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VET AND UNDERGRADUATE STUDENT GUIDE 2015/16 Domestic Students
ACAP VET and UG Domestic Student Guide 2015/16
Welcome to ACAP
ACAP provides courses in applied psychology
and related fields. Our key program areas are:
• Case Management
• Coaching
• Counselling
• Psychology
• Social Science
• Social Work
Read on to find out more about studying at ACAP.
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WELCOME
ENRICHING LIVES
TO UNLOCK
OPPORTUNITIES
By 2020, ACAP will be recognised and trusted as a leading tertiary education institution
in applied psychology and related fields throughout Australia and the region.
Message from the Principal
and Executive General Manager,
Navitas Professional Institute Pty Ltd
Welcome to the Australian College of Applied a counsellor, psychologist, case worker or social
Psychology (ACAP). For 30 years, we have been worker, our aim is to produce graduates who can
teaching applied psychology and helping to take the skills they learn at ACAP and apply them
prepare our students to change lives – to make immediately in the workforce.
a difference.
You can choose to study on campus at one of our
Our team of experienced academics and industry centrally located city campuses, by online delivery
professionals are committed to delivering a or both. Whichever you choose, our support team
practical learning environment and the latest in will provide you with the necessary academic and
work practices and industry developments. personal support throughout your studies to
We provide a distinctive educational experience achieve your goals.
based on hands‑on learning. Our philosophy is
simple: The best way for you to learn about I look forward to welcoming you to ACAP.
human interaction is to interact. Andrew Little
Principal and Executive General Manager,
Whether you want to build more effective
Navitas Professional Institute Pty Ltd
communication and team management skills,
or get the qualifications you need to practise as
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Why choose ACAP?
ACAP offers a unique approach to learning that Assessment types vary with each course
and some units include examinations.
encourages you to develop your communication and However, the majority of assessments
relationship building abilities. We support you as you mirror examples from professional practice,
such as reports and written assignments,
learn the skills needed to make a real difference in a critical reflections, group work, role-plays,
diverse range of careers. laboratory experience and supervised
work placements (Student Placement).
Study where and when You will be taught by qualified academics Practise your skills while you
it suits you* and teaching staff who are also practicing study and graduate work ready
professionals with extensive industry The Bachelor of Applied Social Science,
• We have campuses in Adelaide,
experience, a thorough knowledge of their Bachelor of Counselling, Bachelor of
Brisbane, Melbourne and Sydney.
disciplines and an understanding of the Counselling (Coaching) and Bachelor of
• Study on campus, online or by latest work practices. Social Work include Student Placements,
blended delivery.
which are unpaid work placements in
• Combine different study modes to suit Small classes and organisations related to your study.
your lifestyle. interactive learning Placements allow you to practise your skills
• Start your course at any of our three Our small classes, group discussions, in a work environment, meet professionals
trimester start dates. simulations and role-play activities allow working in the industry and build valuable
you to really get to know your fellow experience and referees to add to your
To find out which courses are offered
students and teaching staff. Some resumé – before you graduate. Therefore,
on each campus and in what study
disciplines include lectures. The classes you graduate with the skills and experience
modes, go to the course information
emphasise interaction of staff and students, needed to help start your career.
on pages 10–25. To see our current
trimester start dates, please visit the exchange of ideas and experience and
acap.edu.au/current-students/key-dates. play a key role in helping you achieve your
personal and professional goals.
Our expertise
Varied assessment strategies
ACAP has over 30 years of experience in
teaching applied psychology with specialist Assessments give you an opportunity
courses in counselling, psychology, to demonstrate your learning and
coaching, social work and social science. receive feedback on your progress.
FAST FACTS
• The Australian College of
Applied Psychology (ACAP) has
been in operation for over
30 years and is a leader in
applied psychology education.
• ACAP has over 5,500 students
studying at our four campuses
in Adelaide, Brisbane,
Melbourne and Sydney,
online delivery or by
blended delivery.
• Since 2007, ACAP has been a
UNICEF Corporate Champion
for Children.
• We contribute to UNICEF’s
development programs in over
150 countries and territories.
* Not all courses are available on all campuses and in all delivery modes or trimesters. For further information,
visit acap.edu.au
WHAT DOES ACAP OFFER?
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What does ACAP offer?
ACAP programs are built on a core foundation of Coaching
applied psychology – which covers what motivates Modern challenges such as achieving
your full potential or balancing work and
human behaviour, and how you can communicate life, have led to a huge growth in life
with and support people in any setting. coaching, executive coaching, personal
coaching and performance coaching.
This emerging field draws on positive
psychology theories. As a graduate of
Counselling support services. Some graduates continue
our Bachelor of Counselling (Coaching),
Practice in this profession requires in-depth their studies in psychology with the aim
you can support others in achieving their
training to integrate theory and practice. of becoming registered psychologists
short and long-term goals by developing a
The work may be short term or long term, and others undertake further specialist
positive approach to all areas of their lives.
depending on the nature of the difficulties, study for careers in diverse areas such
and may involve working with individuals, as allied health, teaching and business.
Social Science
couples, families or groups. Counsellors Our higher education psychology degree
take into account the cultural and socio- The discipline of social science is about
has conditional accreditation by the
political context in which the client lives understanding what drives modern society.
Australian Psychology Accreditation
and how these factors affect the presenting Our Bachelor of Applied Social Science
Council (APAC). This provides graduates
problem. Professional practitioners value and Associate Degree of Applied Social
of these courses with certainty that
such differences and avoid discrimination Science are specifically designed to
these course qualifications meet
on the basis of these aspects of identity. equip graduates with the knowledge and
the training standards of APAC.
experience to make their way in careers
Our Diploma of Counselling is offered to that shape our society on individual,
those students wanting to work in the Case Management local, regional, national and international
Community Services Industry utilising The study of case management levels. We focus on developing practical
their counselling skills as support workers enables students to learn an approach skills in critical thinking and problem
across a number of key target areas to service delivery that focuses on solving and also provide workplace
including drug and alcohol, mental health identifying the needs of the client, experience so that you graduate not
and phone counselling services. Further and then designing and implementing only well qualified, but work ready.
work can be undertaken in generalist strategies aimed at meeting those
community based organisations such needs. The case management approach Social Work
as refuges and multicultural/migrant is underpinned by comprehensive
Social work is a professional, practical
services working in a case management assessment, client-centred action plans
and academic discipline underpinned
framework. This course provides strong and individualised service delivery so
by principles of human rights, collective
foundation skills for transitioning to higher that clients are treated holistically.
responsibility and social justice. Social
education qualifications within ACAP.
The goal is to empower the client and workers assess the needs of individuals,
Our Bachelor of Counselling and Bachelor ensure that they are involved in all aspects families and groups, assisting and
of Counselling (Coaching) courses are of the planning and service arrangement. empowering them to develop and use
accredited by PACFA, the Psychotherapy the skills needed to resolve social and
and Counselling Federation of Australia. Our nationally recognised qualification other problems, and to foster human
This ensures that when you graduate you is designed to equip you with the skills wellbeing. Social work is a complex and
have recognition and credibility within required to work in case management nuanced discipline which is thoroughly
the counselling profession as well as the roles in the community services sector. grounded in the client’s context and
skills needed to work as a counsellor, their place in the wider community.
or in a counselling-related field.
Psychology
Psychology is the scientific study of the
human mind and behaviour. The knowledge
base of psychology is developed through
creating and testing theories about
what determines how people think,
feel and behave at an individual, group,
organisational and community level.
Psychology graduates build careers in
areas where a knowledge of psychology
and well‑developed research and writing
skills are valued such as health and social
welfare, social policy and research, market
research, human services, disability and
ageing, mental health services, juvenile
justice and immigration, and refugee
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ACAP campuses
ACAP has four city campuses in Adelaide, Brisbane,
Melbourne and Sydney. Each campus offers a unique
experience while delivering the same course content and
quality teaching. You can also combine your on-campus
learning with studying online or by blended delivery.
Each of our four campuses is in the heart Brisbane
of the city, easily accessible via public Our Brisbane campus is in the centre
transport and just a short walk from parks, of the CBD, just five minutes’ walk from
cafés and shopping districts. the Brisbane River so you can enjoy the
relaxed, sunny lifestyle Brisbane has
Adelaide to offer.
Our Adelaide campus is just minutes from Sydney
Adelaide’s premier shopping, dining and Melbourne Our Sydney campus is located in the
entertainment venues. Melbourne campus is near Chinatown in the centre of the city, at Wynyard Green,
centre of cosmopolitan Melbourne’s CBD. and is the largest of our four campuses.
ADELAIDE CAMPUS BRISBANE CAMPUS
Level 5, 16–20 Coglin Street, Adelaide SA 5000 Ground Floor, East Tower, 410 Ann Street, Brisbane QLD 4000
MELBOURNE CAMPUS SYDNEY CAMPUS
Level 10, 123 Lonsdale Street, Melbourne VIC 3000 Level 5, 11 York Street, Sydney NSW 2000
* Not all courses are available on all campuses and in all delivery modes or trimesters. For further information, visit acap.edu.au
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STUDYING AT ACAP
Studying at ACAP
At ACAP, you can study on campus, online or by blended Online class spaces
delivery. Regardless of the mode of delivery, our units and ACAP’s online class spaces are central for
all students who study at ACAP, whether
modules use the same curriculum and trimester structure. they study online, on campus or by
blended delivery. The class space is the
place where students connect with each
On-campus study activities and completing assessments. other and their teacher through tools such
On-campus study typically requires a total Your teacher for each unit or module will as discussion forums, live chat and web
of three hours per week of classes for each guide the class by introducing content, conferencing. All materials are available in
module or unit. This may be one three asking for your thoughts and insights the online class space including readings
hour class, or a combination of lecture and and sequencing and pacing activities and written content, video lectures and
tutorial formats. So, if you are taking three throughout the trimester. For some courses presentations, activities and instructions.
units or modules you will spend nine hours if you are undertaking all or part of your Most assessments are submitted through
in classes per week. Classes are held in course by online delivery you may be the online class space and feedback and
the morning, afternoon and evenings, with required to attend the relevant workshops grades are also located here.
some weekend classes. at an ACAP campus. For further information
see pages 10–25. Technology required
Each campus may run classes at different
All ACAP students need to have ready
days and times and not all units or modules Blended delivery access to high-speed internet and an
are available at all times on all campuses.
Some courses are delivered by a ‘blend’ of understanding of how to use the web and
In addition to attending classes, on-campus
online and on-campus learning. Throughout email in order to study at the College.
students have access to their online class
the trimester, students in blended Familiarity with word processing programs
space, where they can access resources,
delivery units and modules are required such as Microsoft Word is also required for
submit assessment and receive feedback
to undertake activities, assessment, preparing and submitting assignments.
and marks. Some on-campus components
and self-study through the online class
are compulsory. More information can be
space as well as attend on-campus class Custom made study options
found on course information pages 10–25.
sessions, which are programmed at
We understand you have other
relevant times throughout the trimester.
Studying online For example, some blended delivery units
commitments outside of study, so you
can choose your campus and class times,
Studying online offers maximum flexibility and modules may require students to
and you can also mix and match your
and is best suited to students who are attend a day workshop once per month or
study modes — subject to availability by
self-motivated and/or are unable to a class session a few times in the trimester.
course. You can choose your mode of
attend on-campus classes on a regular Dates for on-campus components are
study for each unit or modules (subject
basis. If studying online, you will be available in advance so students can plan
to availability) at the beginning of each
allocated into an online class with a their commitments around attendance
trimester, but once enrolled you must
dedicated teacher, the same as if you requirements. Each course may have
complete each unit or modules in the mode
were studying face-to-face. You will need different on-campus requirements and
in which you commenced that trimester.
to devote the same number of hours per specific information is available on
week to reading the course material, pages 10–25.
contributing to group discussions and
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Gain experience while you study
ACAP offers you the chance to work while you study • Carers NSW
so that you graduate with valuable and practical experience. • CatholicCare
• Centacare Family Services
• Department of Communities,
What is a Student Placement? For some of our students, their placement Child Safety and Disability Services
A Student Placement is a period of unpaid leads to permanent employment with the • Department of Family and
work experience and is designed to give organisation in which they complete their Community Services (FACS)
you a good overview of the different types placement. Student Placements can help
• DepressioNet
of work available in your chosen field. you to:
• Enough is Enough
• identify where you would like to work
• Equity Research
ACAP courses that have a • increase your confidence and your skills
Student Placement • Initiatives of Change
• put the theory you have learned
• Bachelor of Applied Social Science into practice • Jesuit Social Services
• Bachelor of Counselling • network with industry professionals • Lee Hecht Harrison Career Coaching
• Bachelor of Counselling (Coaching) • gain experience in your chosen field. • Lifeline
• Bachelor of Social Work • Mission Australia
Choosing a Student Placement • Odyssey House
Why is a Student that suits you • Paradise Kids
Placement important? ACAP has links with over 600 organisations • Quest for Life
It gives you the opportunity to develop a across Australia, giving you an opportunity
to choose a workplace that matches your • Relationships Australia
real understanding of the industry in which
personal and professional interests. Below • Salvos Care Line
you want to work. It also lets you take your
learning in the classroom and apply it to is a list of some of the organisations where • Wesley Mission
real situations. This means you have the our students have undertaken placements:
• YWCA
opportunity to start making a difference in • Barnardos Australia
people’s lives by applying the skills you are • Blackdog Institute
learning while you’re still studying.
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OUR STAFF
Meet our Heads of School
Our teaching staff share our commitment to practical Carolyn is an active contributor to the
social work field on a regional, national and
learning and the idea that to develop effective international level. She is a member of the
communication and relationship skills you need Australian Association of Social Workers
(AASW), Australian Council of Heads of
to put them into practice. Schools of Social Work (ACHSSW),
Australia & New Zealand Schools of Social
Work & Welfare Education & Research
Professor Mike Innes Ione is also an active contributor to the (ANZSWWER) and Asian and Pacific
Professor Mike Innes is ACAP’s Head Australian counselling and psychotherapy Association for Social Work Education
of School of Psychological Sciences. community through her role as Director of (APASWE). Additionally, she is the co-chair
Over his extensive career Mike has taught the Australian Register of Counsellors and of the International Association of Schools
across the world in universities in the Psychotherapists (ARCAP). Ione is also a of Social Work (IASSW) publications
United States and United Kingdom serving member of the Australian Association of committee and the executive editor of
as Associate Professor in the Department Social Workers (AASW), the Society of the IASSW Social Dialogue magazine
of Psychology at the University of Adelaide, Counselling and Psychotherapy (social-dialogue.com).
Professor and Head of School of Educators (SCAPE) and past President
Psychology and Sociology at James Cook of the Psychotherapy and Counselling Ms Catherine Tracey
University, Dean of Psychology at Murdoch Federation of Australia (PACFA).
Ms Catherine Tracey is Head of School
University and Executive Dean of the Vocational Education & Training (Acting).
Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences Professor Carolyn Noble Catherine has a long and strong history in
at the University of Adelaide. Professor Carolyn Noble is ACAP’s Vocational Education and Training and has
Inaugural Head of School of Social Work most recently held the position of Head
Mike specialises in social psychology and
and Professor of Social Work. She has had Teacher at Ultimo College of TAFE where
is particularly interested in the study of
an extensive career both practising and she had the responsibility for the
persuasion; the political behaviour of
teaching social work, having worked as management, governance and compliance
individuals within groups and organisations;
a mental health and child protection of qualifications delivered out of the
and the impact of the inter-relation of
practitioner and as an academic in both Community Services Training Package, and
thinking, feeling and action upon
Sydney and London for over 30 years. had the responsibility for many students
individuals’ lives.
Carolyn has a wide variety of research undertaking a range of qualifications and
In addition to his position at ACAP, Mike for staff delivering these qualifications.
interests, ranging from social work
contributes to the field of psychology as She developed and negotiated innovative
philosophy, ethics, theory and practice
a Fellow of the Australian Psychological work based practices for Diploma students.
development, to gender democracy and
Society (APS), the Academy of Social
equal employment opportunity for women Catherine holds qualifications in
Sciences in Australia (ASSA), the British
in higher education and human services. behavioural sciences and a Masters in
Psychological Society (BPS), the
She has developed and taught social work Urban & Regional Planning. Her work and
Association for Psychological Science
theory and practice, Field Education, interests lie in the planning and delivery
and the Society of Experimental Social
mental health and professional supervision of services to communities experiencing
Psychology (SESP).
courses at both undergraduate and marginalisation. Her extensive work
postgraduate levels. experience of over twenty years focussed
Professor Ione Lewis
on homeless services, social housing,
Professor Ione Lewis is ACAP’s youth work and community development.
Inaugural Professor of Counselling and
Psychotherapy and Head of School of
Counselling. She has been practising as
a clinical counsellor for over 25 years and
has extensive academic and teaching
experience, including course development
and supervision at both undergraduate
and postgraduate levels.
Ione’s areas of research expertise include
gender-based violence, the evaluation
of women’s health services, research
supervision and professional identity.
She previously served as Associate Dean
of Education and Head of Discipline of
Community Studies at the University
of Canberra.
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Student support
We are committed to supporting our students, and These resources include access to extensive
book collections, computer access, and a
provide advice and services to help you academically range of online resources including
and personally. electronic books and journals. Our librarians
can help with your information and research
needs in person at our Brisbane, Melbourne
ACAP’s interactive approach to teaching Personal support and Sydney campuses, or by email or phone.
as well as our small class sizes builds a
community atmosphere in the classroom, When undertaking a new course, you may
feel the pressures of work, life and study Orientation
which is reinforced through the support
services we provide. From the day you commitments. If this happens our Student Orientation is held as trimester starts and
enquire, we assist and support you. Support Counsellors are on hand to offer provides an excellent opportunity to become
An advisor will help put your study program personal, confidential support and familiar with ACAP, meet staff and fellow
together, and once you start studying we counselling. They can also help you to students and take a tour of the campus.
offer additional academic, personal and liaise with staff and, if necessary, provide An online version is available in the student
Student Placement support. referral information for ongoing support. portal if you cannot make it to the campus
for Orientation.
Academic support Library services
If you have not studied recently, you might Our extensive library services and
need to refresh your skills in academic resources support and enhance your
writing, referencing or how to find the right learning experience.
information. To help you in these areas we
offer academic skills, information literacy,
research skills and study skills support
through a range of activities and resources
such as workshops and webinars, online
resources and information, individual
learning support, peer mentoring programs
and specific activities for those transitioning
into the College or through their courses.
As a student you will also have access to the
student website which contains academic
and administrative information including unit
and module outlines, timetables, student
support information and campus contacts.
The online student portal (my.navitas-
professional.edu.au) provides students with
access to their online class spaces, online
enrolment, student webmail and IT Help
Desk, as well as their academic grades
and personal information.
ACAP scholarships
ACAP offers a number of scholarships each year to assist Students can apply for*:
students. Eligible students must be Australian citizens or • academic excellence awards
(two scholarships)
holders of a permanent humanitarian visa. • rural/regional awards
(two scholarships)
There are two undergraduate counselling There are up to eight scholarships available • aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander
scholarships available: for students undertaking the Bachelor of awards (two scholarships).
• The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Psychological Science.
(ATSI) Scholarship, and If you are interested in applying
Scholarships will cover tuition fees for all for a scholarship please visit
• The Alan Rowe Scholarship units of study. acap.edu.au/scholarships.
* Two additional scholarships may be awarded in any of the categories.9
OUR STUDENTS
“ACAP
supported me.
I feel like I’ve
been
set up to
succeed.”
My ACAP: Jess Lee Bachelor of Counselling10 ACAP VET and UG Domestic Student Guide 2015/16
Diploma of Community Services
(Case Management) (CHC52008)
This is a nationally recognised qualification designed to Workload
equip you with the skills required to work in case We recommend that for each module you
undertake a minimum of:
management roles in the community services sector. • three hours of course work per week
based around the learning manual, and
The course provides the skills and class attendance if studying on-campus
Overview knowledge essential for effective • two hours of interactive online activities,
communication, service coordination, such as online learning forums, and
Availability networking, risk management, work health • a minimum of three hours of self-study
• On campus in Brisbane, Melbourne and safety as well as matters specific to and assessment preparation.
and Sydney or via online delivery, case management.
which combines online study with Assessments
compulsory on-campus workshops, Case management workshops
or a combination of both. Assessment types vary with each module.
As a case manager, you need practical However, in keeping with ACAP’s
• Please note that online delivery is
not self-paced and you will be communication and networking skills, philosophy, the majority mirror examples
required to complete your studies and the best way to develop these is from professional practice. You may be
and assessment tasks to schedule. through face-to-face interaction. If you are assessed through reports and written
undertaking all or part of this course through assignments, group work, role playing,
Duration online delivery you are required to attend case studies and projects, as well as
One year full-time or part-time equivalent three workshops across the duration of your participation in online learning forums.
course. These workshops are an important
Maximum duration part of developing, practicing and Recognition of prior learning
Three years demonstrating interpersonal skills.
It may be possible to shorten the length
Modules of this course by applying for recognition
Workshop 1
Nine of prior learning for your relevant work or
A one day workshop is provided for online life experiences, or through qualifications
Entry requirements students in the module ‘Communication obtained in formal studies or training.
• A Certificate IV qualification Skills and Relationships’. This will enable For more information regarding
(or at least one unit of competency online students to practice and recognition of prior learning, contact
at AQF level 4), OR demonstrate communication skills. VETadministration@acap.edu.au.
• A Higher School Certificate
Workshop 2 If you apply for Recognition of Prior Learning
(HSC) or equivalent, OR
(RPL), you will be charged an assessment fee
• Satisfactorily completed the A one day workshop is provided for online
that is fifty per cent of the module fee. If your
ACAP VET Entry Assessment students in the module ‘Facilitating Case
application for RPL is unsuccessful, you may
Management’. This will enable online
VET FEE-HELP available re-enrol in the module and will be charged
students to practice and demonstrate an
the full tuition fee. VET FEE-HELP assistance
Please see page 29 understanding and skills in the development
may be available to eligible students. Credit
of case management plans and meetings.
Study requirements transfer for competencies in the course that
This course requires regular access you have already completed is also available.
Workshop 3
to a computer and the internet.
A one day workshop is provided for online Further study
Some assessment tasks require
students to video record an interview, students in the module ‘Improving Skills to
Support Client Self Management’. This will On completion of this course graduates may
demonstrate skills or conduct a client apply for admission into ACAP’s Associate
session. All classes have a teacher enable online students to practice and
demonstrate quality case work. Degree of Applied Social Science, Bachelor
allocated to facilitate your learning.
of Applied Social Science, Bachelor of
All workshops are compulsory and are run at Counselling, Bachelor of Counselling
each of our campuses (Brisbane, Melbourne (Coaching), Bachelor of Social Work or
and Sydney). Bachelor of Psychological Science with
specified credit equivalent to eight units.11
VET COURSES
Course structure*
The course contains nine modules with 16 units of competency which all need to be successfully completed, in the order below, to gain
the qualification.
Module name Code Embedded unit/s of competency
1. Communication Skills and Relationships CHCCOM403A Use targeted communication skills to build relationships
[Co-requisite Dip.Community Services (Case Management)
Workshop 1 if you are studying this module online]
2. Facilitating Case Management CHCCM503C Develop, facilitate and monitor all aspects of
[Co-requisite Dip.Community Services (Case Management) case management
Workshop 2 if you are studying this module online]
CHCCM504D Promote high quality case management
3. Working with Clients from Diverse Cultures HLTHIR403C Work effectively with culturally diverse clients and
co-workers
HLTHIR404D Work effectively with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait
Islander people
4. Improving Skills to Support Client Self-Management CHCCW503A Work intensively with clients
[Co-requisite Dip.Community Services (Case Management)
CHCICS406B Support client self-management
Workshop 3 if you are studying this module online]
5. Understanding Client Developmental Status CHCLD415A Confirm client developmental status
[Prerequisite for CHC8D26V Analyse Client Information-module 7]
6. Managing Clients with Complex Needs CHCCS416B Assess and provide services for clients with
complex needs
CHCCS607E Coordinate in-service assessment and response to
address client needs
CHCNET404B Facilitate links with other services
7. Analyse Client Information CHCLD515A Analyse client information for service planning
[CHC8D70V Understanding Client Developmental Status must be and delivery
completed before you are able to study module 7]
8. Understanding Mental Health Issues and CHCMH402B Apply understanding of mental health issues and
Recovery Processes recovery processes
9. Improving Professional Practice CHCORG428A Reflect and improve own professional practice
CHCCS400C Work within a relevant legal and ethical framework
HLTWHS300A Contribute to Work Health & Safety Processes
Potential career paths
The Diploma of Community Services (Case Management) provides opportunities to
work in the Community Services Industry utilising their case management skills
across a number of key target areas including , drug and alcohol, mental health,
homelessness, residential care, the aged and those living with a disability. Work can
be undertaken in generalist community or neighbourhood centres.
Apply now at acap.edu.au
* Course structure correct as at December 2014 and is subject to change.12 ACAP VET and UG Domestic Student Guide 2015/16
Diploma of Counselling (CHC51712)
This is a nationally recognised qualification that provides Assessments
you with the first step towards a career in counselling, Assessment types vary with each module.
However, in keeping with ACAP’s
providing you with skills you can use in a wide range philosophy, the majority mirror examples
of occupations. from professional practice. You may be
assessed through reports and written
assignments, group work, role playing, case
Counselling workshops studies and projects, as well as participation
Overview If undertaking all or part of this course in online learning forums.
Availability by online delivery you are required to
attend the relevant Diploma of Counselling Recognition of prior learning
• On campus in Adelaide, Brisbane,
workshops at an ACAP campus. These It may be possible to shorten the length
Melbourne and Sydney or online
workshops will help to ensure that of this course by applying for recognition
delivery, which combines online
study with compulsory on-campus you have the necessary face-to-face of prior learning for your relevant work or
workshops, or a combination of both. interaction to develop and be assessed life experiences or through qualifications
• Please note that online delivery is
on communication, counselling and other obtained in formal studies or training.
not self-paced and you will be practical skills required for competency. For more information regarding
required to complete your studies recognition of prior learning, contact
and assessment tasks to schedule. Workshop 1 — Duration two days VETadministration@acap.edu.au.
A two day workshop is provided for online
Duration If you apply for Recognition of Prior Learning
students in the modules ‘Facilitate the
One year full-time or part-time
(RPL), you will be charged an assessment
Counselling Process’ and ‘Counselling
equivalent fee that is fifty per cent of the module fee.
Interview Skills’. This will enable online
If your application for RPL is unsuccessful,
Maximum duration students to practice and demonstrate an
you may re-enrol in the module and will be
understanding of and skills in communication
Three years charged the full tuition fee. VET FEE-HELP
and basic counselling skills.
assistance may be available to eligible
Modules students. Credit transfer for competencies in
Nine Workshop 2 — Duration one day the course that you have already completed
A one day workshop is provided for online is also available.
Entry requirements students in the module ‘Monitor Case
• A Certificate IV qualification Management’. This will enable online Further study
(or at least one unit of competency students to practice and demonstrate On completion of the Diploma of
at AQF level 4), OR an understanding of and skills in the Counselling you can apply for admission
• A Higher School Certificate development of case management into ACAP’s Associate Degree of Applied
(HSC) or equivalent, OR plans and meetings. Social Science, Bachelor of Applied Social
• Satisfactorily completed the Science, Bachelor of Counselling, Bachelor
ACAP VET Entry Assessment Workshop 3 — Duration one day of Counselling (Coaching) or Bachelor of
VET FEE-HELP available A one day workshop is provided for online Psychological Science with specified credit
students in the module ‘Improve Counselling equivalent to eight units, or to ACAP’s
Please see page 29 Bachelor of Social Work with specified
Skills’. This will enable online students to
Study requirements practice and demonstrate an understanding credit equivalent to six units.
of and skills in more advanced counselling
This course requires regular access
work based skills.
to a computer and the internet.
Some assessment tasks require All workshops are a mandatory component Potential career paths
students to video record an interview, of each of the above modules. This course is designed to assist those
role play, demonstrate skills or conduct wanting to work in areas such as
a client session. All classes have a community health centres, family
teacher allocated to facilitate
Workload
support services, government agencies,
your learning. We recommend that for each module you
not for profit community organisations,
undertake a minimum of:
outreach services, sexual health
• three hours of course work per week services, refugee support services,
This course aims to provide you with general based around the learning manual, and women’s health centres and
counselling skills and knowledge, including class attendance if studying on campus residential services.
communication skills, knowledge of a range • two hours of interactive online activities
of commonly used counselling techniques, such as online learning forums and
referral skills and the ability to work within an Flexible Learning Toolbox tasks, and
organisation’s policies and procedures.
• a minimum of three hours of self-study
and assessment preparation.13
VET COURSES
Course structure*
This course contains nine modules (of which eight are core and one is an elective), which deliver 17 units of competency that need to be
successfully completed, in the order below, to gain the qualification.
Module name Code Unit/s of competency
Facilitate the Counselling Process CHCCSL501A Work within a structured counselling framework
(Co- or pre-requisite: Diploma of Counselling
Workshop 1 for online delivery students) CHCCSL503B Facilitate the counselling relationship
Counselling Interview Skills CHCCSL502A Apply specialist interpersonal and counselling interview skills
(Co-requisite: Diploma of Counselling Workshop
CHCCSL512A Determine suitability of client for counselling services
1 for online delivery students)
Counselling Theories CHCCSL504A Apply personality and development theories
CHCCSL505A Apply learning theories in counselling
Support Clients CHCCSL506A Apply counselling therapies to address a range of client issues
(Pre-requisite: Counselling Interview Skills
CHCCSL507B Support clients in decision-making processes
or CHCCSL502A)
Responsible Ethical Counselling CHCCSL508B Apply legal and ethical responsibilities in counselling practice
CHCCS514B Recognise and respond to individuals at risk
Cultural Diversity and Workplace Legislation HLTHIR403C Work effectively with culturally diverse clients and co-workers
HLTHIR404D Work effectively with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people
HLTWHS300A Contribute to WHS processes
Monitor Case Management CHCCM503C Develop, facilitate and monitor all aspects of case management
(Co-requisite: Diploma of Counselling
Workshop 2 for online delivery students)
Improve Counselling Skills CHCCSL509A Reflect and improve upon counselling skills
(Co-requisite: Diploma of Counselling
Workshop 3 for online delivery students)
(Pre-requisites: Facilitate the Counselling
Process and Support Clients or CHCCSL501A,
CHCCSL503A, CHCCSL507B )
Electives — choose one
Recognise and respond to domestic and CHCDFV301A Recognise and respond appropriately to domestic and family violence
family violence
CHCDFV402C Manage own professional development in responding to domestic and
family violence
Support clients with problem CHCGMB502A Assess the needs of clients with problem gambling issues
gambling issues
CHCGMB503A Provide counselling for clients with problem gambling issues
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* Course structure correct as at December 2014 and is subject to change.14 ACAP VET and UG Domestic Student Guide 2015/16
"It was a very supportive, open
and friendly environment. The classes
were comprehensive and
highly interactive, both
theoretical and practical."
My ACAP: Gus Reyes Diploma of Counselling15
UNDERGRADUATE
Associate Degree of
Applied Social Science
The Associate Degree of Applied Social Science provides • online and blended delivery students are
expected to undertake a minimum of
a foundational understanding of individuals, groups and seven hours per week of self-study,
social structures, and offers a broad grounding in assessment preparation, general research
and reading.
sociological theory, social systems and social policy.
Assessment
The Associate Degree incorporates key Forms of assessment vary with each unit.
Overview theoretical components of the Bachelor of However, in keeping with ACAP’s teaching
Applied Social Science degree, and maintains philosophy, assessments develop the skills
Availability an applied focus in the development of required in professional practice and
On campus (Brisbane, Melbourne and counselling or coaching skills. include reports, formal essays, critical
Sydney), online if the Coaching minor reflections, group work, practice sessions
is selected, or by a combination of Workload and supervised work placements. Most
online and blended delivery if the units involve the submission of two or three
For each unit we recommend an average of
Counselling minor is selected. formal pieces of assessment.
nine hours of study per week. This is made
Duration up of:
• one three hour class (on-campus units) Course structure*
• Two years full-time
• two hours of online learning activities To complete the Associate Degree
• This course can be fast tracked
and interaction with your teacher and of Applied Social Science you must
and completed in one year and
fellow students (online and blended successfully complete 16 units (six Social
one trimester full-time by taking
delivery units) Science units, three core Professional
four units each trimester
Practice units, three core units from
• on-campus students are expected the Applied Psychology minor strand,
Units
to undertake a minimum of six hours two units from the minor strand in
16 per week of self-study, assessment either Counselling or Coaching, and two
preparation, general research elective units). The Associate Degree
Standard entry requirements
and reading comprises the first two years of the
• Minimum ATAR 65 or equivalent,
Bachelor of Applied Social Science.
or
• Completion of a Certificate IV,
Diploma, Advanced Diploma or First Year Second Year
Associate Degree, or
Trimester 1 Preparation for Academic Study Social, Legal and Ethical Frameworks
• Partial completion of a Bachelor’s
Introduction to Contemporary Social Theory
degree, or Society Cultural Diversity
• Be aged 21 years or over Positive Psychology
FEE-HELP available. Trimester 2 Social Systems Organisational Theory
Please see page 29 Psychology of Health and Wellness Social Policy
Minor strand unit (Counselling Minor strand unit (Counselling
or Coaching)† or Coaching)†
Trimester 3 Developmental Psychology Mental Health Policy and Practice
Elective Elective
Level 100 electives (select one) Counselling Minor Strand (two units):
Human Resource Management OR Counselling Skills AND
Managing in Ambiguity and Change Advanced Counselling Skills
Level 200 electives (select one) Coaching Minor Strand (two units):
Career Counselling and Assessment OR Coaching Theory and Practice AND
Psychology of Peak Performance OR Coaching Applications
Advanced Positive Psychology
* Course structure is correct as at December 2014 and is subject to change.
† Students select either a Counselling or Coaching minor strand and must complete all two units within the selected minor.16 ACAP VET and UG Domestic Student Guide 2015/16
Bachelor of Applied Social Science
The Bachelor of Applied Social Science aims to • Applicants who have completed an
English for Academic Purposes (EAP)
ground students in the applied social sciences with course from a recognised tertiary
a well‑developed understanding of social systems, institution may apply for admission and
submit appropriate documentation.
sociological theory and social policy.
• Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander
(ATSI) applicants may submit an
• Online and blended delivery students application based on their readiness
Overview are expected a minimum of seven hours for tertiary studies according to the
per week of self-study, assessment results of their Educational Access
Availability preparation, general research Scheme (EAS) administered by an
On campus (Brisbane, Melbourne and reading. approved institution.
and Sydney, online if Coaching minor For work-integrated placement units, an
selected or by a combination of online average of 14 hours of study per week is Special admission
and blended delivery if Counselling recommended. This is made up of: arrangements
minor selected. If you do not meet the standard
• the placement
entry requirements, you may be eligible
Duration • 1.5 hours per week of seminars
for conditional enrolment. If you are
• Three years full-time or • a minimum of three hours per week conditionally enrolled you will not be allowed
part-time equivalent of self-study, assessment preparation, to take a full-time study course load during
• This course can be fast tracked general research and reading. your first trimester of study and enrolment
and completed in two years in subsequent trimesters will be dependent
full-time by taking four units Assessment on your meeting the conditions advised prior
each trimester Forms of assessment vary with each unit. to admission.
Units However, in keeping with ACAP’s teaching
philosophy, assessments develop the English language
24 skills required in professional practice, proficiency requirements
Standard entry requirements and include reports, formal essays, critical If English is not your principal language, or
reflections, group work, practice sessions if the language of instruction for your prior
• Minimum ATAR 65 or equivalent, or and supervised work placements. Most units qualification was not in English, you need to
• Completion of a Certificate IV, involve the submission of two or three formal provide proof of proficiency in English.
Diploma, Advanced Diploma or pieces of assessment. This is through an International English
Associate Degree, or Language Testing System (IELTS) academic
• Partial completion of a Bachelor’s Student Placements score of 6.5 or higher, or completion of an
degree, or As an applied degree, the Bachelor of English for Academic Purposes (EAP) course,
• Be aged 21 years or over Applied Social Science has a strong focus or an equivalent score in an English language
on professional experience in placement test recognised by the College. This proof of
FEE-HELP available. organisations, which is linked to project proficiency must have been attained within
Please see page 29 units in which an applied research project the past two years.
is undertaken.
This course integrates theory, social A total of 250 hours of Work-integrated
research, skills and professional experience, Placement is undertaken (125 hours per Potential career paths
preparing you with critical thinking skills for placement unit). In addition, students Graduates of the Bachelor of Applied
employment in the workforce in public, complete 36 hours of Work-integrated Social Science will be well suited for
private and community settings. Placement seminars (18 hours per entry level employment in public,
placement unit averaging 1.5 hours private and community sector
Workload per week). organisations that require employees
For each unit we recommend an average of with high level analysis, communication
nine hours of study per week. This is made Alternative admission and case management skills, as well
up of: Applicants (18 to 21 years) who have not as a thorough understanding of the
completed a Higher School Certificate or its relationships between individuals,
• one three hour class (on-campus units). groups and social structures.
equivalent may be considered for admission
• two hours of online learning activities based on the following criteria:
and interaction with your teacher and
fellow students (online and blended • Applicants who have completed a
delivery units) Foundation Studies program from a
recognised tertiary institution may
• on-campus students are expected apply for admission and submit
to undertake a minimum of six hours appropriate documentation to
per week of self-study, assessment support their application.
preparation, general research
and reading17
UNDERGRADUATE
Early exit Course structure* Professional Practice strand including
250 hours of Work-integrated Placement
Students who have completed two years The course consists of a major strand in and 36 timetabled hours of seminars,
(16 units) of the Bachelor of Applied Social Social Science, a Professional Practice three core units in the Applied Psychology
Science may be eligible to graduate with strand, combined with an Applied strand, three units in a minor strand
the Associate Degree of Applied Social Psychology minor strand. In addition, (either Counselling or Coaching), and two
Science. This course comprises 16 units: students complete a minor strand in elective units).
six units from the Social Science strand, either Counselling or Coaching.
three Professional Practice units, three
To complete the Bachelor of Applied Social
units from the Applied Psychology minor
Science you must successfully complete
strand, two units from the minor strand in
24 units (eight core units from the Social
either Counselling or Coaching, and two
Science strand, eight core units in the
elective units.
First Year Second Year Third Year
Trimester 1 Preparation for Academic Study Social, Legal and Ethical Frameworks Applied Social Research
Introduction to Contemporary Society Social Theory Group Work
Positive Psychology Cultural Diversity Minor strand unit (Counselling
or Coaching)†
Trimester 2 Social Systems Organisational Theory Project 1
Psychology of Health and Wellness Social Policy Work-integrated Placement 1
Minor strand unit (Counselling or Minor strand unit (Counselling Social Science Integration
Coaching)† or Coaching)†
Trimester 3 Developmental Psychology Mental Health Policy and Practice Project 2
Elective Elective Work-integrated Placement 2
Level 100 electives (select one) Counselling Minor Strand (three units):
Human Resource Management OR Counselling Skills AND
Managing in Ambiguity and Change Advanced Counselling Skills AND
Choice of one of:
Counselling Children and Young People
Family and Relationship Counselling
Crisis and Trauma Counselling
OR
Level 200 electives (select one) Coaching Minor Strand (three units):
Career Counselling and Assessment OR Coaching Theory and Practice AND
Psychology of Peak Performance OR Coaching Applications AND
Advanced Positive Psychology Life Coaching
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* Course structure is correct as at December 2014 and is subject to change.
† Students select either a Counselling or Coaching minor strand and must complete all three units within the selected minor.18 ACAP VET and UG Domestic Student Guide 2015/16
Bachelor of Counselling
The Bachelor of Counselling provides a comprehensive Student Placements
grounding in counselling frameworks and skills, ethical This course includes 250 hours in a
placement agency (comprising 46 hours of
practice and cultural diversity. client counselling contact). The placements
are conducted one to two days per week
Workload over two trimesters.
Overview For each unit we recommend an average of In addition, students attend 54 timetabled
nine hours of study per week. This is made hours of counselling supervision provided
Availability up of: by the School of Counselling and undertake
On campus (Brisbane, Melbourne • one three hour class (on-campus units) 48 personal study hours (over two units).
and Sydney) or by a combination of
online and blended delivery • two hours of online learning activities
and interaction with your teacher and Alternative admission
Duration fellow students (online and blended Applicants (18 to 21 years) who have not
Three years full-time minimum or delivery units) completed a Higher School Certificate or its
part-time equivalent • on-campus students are expected to equivalent may be considered for admission
undertake a minimum of six hours per based on the following criteria:
Units
week of self-directed study, assessment • Applicants who have completed a
24 preparation, general research Foundation Studies program from
and reading a recognised tertiary institution
Standard entry requirements
• online and blended delivery students may apply for admission and
• Minimum ATAR 70 or equivalent, or
are expected to undertake a minimum submit appropriate documentation
• Completion of a Certificate IV,
of seven hours per week of self-directed to support their application.
Diploma, Advanced Diploma or
Associate Degree, or study, assessment preparation, general • Applicants who have completed an
research and reading. English for Academic Purposes (EAP)
• Partial completion of a Bachelor’s
degree, and For Counselling Placement and Supervision course from a recognised tertiary
• Complete an undergraduate 1, an average of 14 hours of study per week institution may apply for admission and
screening questionnaire to is recommended, and for Counselling submit appropriate documentation.
demonstrate the relational Placement and Supervision 2, an average of • Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander
qualities of the applicant 15.5 hours. This is made up of: (ATSI) applicants may submit an
OR application based on their readiness
• an average of 10.5 hours per week in a for tertiary studies according to the
• Be aged 21 years or over, and placement agency results of their Educational Access
• Complete an undergraduate
• three hours per fortnight of small group Scheme (EAS) administered by an
screening questionnaire to
supervision and two personal study approved institution.
demonstrate the relational qualities
of the applicant.
hours per week for Counselling
Placement and Supervision 1, and • All applicants must complete an
FEE-HELP available. undergraduate screening questionnaire
• three hours per week of small group to demonstrate the relational qualities
Please see page 29 supervision and two personal study of the applicant.
hours is expected in total for
Counselling Placement and
The course provides entry level counselling Supervision 2.
Special admission
training with a strong focus on contemporary arrangements
counselling, psychotherapy and psychology Assessment If you do not meet the standard entry
theory, research and practice. requirements, you may be eligible
Forms of assessment vary with each unit.
for conditional enrolment. If you are
Professional recognition However, in keeping with ACAP’s teaching
conditionally enrolled you will not be allowed
This course is fully accredited by the philosophy, assessments develop the
to take a full-time study course load during
Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation skills required in professional practice,
your first trimester of study and enrolment
of Australia (PACFA) and is designed to meet and include reports, formal essays, critical
in subsequent trimesters will be dependent
their training standards. reflections, group work, practice sessions
on your meeting the conditions advised prior
and supervised work placements. Most units
to admission.
involve the submission of two or three formal
pieces of assessment.
Police record checks
It is a condition of progression in the course
that students complete a police record
check in their first trimester of enrolment.19
UNDERGRADUATE
English language Course structure*
proficiency requirements Potential career paths
To complete the Bachelor of Counselling
If English is not your principal language, or Graduates of the Bachelor of
you must successfully complete 24
if the language of instruction for your prior Counselling will be well equipped to
units (22 core units and two counselling
qualification was not in English, you need provide counselling services relating
elective units). Students must
to provide proof of proficiency in English. to bereavement and loss, alcohol
complete Counselling Placement and
This is through an International English and other drugs abuse, mental
Supervision 1 and 2 and Project 1 and 2
Language Testing System (IELTS) academic health, family and relationships, and
consecutively in their final year.
score of 7.0 or higher, or completion of general counselling. Counsellors
an English for Academic Purposes (EAP) are employed across the sectors of
course, or an equivalent score in an English Health Care and Social Assistance,
language test recognised by the College. Education and Training, Public
This proof of proficiency must have been Administration and Safety, and
attained within the past two years. Administrative and Support Services.
First Year Second Year Third Year
Trimester 1 Preparation for Academic Study Advanced Counselling Skills Applied Social Research
Counselling Skills Social, Legal and Ethical Frameworks Group Work
Conflict Resolution Cultural Diversity Change, Influence and Power Dynamics
Trimester 2 Positive Psychology Counselling in Loss Project 1
Counselling Theories 1 Counselling Theories 2 Counselling Placement and Supervision 1
Developmental Psychology Alcohol and Other Drugs Counselling Counselling Integration
Trimester 3 Psychology of Health and Wellness Mental Health Policy and Practice Project 2
Counselling Elective 1 Counselling Elective 2 Counselling Placement and Supervision 2
Electives
Bachelor of Counselling students choose two counselling electives, one from Level 100 and one from Level 200.
Bachelor of Counselling
Level 100 electives Narrative Therapy
Existential Counselling
Level 200 electives Counselling Children and Young People
Family and Relationship Counselling
Crisis and Trauma Counselling
Prerequisites
Unit Prerequisite
Counselling Elective 1 Counselling Skills
Advanced Counselling Skills Counselling Skills
Counselling Theories 2 Counselling Theories 1
Project 2 Project 1
Counselling Placement and Supervision 1 Advanced Counselling Skills
Counselling Placement and Supervision 2 Counselling Placement and Supervision 1
Project 1 Applied Social Research
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