Counsellors help people through difficult times of their lives, often when they are most vulnerable. Prepare for a career in counselling by building your personal and professional skills. With a focus on building counselling relationships with your clients that are essential to effective practice, you’ll gain the skills you need to succeed in a rewarding career. Apply the theoretical foundations of counselling by first appraising selected counselling literature and research, before undertaking extensive practical training. In your second year, you’ll have the option to complete a substantial research project addressing counselling theory or practice, or choose to complete the course through coursework and case studies. You’ll complete two supervised placements, which will provide you the opportunity to develop skills in assessment, individual and group treatment, working with children and adult clients, working with other professionals and within the supervisory relationship.

For direct entry into the Masters of Counselling, applicants should have a three-year degree (AQF Level 7) from a recognised university in an area related to counselling such as psychology, social work, occupational therapy, nursing, education or human services. Preference will be given to applicants who also have experience, either paid or volunteer, in a counselling role. Applicants not selected for the Masters may be admitted to either the Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma course and then apply for entry to the Masters level upon successful completion. Applicants are encouraged to apply early. The admission process includes both application and interview. All students must satisfy Murdoch University's minimum English requirements by demonstrating competency in the English Language.