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Associate Degree of Counselling

Associate Degree of Counselling

Associate Degree of Counselling

 

aifc, in partnership with the Australian College of Ministries, a member of Sydney College of Divinity, is proud to be offering a Higher Education Bachelor of Counselling to follow on from the aifc CHC51015 Diploma in Counselling. If you have completed the CHC51015 Diploma of Counselling either with aifc or another VET college, you may apply to ACOM for entry into the Bachelor of Counselling. The Bachelor of Counselling has an exits point of an Associate Degree if students only wish to complete one year of the Bachelor of Counselling.

Contact the Australian College of Ministries for course details and information on P: 1800 672 692
Or visit Associate Degree of Counselling

The counselling awards pathway created by aifc and ACOM/SCU is as follows:

  • Phase 1 (AQF level 5) CHC51015 Diploma of Counselling (aifc)
  • Phase 2 & 3 (AQF level 7) Bachelor of Counselling (ACOM/SCD)
  • Phase 4 (AQF level 8) 10900NAT Graduate Diploma of Counselling (Christian) (aifc)
  • Phase 5 (AQF level 9) Master of Counselling (ACOM/SCD)
I have completed a Diploma level course with aifc. Can I enrol into the Associate Degree of Counselling through ACOM/SCD?

Yes, aifc students who have successfully completed the CHC51015 Diploma of Counselling with aifc will be able to enter the Bachelor of Counselling with ACOM/SCD. Students will need to meet the recommendation to continue requirements.

I have completed 10487NAT Advanced Diploma of Counselling and Family Therapy (Christian) with aifc. What is the next step for me?

Student who have completed an Advanced Diploma in Counselling have two pathway options to consider. Firstly Students are eligible to enrol into the 10900NAT Graduate Diploma of Counselling (Christian) with aifc, or secondly, able to enrol into the Bachelor of Counselling with ACOM/SCD and apply for credit for units completed with aifc.

I’m not sure that I want to pursue all these courses. For now I am just enrolled in the Diploma course. Do I need to decide now

Students can choose to enrol in just one course and no more, and don’t need to decide on completing the full pathway in sequence.

aifc is pioneering a program of personal and professional development courses to equip students, alumni and the broader Christian community (both nationally and abroad) with shorter, non-accredited course options and workshops that are relevant, tailored and responsive to immediate needs. The aifc equip program will provide online and short form face to face courses for people wishing to keep adding to their portfolio of transformational knowledge and skills, but who don’t necessarily want to go down the higher education path or commit to a long duration course (or at least not yet!).  

Book a Course Advisory Call to talk through your pathway options

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About this course

aifc, in partnership with the Australian College of Ministries, a member of Sydney College of Divinity, is proud to be offering a Higher Education Bachelor of Counselling to follow on from the aifc CHC51015 Diploma in Counselling. If you have completed the CHC51015 Diploma of Counselling either with aifc or another VET college, you may apply to ACOM for entry into the Bachelor of Counselling. The Bachelor of Counselling has an exits point of an Associate Degree if students only wish to complete one year of the Bachelor of Counselling.

Contact the Australian College of Ministries for course details and information on P: 1800 672 692
Or visit Associate Degree of Counselling

The counselling awards pathway created by aifc and ACOM/SCU is as follows:

  • Phase 1 (AQF level 5) CHC51015 Diploma of Counselling (aifc)
  • Phase 2 & 3 (AQF level 7) Bachelor of Counselling (ACOM/SCD)
  • Phase 4 (AQF level 8) 10900NAT Graduate Diploma of Counselling (Christian) (aifc)
  • Phase 5 (AQF level 9) Master of Counselling (ACOM/SCD)

  • Download Our Course and Services Guide
  • Book a Course Advisory Session
Contact Us

Monday to Friday 9am-5pm

(02) 6242 5111

1300 721 397 (Toll free)

info@aifc.com.au

I have completed a Diploma level course with aifc. Can I enrol into the Associate Degree of Counselling through ACOM/SCD?

Yes, aifc students who have successfully completed the CHC51015 Diploma of Counselling with aifc will be able to enter the Bachelor of Counselling with ACOM/SCD. Students will need to meet the recommendation to continue requirements.

I have completed 10487NAT Advanced Diploma of Counselling and Family Therapy (Christian) with aifc. What is the next step for me?

Student who have completed an Advanced Diploma in Counselling have two pathway options to consider. Firstly Students are eligible to enrol into the 10900NAT Graduate Diploma of Counselling (Christian) with aifc, or secondly, able to enrol into the Bachelor of Counselling with ACOM/SCD and apply for credit for units completed with aifc.

I’m not sure that I want to pursue all these courses. For now I am just enrolled in the Diploma course. Do I need to decide now

Students can choose to enrol in just one course and no more, and don’t need to decide on completing the full pathway in sequence.

aifc is pioneering a program of personal and professional development courses to equip students, alumni and the broader Christian community (both nationally and abroad) with shorter, non-accredited course options and workshops that are relevant, tailored and responsive to immediate needs. The aifc equip program will provide online and short form face to face courses for people wishing to keep adding to their portfolio of transformational knowledge and skills, but who don’t necessarily want to go down the higher education path or commit to a long duration course (or at least not yet!).  

Book a Course Advisory Call to talk through your pathway options

Please click here to Book a Course Advisory Call.

Why choose aifc?

At aifc we are:

Biblically integrated
Our courses integrate theology, psychology and spirituality. We train and equip Christian counsellors, rather than Christians who do counselling.
Flexible
aifc offers live online training, allowing you to fit training in within your week. We also offer face to face training throughout the year.
Supportive
At aifc we place high importance to help our students connect to our supportive and inclusive 'aifc-community'. aifc is more than an educational facility, it's a place where friendships are made and professional relationships formed.
Our experienced and dedicated Trainers and Assessors go the extra mile to make a positive difference in our students' aifc journey. aifc staff support all our students to succeed in meeting the outcomes of their chosen course.
Taught by professionals
Our trainers and assessors are all experienced professionals in their field. High quality teaching, combined with one on one access to trainers makes the difference.
Affordable
aifc has processes in place for students to pay-as-you-learn to help make studying easy and more affordable. Students who meet the required eligibility criteria can also apply for an Australian Government Vet Student Loan. Further details about the Vet Student Loan are available.
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After completing the accreditation course with aifc, graduates can become part of the aifc Christian Counselling platform called Abound. Here, they can establish their own successful business and begin their new career.

We are nationally accredited

aifc offers accredited courses, as part of the counselling training pathway, in partnership with the Australian College of Ministries, a Sydney College of Divinity member, for those wishing to pursue or add to professional counselling qualifications.

  • 93.6%

    of students were satisfied with the overall quality of their training.

  • 88.9%

    of students would recommend aifc training.

  • 94.8%

    of students would recommend their training provider.

  • 95.5%

    were employed or enrolled in further study after training.
Over 98% of students
surveyed agreed or strongly agreed that they developed the skills expected from aifc training.
Over 98% of students
surveyed would recommend aifc to others.

What our students have to say:

  • “I have built my confidence and developed new skills.”
  • “Genuine trainers who offered lots of help and guidance throughout the year.”
  • “The assessors are extremely thorough and helpful.”
  • “I love that God’s Word and the Christian perspective is weaved throughout.”
  • “I feel well equipped to go out and deliver a professional service.”

Download our course and services guide

We’ve put together a comprehensive course and services guide with everything you need about what aifc offers.

What should I look for when choosing a provider?

When choosing the Provider for your christian counselling education, it is important to ask yourself

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Bible-based

Our courses integrate theology, psychology and spirituality. We train and equip Christian counsellors, rather than Christians who do counselling.

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Taught by professionals

Our trainers and assessors are all experienced professionals in their field. High quality teaching, combined with one-on-one access to trainers makes the difference.

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Flexible

aifc offers both live online and face-to-face training. You choose which delivery mode is best suited to your lifestyle and work commitments.

Accredited

Our courses include a range of VET accredited qualifications and non-accredited short courses. aifc is also the only Christian counselling provider to be accredited by ACA, CCAA and is a member of ITECA.

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Affordable

Finding a course that fits your budget is important. With funding options and Austudy & Abstudy available to eligible students, our courses continue to be affordable and within reach of those seeking to become a qualified counsellor.

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Membership to aifc Counsel

An innovative online counselling platform, that offers state-of-the-art counselling features with the opportunity to collaborate with your counselling peers and build a thriving counselling practice.

 
 
 
 

At aifc, our sole focus is to train and equip Christian Counsellors. More than just a counsellor, a Christian counsellor trusts in God and listens to His still small voice above all else.

It’s a big difference.

Nicholas Marks, CEO aifc

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