Virtual Campus with live trainer support
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Inside the guide, you’ll find:
- Units of Study
- Payment Options
- Career Outcomes
- Entry Requirements
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WHY STUDY THE DIPLOMA OF COUNSELLING?
The CHC51015 Diploma of Counselling prepares you to support individuals experiencing life challenges across community, health and support settings. This nationally accredited qualification combines counselling theory, ethical practice and applied learning so you can develop the confidence needed for real‑world counselling environments.
If you’re a strong listener and motivated to help others, counselling can offer a purpose‑driven and stable career pathway.
In Just 12 Months, You’ll Build the Skills to Support Real People
- Build professional counselling and communication skills to support clients from diverse backgrounds.
- Learn key development, personality and learning theories, with an introduction to common therapeutic approaches.
- Understand and apply the legal, ethical and professional standards required in counselling roles.
- Develop skills to identify mental health and AOD concerns, respond to crises, support trauma, loss and grief, and participate in case management.
- Build foundational research and reflective practice skills to support ongoing professional growth.
Explore the full course details in the Course Guide →
Study Counselling online - with Virtual Campus Access
This course is a 100% online, self-guided course, giving you the flexibility to study from anywhere at any anytime. But you are not alone.
When you enrol, you gain access to our Virtual Campus, where you can log in to connect with trainers, access learning support and get help when you need it.
Through the Virtual Campus, You Can:
- Log in online to get help from qualified trainers
- Ask questions and clarify course content
- Access support throughout your studies
- Stay connected while studying remotely
You’re never studying alone. The combination of structured onboarding, academic support, and access to the virtual campus, you’re guided from your first log‑in through to graduation.
Support is always within reach throughout your online learning journey.
We’ve made it possible to deliver our entire CHC51015 Diploma of Counselling course 100% online. You can access lessons, workbooks, submit assessments and complete practicals from anywhere with an internet connection without needing any special software or hardware—just your web browser!
Turn Your Active Listening Skills Into a Rewarding Career
Simulated practicals with actors
A key feature of this counselling course is the simulated counselling practicals.
You’ll take part in realistic counselling sessions with professional actors, designed to reflect real client situations — and these sessions can be booked online to fit around your schedule.
In These Practicals, You Will:
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Practise counselling techniques in a safe environment
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Apply theory to real counselling scenarios
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Build confidence before working with real clients
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Receive guidance to strengthen your professional skills
Free student memberships with professional associations
As a TrainSmart Australia Diploma of Counselling student, you’ll step into your future profession with confidence. Through complimentary student memberships with leading industry associations, you’ll gain access to powerful professional networks, trusted resources, and ongoing development opportunities that support your growth from day one as you work towards becoming a qualified counsellor.
Australian Community Counselling Association (ACCA)
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Free student membership
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Industry resources and professional updates
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Job boards access
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Discounts on professional development
Australian Traditional Medicine Society (ATMS)
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Free student membership
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Discounts to hundreds of seminars and webinars
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Student events and resources
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Pathway to accredited membership after graduation
Disclaimer: Please note while TrainSmart Australia is not affiliated with the Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia (PACFA), students can apply for a free student membership with them.
Is this course right for you?
Active listening is a counsellor’s superpower. If you naturally connect with people by truly hearing them, counselling could be your true calling.
This counselling course is suited to:
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Aspiring counsellors entering the profession
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People working in community or support roles
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Career changers seeking meaningful, people-focused work
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Individuals wanting to formalise existing experience
Possible Career Pathways in Counselling
School Counsellor
Case Worker
Guidance Counsellor
Disability Respite Worker
Drug and Alcohol Counsellor
Bachelor of Counselling
Master of Counselling
Got More Questions About the Diploma of Counselling?
Download the Course Guide and a Career Advisor will help you explore your study and career options.
No obligation to enrol. Our Career Advisors will only contact you about this course.
Flexible options are designed to reduce financial barriers and help you start studying sooner.
Pay 100% up front (Credit Card or Debit Card)* and receive 15% off your course!
Starting from $80/week. Payment can be made weekly, monthly, or in quarterly instalments.
VET Student Loan* is a loan issued by the Commonwealth allowing you to study now and pay later.
- Study now with no upfront costs
- Start repayments only when your income exceeds $69,528 per year
- Make repayments through the Australian tax system
- Focus on your studies while launching your career
*VET Student Loan is a personal loan that must be repaid to the Commonwealth. A 20% Loan Fee will be added. Repayments begin when you earn over $69,528 a year. You must meet eligibility criteria.
How the Course Works
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SMR Learning Services Pty Ltd t/a TrainSmart Australia,
Australian Academy of Allied Health, New Horizons Learning Centre (Perth)
Level 9, 251 Adelaide Terrace, Perth CBD WA 6000