COURSE GUIDE 2020//2021 - Study psychology, counselling, social work or criminology at ACAP to understand human behaviour.
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COURSE GUIDE 2020//2021 Study psychology, counselling, social work or criminology at ACAP to understand human behaviour.
CREATE POSITIVE IMPACT, AND DISCOVER THE POSSIBILITIES
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WELCOME TO
Since 1983, we have been teaching applied
psychology and helping to prepare our students to
change lives and to make a difference.
THE AUSTRALIAN A
t ACAP you can build more effective communication
and interpersonal skills as well obtain the
COLLEGE qualifications you need to pursue a job as a counsellor,
psychologist, case worker, social worker or specialist in
OF APPLIED
criminal justice.
Our team of experienced academics and industry
PSYCHOLOGY
professionals are committed to delivering a practical
learning environment and the latest in work practices
and industry developments. We provide a distinctive
educational experience based on hands‑on learning. Our
philosophy is simple: the best way for you to learn about
human interaction is to interact.
You can choose to study on-campus at one of our central
city locations, by online delivery, or a combination of both
(blended delivery). Whichever you choose, our support team
will provide you with the necessary academic and personal
support throughout your studies to achieve your goals.
We look forward to welcoming you to ACAP.
CONTENTS WELCOME TO ACAP 1 WHY STUDY AT ACAP? 3 WHAT CAN I ACHIEVE WITH ACAP? 4 WHICH COURSE IS RIGHT FOR ME? 5 STUDENT SUPPORT 5 STUDY YOUR WAY 6 STUDENT PLACEMENT 7 ACAP PSYCHOLOGY CLINIC, SYDNEY 7 ACAP CAMPUSES 8 VOCATIONAL EDUCATION AND TRAINING (VET) COURSES CHC52015 DIPLOMA OF COMMUNITY SERVICES (CASE MANAGEMENT) 11 UNDERGRADUATE COURSES DIPLOMA OF COUNSELLING SKILLS 12 BACHELOR OF COUNSELLING 13 BACHELOR OF SOCIAL WORK 14 BACHELOR OF PSYCHOLOGICAL SCIENCE 15 BACHELOR OF PSYCHOLOGICAL SCIENCE (HONOURS) 16 BACHELOR OF PSYCHOLOGICAL SCIENCE AND COUNSELLING 17 BACHELOR OF PSYCHOLOGICAL SCIENCE AND CRIMINOLOGY 18 ASSOCIATE DEGREE OF CRIMINAL JUSTICE 19 BACHELOR OF CRIMINOLOGY AND JUSTICE 20 POSTGRADUATE COURSES GRADUATE CERTIFICATE OF PSYCHOLOGICAL SCIENCE 21 GRADUATE DIPLOMA OF COUNSELLING 22 GRADUATE DIPLOMA OF PSYCHOLOGICAL SCIENCE 23 GRADUATE DIPLOMA OF PROFESSIONAL PSYCHOLOGY PRACTICE 24 MASTER OF PROFESSIONAL PSYCHOLOGY 25 MASTER OF COUNSELLING AND PSYCHOTHERAPY 26 MASTER OF PSYCHOLOGY (CLINICAL) 27 MASTER OF SOCIAL WORK 28 MASTER OF SOCIAL WORK (QUALIFYING) 29 NEW POSTGRADUATE COURSE OFFERINGS GRADUATE CERTIFICATE COURSES 30 FEES AND FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE 33 HOW TO APPLY TO STUDY AT ACAP 34 CONDITIONS OF ENROLMENT 35 CENTRELINK STUDENT INCOME SUPPORT 37 ACCREDITATION AND QUALITY ASSURANCE 38 CONTACT US BACK COVER
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WHY STUDY AT ACAP?
Outstanding student satisfaction results
ACAP consistently achieves student satisfaction outcomes above the
National, University, and Non-University Higher Education Institute
(NUHEI) averages. Data from the 2019 Australian Government’s
Student Experience Survey (SES) proves that ACAP outperforms the
At ACAP you will be supported and enriched national average, particularly in the following areas:
by our hands-on approach to learning, as you • Overall Quality of Educational Experience
master the skills required for a job that will make • Teaching Quality
a real difference to people’s lives. • Skills Development
• Student Support
Our specialist courses in counselling, psychology, social work,
Dynamic assessment strategies
criminology and case management unlock opportunities for those
starting out in the workforce, changing careers, enhancing existing ACAP’s priority is for students to graduate work-ready. Where
qualifications, or pursuing a personal passion for helping others. possible, assessments for our courses are designed to help you
develop the knowledge and skills for your future career.
Study on-campus, online – or both Depending on the course and unit, assessments may take the form of
Many ACAP courses are offered through a range of study modes, group work, role-playing, laboratory experience and supervised work
which means you can attend classes on-campus, online, or by a placement, as well as examinations in some cases.
blend of both, to suit your circumstances (subject to availability). Our approach to assessment means that ACAP’s students can
Some courses also require compulsory on-campus attendance demonstrate their understanding of each topic – and be evaluated
for certain subjects. – from a practical perspective.
Our campuses in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide and Perth
are centrally located in CBD areas and have modern facilities and Student placement
resources. The ACAP study calendar is divided into trimesters, Student placement helps to prepare you for professional practice
with the convenience of three intakes per year. after graduation.
Find out the locations and study modes for each course, on pages In courses with placement included, students have the opportunity to
6 to 8 of this guide. apply theory in a professional workplace for a set period of time, gaining
essential real-life experience in their chosen field. Further information
Expert teachers regarding placement requirements can be found on our website.
ACAP students are taught by highly-skilled academics and Placement can be one of the most exciting and memorable chapters
teachers who are also practising professionals with significant of your studies because it allows you to actively participate in a work
industry experience. environment and network with industry professionals and members
As well as sharing a thorough knowledge of their disciplines, our of the community. Before graduating, you will build valuable skills in
teaching staff understand the current work practices in their area preparation for your career, as well as establishing contacts and
of expertise. mentors who can act as future referees.
Smaller class sizes and interactive learning Diversity
Our smaller class sizes allow for a greater level of discussion, giving ACAP is committed to diversity and inclusion on every campus and is
you a better opportunity to ask questions. proud to be the first Independent Education Provider member of the
Pride In Diversity network. The Australian network is the first and only
At ACAP, classmates and teachers form strong bonds as they easily
national not-for-profit program supporting all aspects of LGBTI
and comfortably exchange ideas and explore opinions in a smaller
inclusion. All ACAP students can benefit from the support and
classroom setting. This close interaction plays a key role in helping
initiatives arranged by the ALLY network at ACAP.
our students achieve their personal and professional goals.
For more information on ACAP’s diversity policies, visit our website.
At ACAP, whether studying on-campus or online, each class member
has the chance to be an active participant in the subject matter, and is
encouraged to express their opinion as part of the learning process.
Having smaller class sizes enables teachers to provide detailed
feedback when evaluating assessments. We enjoy and encourage
personal interaction, and our teachers are accessible to students for
enquiries and assistance.
Note that this guide is intended for domestic students only. A course guide is available for international students.
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WHAT CAN I ACHIEVE Criminology and Justice
WITH ACAP?
The study of criminology and justice provides deep insights into why
people commit crime, what the government and society do to
address such behaviour, and the relationship between the law, the
criminal justice system and society.
Criminology graduates may find employment in areas across the
Are you intrigued by human behaviour? Are you justice system, from law enforcement to courts, to working with
offenders. The Bachelor of Criminology and Justice can also provide
planning a career supporting and motivating a pathway to undergraduate and postgraduate programs including
people as they seek to change their lives? law, counter-terrorism, forensics, criminology and psychology.
Our courses prepare students from diverse
backgrounds for rewarding professions working Psychology
with people in the community. There are also
pathway options to further study available, to suit Psychology is the scientific study of the human mind and behaviour.
Its knowledge base is developed through creating and testing theories
your priorities and career aspirations. on what determines the way people think, feel and behave at an
individual, group, organisational or community level.
Psychology graduates are in demand in the sectors of health and
Case Management social welfare; social policy and research; market research; human
and community services; disability and ageing; mental health
Case management is an approach to service delivery focusing on services; immigration; juvenile and criminal justice; and refugee
identifying client needs, then designing and implementing strategies support services.
aimed to resolve specific issues. Case managers are employed in Bachelor of Psychological Science graduates may go on to complete
organisations such as community health centres, family support an Honours program in psychology, continue their studies with the
services, government agencies, drug rehabilitation and refugee aim of becoming registered psychologists, or undertake further
support services, youth centres and women’s health centres. ACAP’s specialist study for careers in allied health, teaching or business.
CHC52015 Diploma of Community Services (Case Management) is a The criminology major directs graduates to public administration, and
nationally recognised qualification equipping its graduates with the professions linked by the study of human behaviour to the courts,
skills required for roles in the wide-ranging community services sector. corrections, youth justice, Indigenous justice, criminal law and reform,
and state or federal policing.
Coaching Our psychology degrees are accredited by the Australian Psychology
Accreditation Council (APAC), providing graduates with the certainty
Modern challenges such as effectively striking a work-life balance, or their qualifications meet the industry’s training standards.
the desire to achieve personal or career goals have led to growth in
the demand for life coaching, executive coaching, personal coaching
and performance coaching.
Social Work
This field draws on positive psychology theories. The coaching units Social work is a professional, practical and academic discipline
in the Bachelor of Counselling are accredited by the International underpinned by principles of human rights, collective responsibility
Coach Federation (ICF). With the skills acquired under these units, and social justice.
you can support others in achieving their short and long-term goals. Social workers assess the needs of individuals, families and groups,
assisting and empowering them to develop and use the skills needed
Counselling to resolve communal, personal and other problems, and to foster
human wellbeing. Social work is a complex and nuanced discipline
Counselling is an educational and/or therapeutic process designed to which is thoroughly grounded in the client’s context and their place in
support individuals, couples, families and groups across a range of the wider community.
settings and life stages. Counsellors develop purposeful professional
ACAP’s Bachelor of Social Work and Bachelor of Social Work
relationships that promote mental health and wellness, and support
(Honours) courses have been provisionally accredited, and the
personal, educational and career aspirations. It is a profession
Master of Social Work (Qualifying) is fully accredited by the Australian
underpinned by respect for diversity and social justice as counsellors
Association of Social Workers (AASW), the body that sets the
work to support and empower people to make healthy choices when
benchmarks for professional education and practice in social work.
dealing with life’s challenges and missed opportunities.
The Bachelor of Social Work, Bachelor of Social Work (Honours) and
Our higher education Diploma of Counselling Skills provides an Master of Social Work (Qualifying) have been determined to meet the
introduction to the field with targeted, foundation skills ideal for Australian Social Work Education and Accreditation Standards.
counselling support roles within community services and health
industries. Our Diploma is a pathway to higher education qualifications
within ACAP, such as the Bachelor of Counselling, Graduate Diploma of
Counselling, and Master of Counselling and Psychotherapy, all of which
are accredited by the Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of
Australia (PACFA). The Bachelor of Counselling is also accredited with
the Australian Counselling Association (ACA). Graduates of our
innovative and applied degrees are work-ready and fit to practice
across a wide range of settings in the community, not-for-profit, public
and private sectors, including mental health and wellness, alcohol and
other drugs, grief and bereavement, relationship support, carer
support, allied health services, and multicultural support services.
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WHICH COURSE IS STUDENT SUPPORT
RIGHT FOR ME? Community atmosphere
Our interactive teaching approach and small class sizes build a
nurturing atmosphere for students. From your first enquiry to
Counselling pathways graduation day, we are dedicated to helping you to meet your
Professional counselling helps people overcome everyday challenges, personal and career goals. During early contact, a course adviser will
from relationship problems, stress and health issues, to career planning. help put your study program together, matching your availability with
our timetable and study mode options.
Bachelor of Counselling graduates may work as:
Once your studies commence you will have access to our dedicated
• Alcohol and Other Drugs Counsellors
Student Experience and Student Learning Support teams. We
• Mental Health Support Counsellors understand the importance of support throughout your studies to
• Grief and Loss Counsellors ensure a positive result from your efforts.
• Online and Telephone Counsellors
Diploma of Counselling Skills graduates may take roles as: Orientation
Orientation for all courses is held at the start of each trimester.
• Client Support Workers
Personal induction is an excellent opportunity to become familiar with
• Family Support Workers ACAP, meet staff, teachers and fellow students and take a tour of the
• Intake Workers campus. An online version of orientation is available on the student
• Family Advisors portal for those unable to attend.
Psychology pathways Academic and learning support
Psychology is the scientific study of the human mind and human ACAP understands that if you haven’t studied recently, you may need
behaviour. Psychology graduates work in fields dealing with the many to refresh your skills in academic writing, referencing, researching and
ways people feel, think and behave. study discipline. We offer assistance in these areas from our learning
support team through workshops, webinars, online resources,
The criminology major prepares graduates for careers in the justice individual learning support, peer mentoring programs and specific
and corrections sectors, working with children, youth or adults in activities for students transitioning into the College or advancing
the community. between courses.
Graduates who complete one of the pathways to psychology Access to the student portal provides essential academic and
registration may work as registered psychologists. administrative information, including unit and subject outlines,
timetables, student support and campus contacts. Our web facilities
Social Work pathways also cover access to online class spaces, personal enrolment details,
Social workers support and advocate for individuals, families and webmail, the IT Help Desk and your academic history and grades.
groups to bring about positive change at every level of society.
Personal support
Graduates may apply for social work positions in:
Starting a new course is exciting, but it can also create personal
• Mental Health pressure when combined with other commitments. ACAP understands
• Hospitals the challenges students may face while adjusting during this busy
• Community or Social Services time. Our Student Support Counsellors provide confidential support
• Schools as part of our services and, if necessary, provide referrals for ongoing
• Government and Non-government Human Services assistance. They can also help you liaise with College staff as needed.
Library services
Comprehensive library services are available to support and enhance
your learning experience at ACAP. Students have access to extensive
book collections, as well as electronic books and professional journals.
Our librarians can help with your research needs in person at our
Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane campuses, and by email or phone.
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STUDY YOUR WAY
Blended delivery
A selection of ACAP courses are delivered by a combination of
online and on-campus learning.
For blended delivery units, students are required to undertake
activities, assessment and self-directed study online, as well as
ACAP offers full-time, part-time, on-campus, attend some classes.
online and blended course delivery in a
trimester structure. Workshops
Mandatory on-campus workshops are a component of some
ACAP courses. Where mandatory workshops apply to a course,
On-campus study
students are required to attend sessions in person at an ACAP
On-campus study typically involves three to four hours per week of campus in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide or Perth.
face-to-face teaching for each subject or unit. This may take the form
of single classes, or be combined as lectures and tutorials. For Workshops will be detailed as a requirement on individual course
example, if you are taking three units or subjects, you will spend 9 to pages in this document or on the ACAP website.
12 hours in classes each week. Classes are held in the mornings,
afternoons and evenings and in some cases, on weekends.
Student web portal
Students use the online portal to connect with teachers and each
Each campus may run classes on different days and times and not all
other in discussion forums, live-chat sessions and virtual
units or subjects are available at all times on all campuses.
conferencing. Unit materials, instructions, assessment feedback,
In addition to attending classes, on-campus students have access grades, video lectures and other presentations are viewed and
to their online class space with services including resources, student downloaded from the student portal. Assessments are also
forums, teacher feedback, for submitting assessments and submitted using this central system.
receiving marks.
Technology required
Studying online ACAP students need to have ready access to high-speed internet
Online study offers maximum flexibility around busy lifestyles and is and an understanding of how to use the web and email. Familiarity
best suited to highly motivated students who are unable to attend with word processing programs, such as Microsoft Word is also
on-campus classes on a regular basis. A dedicated teacher is required for preparing and submitting assignments.
assigned to each online class.
Online students need to devote the same number of hours per week, Personalised study options
per unit as on-campus students, to reading course material, For convenience around your other commitments, you can choose
participating in group discussions and completing assessments. your campus and class times or mix and match study modes -
subject to availability by course. Once enrolled, you must complete
Teachers of online classes provide continual guidance by introducing
each unit in the mode in which you commenced it for that trimester.
content, asking students for their insights and by sequencing and
pacing activities throughout the trimesters.
“I CHOSE TO STUDY AT
ACAP TO FULFIL MY DESIRE
TO REALLY UNDERSTAND
THE PROCESS OF
MENTAL WELLNESS.”
Ayshe, Bachelor of Counselling
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STUDENT PLACEMENT ACAP PSYCHOLOGY
CLINIC, SYDNEY
Student placement provides the essential
experience to prepare you for work in your
chosen profession. For some ACAP courses,
A not-for-profit psychology training clinic is
successful completion of placement units is
located at ACAP’s Sydney campus, staffed
required for graduation.
by registered and provisionally registered
psychologists, and supervised by experienced
What is involved in student placement? clinical psychologists.
Student placement is a period of unpaid work experience in a
workplace suitable to your studies and career goals.
The clinic is an additional learning environment where psychology
ACAP’s social work, case management, coaching, counselling and students develop their skills in a professional setting, while on their
psychology students have the opportunity to apply the theory and path to accreditation. Services are available to adults, adolescents
skills learned in class in the field, under supervision. and children who are experiencing issues such as anxiety, depression
Placement also gives you a hands-on understanding of the different and fluctuating moods; adjusting to life changes e.g. divorce,
types of work available after graduation. relocation; relationship problems; work or study issues; grief, loss and
bereavement and attention deficit disorder.
Why is student placement important? Visit acap.edu.au/psychology-clinic for more details.
Being immersed within a professional environment develops your
understanding of the industries relevant to your studies.
While working in the field, you will apply what you have learned in class
to real-life situations, putting theories into action and seeing results.
Some ACAP students have been offered employment by their
placement organisations.
Choosing your student placement
ACAP has links with respected organisations in the counselling, social
work, youth work, case management, coaching and psychology fields
across Australia.
When the time comes to plan your placement, we can help you
connect with the right workplace to match your personal and
professional interests, or to help broaden your experiences, if you
want to explore different options.
Prior to placements, students must undertake a National Police Psychology training clinic, ACAP’s Sydney campus
Check and Working With Children Check.
Voluteering
If your degree entails a mandatory volunteering component, the
Placement Team will assist you with this. Often the volunteering hours
must be completed prior to commencing student placement.
For more information please visit acap.edu.au/current-students/
managing-my-course/volunteering-opportunities
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ACAP CAMPUSES
Our campuses are centrally located in Sydney,
Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide and Perth. Each is
easily accessible by public transport.
Adelaide
ACAP’s Adelaide campus is minutes from the city’s premier shopping,
dining and entertainment venues.
Brisbane
Our Brisbane campus is in the CBD, just five minutes’ walk from
Central Station and the Brisbane River.
Melbourne
The Melbourne campus is located in the city centre, near Chinatown
and close to Parliament Train Station.
Sydney
Our largest campus is located at the heart of Sydney, near Town Hall
Station and Hyde Park.
Perth
The newest ACAP campus is situated in the heart of the lively
entertainment district in Perth. Melbourne
Level 10, 123 Lonsdale Street, Melbourne VIC 3000
Adelaide Sydney
Level 5, 16–20 Coglin Street, Adelaide SA 5000 Level 11, 255 Elizabeth Street, Sydney NSW 2000
Brisbane Perth
Ground Floor, East Tower, 410 Ann Street, Brisbane QLD 4000 116-120 Roe St, Northbridge WA 6003
Check for course availability at your nearest campus at acap.edu.au.Curious?
Discover
our courses.
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Social Work
CHC52015 DIPLOMA OF
Workshops
VET
It is compulsory for both on-campus and online students to attend
four one to two-day workshops, which are held at ACAP’s Sydney,
COMMUNITY SERVICES
Melbourne and Brisbane campuses.
Workload
(CASE MANAGEMENT)
ACAP recommends a minimum of 12-15 hours of study per week, per
unit, consisting of:
• Three to six hours of coursework, whether as on-campus class
attendance or via online study
This course provides the skills and knowledge • Three to five hours of interactive online activities, such as online
essential to undertake case management in the forums and Flexible Learning Toolbox tasks
Community Services industry. You will use your skills • Three to four hours of self-directed study and assessment preparation
and knowledge to develop relationships with clients, Assessment
co-ordinate services for your clients, network with Depending on the unit, assessments may consist of: direct
other agencies and services, support your team in observation of your skills, usually in work placement or in a simulated
work health and safety and ethical conduct. work environment on-campus or online; portfolio of evidence
gathered from your work placement; reports from supervisors or
ACAP offers students optional on-campus support other professional workers; work based reports; critical reflections;
for specific units in this course. Many providers do role-playing; video projects; written reports and knowledge based
UNDERGRADUATE
quizzes.
not offer this optional support, though at ACAP we
believe the support can make a huge difference to Units
your learning experience. A typical course of study may include the following units:
• Communicate and Work in Health or Community Services
Overview • Manage Work Health and Safety
• Reflect on and Improve Own Professional Practice
Availability • Manage Legal and Ethical Compliance
• Apply Specialist Interpersonal and Counselling Interview Skills
• Online delivery
• Analyse Impacts of Sociological Factors on Clients in Community
• Blended delivery in Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane
Work and Services
Units of Competency • Manage and Promote Diversity
16 • Assess co-existing needs
• Develop, Facilitate and Review All Aspects of Case Management
Duration*
• Develop Workplace Communication Strategies
One year full-time or part-time equivalent
• Work with People with Mental Health Issues
Admission Criteria • Facilitate the Recovery Process with the Person, Family and Carers
Coordinate Complex Case Requirement
Meet one of the following requirements:
• Undertake Case Management in a Child Protection Framework
• Completion of a Certificate IV or above (or equivalent); or Develop and Implement Service Programs
• Completion of a Senior Secondary Certificate of Education (or • Facilitate Workplace Debriefing and Supporting Processes
equivalent); or
This course contains 16 units of competency, all needing successful
• Completion of the Core Skills Profile for Adults
completion in order to gain the qualification.
(CSPA) at exit level 3 of the Australian Core Skills
Framework (ACSF) in both literacy and numeracy Student Placements
Study requirements All students will be required to undertake work placement for 120
This course requires regular access to a computer and the hours across the duration of the course, commencing after
internet. Some assessment tasks require students to video record completion of the first five units of the course.
an interview, demonstrate skills or conduct a client session. Prior to the commencement of placement students are required to
complete a Working with Children Check and a National Criminal
POSTGRADUATE
Record Check.
Job prospects
The Diploma of Community Services (Case Management)
Fees
provides graduates with skills relevant across key areas of the VET Student Loans (VSL) may be available for this course if eligibility
Community Services industry. Typical employment outcomes criteria are met. For more information on fees and VSL eligibility see
include case manager, support worker, care co-ordinator, page 31. Visit the ACAP website to view the VET student entry procedure.
support facilitator, residential housing support worker, mental
health support worker, aged care/disability support worker and Further study
out of home care worker. Graduates of the CHC52015 Diploma of Community Services (Case
Management) can apply for admission into a number of ACAP’s
undergraduate degree courses and receive specified subject credits.
Information correct at July 2020 and may be subject to change. Visit acap.edu.au for details. *Maximum course duration applies.12
Counselling
DIPLOMA OF
Workload
ACAP recommends an average of 9-11 hours of study per unit, per
week, made up of:
COUNSELLING SKILLS • Six hours per week of self-directed study, assessment preparation,
general research and reading, plus
For on-campus delivery:
• One three-hour class
This higher education diploma course provides
For blended delivery:
an introduction to the field of counselling with an
• Two hours of live online classes (fortnightly)
emphasis on counselling skills, an understanding • Two day on-campus workshop
of the mental health system, and skills required
For online delivery:
to provide social and health support within the • 1 hour weekly interactive tutorials, recorded lectures and online
community. The course covers foundational theories activities/interaction
of counselling, counselling techniques, organisation’s
policies and procedures, and professional ethics. Units
This course contains the following units:
• Professional Reflection and Self-Care
Overview • Mental Health and Wellness
• Professions in Society
Availability
• Sustainability in the Helping Professions
• On-campus in Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne and Perth
• Application in Context
• Online delivery (specific units only)
• Counselling Skills Training 1
• Blended delivery
• Counselling Theory
Units • Trauma Informed Counselling Practice 1
8 See acap.edu.au for the full list of units.
Duration* Assessment
One year full-time or part-time equivalent Assessment types vary for each unit and may consist of reports,
formal essays, critical reflections, group work, practice sessions.
Admission Criteria Units will involve formative assessments, and the submission of two
• Participate in a screening interview (online or by phone); and summative assessments.
• Completion of a Senior Secondary Certificate of Education (or
equivalent); or Further study
• Completion of a Certificate IV or above (or equivalent); or Graduates of the Diploma of Counselling Skills can apply for admission
• Admission to an undergraduate degree at an Australian into the Bachelor of Social Work, Bachelor of Psychological Science
University (or equivalent); or and Counselling, or Bachelor of Counselling.
• Be 21 years or above at the date of commencement Note that the eight units listed above are identical to the first eight
(applicable for mature age applicants) units of the Bachelor of Counselling.
FEE-HELP available
See page 31 for details
AQF Level
5
Job prospects
Graduates can take their first step towards a career in
counselling, applying skills that suit a range of occupations
and settings.
Information correct at January 2020 and may be subject to change. Visit acap.edu.au for details. *Maximum course duration applies.13
Counselling
BACHELOR OF
Workload
VET
ACAP recommends an average of 9-11 hours of study per unit, per
week, made up of:
COUNSELLING
• Two hours of online activities and interaction with your teacher
and fellow students
• Six hours per week of self-directed study, assessment preparation,
general research and reading
The Bachelor of Counselling provides a • Two day on-campus workshop, plus
comprehensive grounding in counselling frameworks For on-campus delivery:
and skills, ethical practice and cultural diversity. The • One three-hour class
course provides entry-level counselling training with For blended delivery:
• Two hours of live online classes (fortnightly)
a strong focus on contemporary techniques,
For online delivery:
counselling and psychology theory, research • 1 hour weekly interactive tutorials, recorded lectures and online
and practice. activities/interaction
Units
Overview A typical course of study may include the following first year units:
• Professional Reflection and Self-Care
Availability • Mental Health and Wellness
• On-campus in Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne and Perth • Counselling Skills Training 1
UNDERGRADUATE
• Blended delivery • Professions in Society
• Online delivery (specific units only) • Counselling Theory
Mandatory on-campus workshops are a component of this course • Application in Context
• Trauma Informed Counselling Practice 1
Units • Sustainability in the Helping Professions
24 See acap.edu.au for the full list of units.
Duration* Assessment
Three years full-time or part-time equivalent Assessment types vary for each unit and may include reports,
formal essays, critical reflections, group work, practice sessions
Admission Criteria and supervised work placements.
• Participate in a screening interview (online or by phone); and
Volunteering and Placement
• Completion of a Senior Secondary Certificate of Education (or
From Trimester 1 2020, new students enrolled in the Bachelor of
equivalent); or
Counselling, and Bachelor of Psychological Science & Counselling
• Completion of a Certificate IV or above (or equivalent); or courses, are required to undertake volunteering as a mandatory part of
• Admission to an undergraduate degree at an Australian their course requirements.
University (or equivalent); or Bachelor of Counselling students must complete 90 hours of
• Be 21 years or above at the date of commencement volunteering. These volunteering hours must be completed prior to
(applicable for mature age applicants) commencing the 200-hour student placement.
It is a condition of progression in this course that students For more information please visit acap.edu.au/current-students/
complete a police record check in their first trimester of managing-my-course/volunteering-opportunities
enrolment. Further study
Graduates of the Bachelor of Counselling are eligible for direct entry
FEE-HELP available into the Master of Counselling and Psychotherapy or Master of
See page 31 for details Social Work (Qualifying).
AQF Level Interested in Coaching?
7 You can undertake the International Coach Federation (ICF) accredited
units available in this course to focus your studies on coaching.
Job prospects Professional recognition
POSTGRADUATE
Graduates of the Bachelor of Counselling will be well-equipped This course is fully accredited by the Psychotherapy and
to provide professional counselling services relating to Counselling Federation of Australia (PACFA) and the Australian
bereavement and loss, alcohol and other drugs abuse, mental Counselling Association (ACA). The coaching units in this course
health, family and relationships, and general counselling. are accredited by the International Coach Federation (ICF).
Counsellors are employed across the sectors of Health Care and
Social Assistance, Education and Training, Public Administration
and Safety, and Administrative and Support Services.
Accredited Course
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Social Work
BACHELOR OF
Workload
i) General Study (Non-placement units)
SOCIAL WORK
ACAP recommends an average of nine hours of study per unit, per
week, made up of:
• One three-hour class
• Six hours per week of self-directed study, assessment
ACAP’s Bachelor of Social Work is designed for preparation, general research and reading
those who want to make a real difference in the lives ii) Placement Units:
of others. The course equips graduates with the Students have two field education placements totalling 1000 hours.
practical skills and academic knowledge needed For Field Education 1 and Field Education 2 an average of 49–60
hours is recommended per fortnight. This is made up of:
for entry-level professional practice.
• On average between three to four days per week for 16–22 weeks
in a placement agency
Overview • Two hours of practice-theory integration seminars (fortnightly)
• In addition, one hour is recommended for portfolio and assessment
Availability preparation per week
• On-campus in Sydney
Units
Units A typical course of study may include the following first year units:
28 • Introduction to Human Services
Duration* • Introduction to Contemporary Society
• Mental Health and Wellness
Four years full-time or part-time equivalent
• Lifespan Development
Admission Criteria • Social Work Theories
• Participate in a screening interview (online or by phone); and • Professional Practice 1
• Completion of a Senior Secondary Certificate of Education (or • Social Work Theory and Practice (Case Management and Program
equivalent); or Development)
• Completion of a Certificate IV or above (or equivalent); or • Government, Public Policy and Civil Society
• Admission to an undergraduate degree at an Australian See acap.edu.au for the full list of units.
University (or equivalent); or
• Be 21 years or above at the date of commencement Further study
(applicable for mature age applicants) A Bachelor of Social Work (Honours) is available for meritorious
students in the fourth year of their studies. Students who initially enrol
FEE-HELP available in the Bachelor of Social Work and wish to exit early can do so on
See page 31 for details completion of the first two years, graduating with an Associate
Degree of Human Services.
AQF Level Bachelor of Social Work graduates may be eligible for entry into the
7 Master of Social Work (see page 28). Bachelor of Social Work (Honours)
graduates can pathway into postgraduate research degrees external
to studying at ACAP, such as a PhD or Professional Doctorate.
Job prospects
Opportunities for Bachelor of Social Work graduates range Professional recognition
across the health and welfare fields of human services, small ACAP’s Bachelor of Social Work and Bachelor
community-based programs and services, selected government of Social Work (Honours) programs have been
departments, non-governmental organisations, health and provisionally accredited by the Australian
mental health, community practice, women and migrant Social Work Education and Accreditation
services, child and family services, and corrections and justice. Standards (ASWEAS), as entry level social
work qualification graduates are eligible for
membership with the AASW.
Assessment
Assessment types vary for each unit and include essays, literature
reviews, student-based projects, group presentations, practice
videos, role playing and case studies.
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Psychology
BACHELOR OF
Workload
VET
ACAP recommends an average of 10 hours of study per unit, per
week, made up of:
PSYCHOLOGICAL • Four hours of classes
• Six hours of self-directed study, assessment preparation, general
SCIENCE
research and reading
Units
A typical course of study may include the following first year units:
The Bachelor of Psychological Science provides the first • Introduction to Psychology: Biology, Learning and Cognition
• Introduction to Psychology: The Individual, Society and Culture
step in preparing you for a career in psychology. To help
• Psychology: An Evidence-Based Approach 1
put theory into practical context, the course includes • Electives
electives from ACAP’s applied psychology subjects
See acap.edu.au for the full list of units.
in counselling.
Assessment
Most units involve the submission of two assignments and an exam.
Overview
Criminology major stream
Availability
Bachelor of Psychological Science students have the option to
• On-campus in Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne and Perth
UNDERGRADUATE
complete a major stream in Criminology. This requires successful
• Blended delivery completion of 11 criminology units, including one elective, in addition
• Online delivery (specific units only) to the psychology units.
Units The major stream units cover various aspects of criminal justice, as
24 well as cultural diversity, ethics, theoretical and applied criminology,
transnational crime, Indigenous justice and mental health. The
Duration* elective can be chosen from international criminal justice, youth
Three years full-time or part-time equivalent justice or forensic psychology. Also see the Bachelor of Psychological
Science and Criminology, on page 18.
Note: This course can be completed in two years full-time, by
taking four units each trimester Further study
Graduates are eligible for direct entry into the Master of Social Work
Admission Criteria (Qualifying), and Master of Counselling and Psychotherapy.
• Participate in a screening interview (online or by phone); and Depending on grades, a graduate may enter fourth year psychology
• Completion of a Senior Secondary Certificate of Education (or programs such as the Bachelor of Psychological Science (Honours),
equivalent); or or Master of Social Work (Qualifying), or graduate-entry degrees in
• Completion of a Certificate IV or above (or equivalent); or areas such as health sciences, community services, business and
• Admission to an undergraduate degree at an Australian accounting and policy.
University (or equivalent); or
• Be 21 years or above at the date of commencement Professional recognition
(applicable for mature age applicants) This course is accredited without conditions
by the Australian Psychology Accreditation
FEE-HELP available Council (APAC) in Sydney and Melbourne. This
See page 31 for details course is accredited with conditions in Brisbane.
AQF Level
7
Job prospects
Opportunities for graduates of the Bachelor of Psychological
POSTGRADUATE
Science include roles in ageing, community, counselling,
criminal justice, mental health, disability, employment,
government, health, welfare, immigration and youth services.
In the non-government sector, the degree is applicable to
positions in human resources, recruitment, social and market
research and training.
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Psychology
BACHELOR OF
Workload
For each eight credit point unit ACAP recommends an average of
12 hours of study per week, made up of:
PSYCHOLOGICAL • attending three to six hours of on-campus classes per week
(variable, depending on trimester), and
SCIENCE (HONOURS)
• at least nine hours of self-directed study for the coursework units,
and twelve for the research units (1 hour supervision and 11 of
independent study)
Units
The Bachelor of Psychological Science (Honours) is a A typical course of study may include the following units:
one-year degree providing a fourth year of accredited • Psychology: An Evidence-Based Approach
study in psychology. It suits those who have already • Advanced Psychological Assessment
completed an accredited three-year sequence of • Advanced Topics in Psychology
study wishing to continue training towards registration • Honours Thesis A, B & C
as a psychologist in Australia. See acap.edu.au for the full list of units.
Assessment
Overview Coursework units may require submission of one or two formal pieces
of written assessment, quizzes, and/or an exam. Students will also
Availability prepare a 12,000 word thesis.
• On-campus in Sydney and Melbourne
Further study
Units Graduates are qualified to apply for further study in psychology and
6
for provisional registration as a psychologist. They may be eligible to
Duration* apply for postgraduate study in psychology at the masters (such as
ACAP’s Master of Psychology [Clinical]) or doctoral levels, one year of
One year full-time or part-time equivalent postgraduate study followed by one year of supervised practice (such
as ACAP’s Graduate Diploma of Professional Psychology) or two
Admission Criteria years of supervised practice. Each of these pathways leads to full
Meet both of the following criteria: registration as a psychologist. Alternatively, graduates may choose to
• Completed an Australian Psychology Accreditation Council pursue a range of job prospects in the government or private sectors.
(APAC) accredited three year psychology sequence within
the last 10 years; and Professional recognition
• Achieved at least a credit average in second and third year This course is accredited by the Australian
units, including a credit in the majority of psychology units Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC), the
body that sets the standards for psychology
FEE-HELP available education in Australia.
See page 31 for details
AQF Level
8
Job prospects
This course is relevant for employment in areas such as health
and social welfare, social or market research, human services,
mental health, disability and ageing services, juvenile justice,
immigration and refugee support services.
Graduates seeking a career in business are qualified for roles
in human resources, training, marketing or management at
consulting firms, market research companies, recruitment
firms, test development corporations, community based
organisations, government departments and agencies, non-
government organisations, hospitals, rehabilitation agencies,
substance abuse services, youth services, the police force, law
courts and prisons and counselling services.
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Counselling Psychology
BACHELOR OF
Workload
VET
ACAP recommends an average of 10 hours of study per unit, per
week, made up of:
PSYCHOLOGICAL SCIENCE • Up to four hours of classes
• Six hours of self-directed study, assessment preparation, general
research and reading
AND COUNSELLING Units
A typical course of study may include the following first year units:
• Psychology: An Evidence-Based Approach 1
Psychology and counselling complement and overlap • Introduction to Psychology: The Individual, Society & Culture
each other in theoretical and practical knowledge. • Introduction to Psychology: Biology, Learning & Cognition
This double major combines the strengths of each • Professions in Society
discipline, providing benefits to graduates in • Sustainability in the Helping Professions
knowledge and career outcomes as they will have • Application in Context
further study and/or employment options related to • Counselling Skills Training 1
both psychology and counselling. • Counselling Theory
See acap.edu.au for the full list of units.
Overview Assessment
Most psychology units involve the submission of two assignments and
Availability
UNDERGRADUATE
an exam. Most counselling units involve two or three pieces of
• On-campus in Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne and Perth assessment. These assessments may include reports and written
• Blended delivery assignments, critical reflection, group work, practice counselling
• Online delivery (specific units only) sessions and supervised work placements.
Mandatory on-campus workshops are a component of this course
Major streams
Units The psychology curriculum focus is on the core areas of the
24 discipline, specifically the major theoretical positions, the scientific
bases of the discipline, and the methods and analyses behind its
Duration* scientific approach. Students engage with laboratory work from the
Three years full-time or part-time equivalent first year of study.
The counselling major is underpinned by current knowledge, theoretical
Admission Criteria concepts and best practices, specifically in areas relating to therapeutic
• Participate in a screening interview (online or by phone); and change, clinical skills, grief and loss, and trauma-informed practice.
• Completion of a Senior Secondary Certificate of Education (or
equivalent); or
Volunteering
From Trimester 1 2020, new students enrolled in the Bachelor of
• Completion of a Certificate IV or above (or equivalent); or
Counselling, and Bachelor of Psychological Science and Counselling
• Admission to an undergraduate degree at an Australian courses, are required to undertake volunteering as a mandatory part
University (or equivalent); or of their course requirements.
• Be 21 years or above at the date of commencement Bachelor of Psychological Science and Counselling students must
(applicable for mature age applicants) complete 140 hours of volunteering. These volunteering hours must
It is a condition of progression in this course that students be completed prior to commencing the 200-hour student placement.
complete a police record check in their first trimester of enrolment. For more information please visit acap.edu.au/current-students/
managing-my-course/volunteering-opportunities
FEE-HELP available
See page 31 for details Further study
Graduates may apply for the Bachelor of Psychological Sciences
AQF Level (Honours) program as well as postgraduate degrees offered by the
7 disciplines of Counselling and Social Work, such as the Master of
Counselling and Psychotherapy, and Master of Social Work (Qualifying).
To become a registered psychologist, a fourth year of study, for
instance the Bachelor of Psychological Science (Honours), is essential.
Job prospects
POSTGRADUATE
A psychology degree is valued by employers in the marketing,
sales, advertising, justice and education sectors for its emphasis Professional recognition
on critical and creative thinking, understanding human behaviour, This course is accredited without conditions
and skills in communication and analysis. Counsellors provide by the Australian Psychology Accreditation
services relating to bereavement and loss, alcohol and other Council (APAC) in Sydney and Melbourne. This
drugs abuse, mental health, family and relationships, and course is accredited with conditions in Brisbane.
general counselling. At the time of printing this course was
A selection of applicable entry-level jobs for graduates of this undergoing the usual re-accreditation cycle
degree include: Support worker, Telephone Counsellor, Youth with the Psychotherapy and Counselling
worker or Welfare Worker Federation of Australia (PACFA).
Accredited Course
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Criminology Psychology
BACHELOR OF
Workload
ACAP recommends an average of 10 hours of study per unit, per
week, made up of:
PSYCHOLOGICAL SCIENCE • Up to four hours of classes
• At least six hours of self-directed study, assessment
AND CRIMINOLOGY
preparation, general research and reading
Units
A typical course of study may include the following first year units:
This double major program comprises units from • Psychology: An Evidence-Based Approach 1
the ACAP disciplines of Psychological Sciences • Introduction to Psychology: The Individual, Society & Culture
and Criminology. The course increases graduates’ • Introduction to Psychology: Biology, Learning & Cognition
• Criminal Justice
employment and further study opportunities in
• Cultural Diversity
careers and postgraduate studies related to both • Drugs and Crime
psychology and criminology. • Fundamentals of Law
• Theoretical Criminology
Overview See acap.edu.au for the full list of units.
Availability Assessment
• On-campus in Melbourne Most units involve the submission of two assignments and an exam.
• Psychology units on-campus in Sydney, Brisbane and Perth
with Criminology units studied online Major streams
• Online delivery The psychology major provides a comprehensive education in the
theories and models underpinning the critical and analytical thinking,
Units research methodology, design and analysis necessary for conducting
24 and evaluating psychological research. The psychology major also
introduces students to the applications of psychological theory.
Duration* The criminology major is concerned with approaches to criminal
Three years full-time or part-time equivalent. behaviour, the causes of crime, crime prevention, and responses to
Note: This course can be completed in two years full-time, by crime. The coverage of sociology in this major stream exposes
taking four units each trimester students to the wider context in which criminal behaviour takes place
and the role society plays in shaping crime and the criminal.
Admission Criteria
Further study
• Participate in a screening interview (online or by phone); and
Depending on grades, graduates may apply for the Bachelor of
• Completion of a Senior Secondary Certificate of Education (or
Psychological Science (Honours) program as well as postgraduate
equivalent); or
degrees offered by the disciplines of Counselling and Social Work,
• Completion of a Certificate IV or above (or equivalent); or such as the Master of Counselling and Psychotherapy, and Master of
• Admission to an undergraduate degree at an Australian Social Work (Qualifying). Graduates will also be eligible for further
University (or equivalent); or study in criminology. Other pathways include occupational therapy
• Be 21 years or above at the date of commencement and rehabilitation counselling. To become a registered psychologist,
(applicable for mature age applicants) a fourth year of study, for instance the Bachelor of Psychological
Science (Honours), is essential.
FEE-HELP available
See page 31 for details Professional recognition
AQF Level This course is accredited without conditions by
the Australian Psychology Accreditation
7 Council (APAC) in Sydney and Melbourne. This
course is accredited with conditions in Brisbane.
Job prospects
Employment opportunities include jobs in the following sectors:
• Education • Youth justice
• Health and social welfare • Case management
• Social policy and research • Community corrections
• Market research • Correctional facilities
• Human services, including • Immigration and refugee
disability, ageing, mental health support services
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Criminology
Psychology
ASSOCIATE DEGREE OF
Who should apply?
VET
This course suits:
CRIMINAL JUSTICE
• School leavers and mature-aged students who wish to pursue a
career in criminal justice or a related field; and
• Those in occupations related to criminal justice and
similar professions who wish to enhance their knowledge,
professional capabilities and career prospects.
The Associate Degree examines criminal behaviour,
its various causes, and how the criminal justice Workload
system responds to crime. It requires successful An average of nine hours of study per week for each unit is
completion of the first four trimesters of the six- recommended, comprising lecture and tutorial attendance,
assessment preparation, general research and reading, and self-
trimester Bachelor of Criminology and Justice (see guided study. Generally, students with a full-time on-campus study
page 20). With full-time enrolment, the Associate load can expect to attend classes three days per week.
Degree of Criminal Justice is completed in 16 months.
Assessment
You will be assessed using a number of methods, including essays,
Overview reports, debates and quizzes.
Availability Units
• On-campus in Melbourne A typical course of study may include the following first year units:
UNDERGRADUATE
• Online delivery • Foundations of Justice
• Criminal Justice
Units • Cultural Diversity
16
• Introduction to Psychology
Duration* • Drugs and Crime
Four trimesters (16 months of full-time study) or part-time equivalent • Ethics
• Fundamentals of Law
Admission Criteria • Theoretical Criminology
• Participate in a screening interview (online or by phone); and
• Completion of a Senior Secondary Certificate of Education (or
equivalent); or
• Completion of a Certificate IV or above (or equivalent); or
• Admission to an undergraduate degree at an Australian
University (or equivalent); or
• Be 21 years or above at the date of commencement
(applicable for mature age applicants)
FEE-HELP available
See page 31 for details
AQF Level
6
Job prospects
Graduates are equipped for entry-level roles in law enforcement,
paralegal work, court registrarship, correctional services,
including prisons and community corrections and youth justice.
POSTGRADUATE
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