This qualification is internationally accredited by the Australian Community Workers Association (ACWA) and nationally accredited on the Fiji Qualifications Framework (FQF) by the Fiji Higher Education Commission (FHEC). It is also registered on the Pacific Register of Qualifications and Standards (PRQS).
This programme reflects the role of counsellors, who work with clients on personal and psychological issues using established counselling modalities. They use communication, micro- counselling and interviewing skills and draw on varied counselling therapies to assist clients. At this level, the counsellor will be working in defined and supported counselling roles in established agencies rather than in independent practice.
Diploma of Counselling programme is designed to develop the skills and knowledge for counsellors, school based counsellors, social workers and for individuals who want to pursue a career in counselling.
Full Time | 1 year |
Part Time | 2 years |
To be admitted to this programme, a person shall have:
This programme has a total of Eight (8) courses.
Course Code | Course Title | Semester | Delivery Mode | Campus | Fees (FJD) |
CECL41 | Counselling Relationships and Micro skills | 1 & 2 | Blended | All Campuses | $560 |
CECL42 | Fundamental Theories in Counselling | 1 & 2 | Blended | All Campuses | $560 |
CECL43 | Counselling Therapies Client Support | 1 & 2 | Blended | All Campuses | $560 |
CECL44 | Cultural Sensitivity Towards Diverse Ethnic Groups | 1 & 2 | Blended | All Campuses | $560 |
CECL51 | Legal, Ethical & Professional Practice | 1 & 2 | Blended | All Campuses | $675 |
CECL52 | Cash Management & Crisis Situations | 1 & 2 | Blended | All Campuses | $675 |
CECL53 | Client Safety & Support | 1 & 2 | Blended | All Campuses | $675 |
CECL54 | Responding to Family & Educational Issues | 1 & 2 | Blended | All Campuses | $675 |