Counselling & Social Science Courses

Be Equipped to bring Hope, Health & Healing.

Mental health, counselling and wellbeing roles are in demand across every sector - in schools, sporting clubs, community services, hospitals, government, and companies large and small.
We equip people to enter these spaces for a wide variety of helping roles.  We teach from a practical, ethical and faith perspective, so you can offer care and support that reflects the compassion and hope of the gospel.

Accreditation

Our Counselling qualifications are accredited by the Australian Counselling Association (ACA), Christian Counsellors Association Australia (CCAA), Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia (PACFA), and the Australasian Association of Supervisors (AAOS), reflecting our unwavering commitment to providing education that upholds the highest standards of excellence and ethical practice.

Why study Counselling & Social Science at AC

Current, Practical & Accredited Training

Taught by practitioners and informed by the latest research and practice. Gain a qualification accredited and recognised by leading industry bodies for counselling, chaplaincy and other care professions.

A faith-based perspective

Our teachers come with a faith perspective, helping you to integrate faith into your role, while respecting the rights and trust of the people you are helping.

Belong to a community dedicated to serve

Learn and connect with peers who share the same worldview, but are motivated to care for and serve people no matter what context or situation they are in.

I have been pastoring for over 20 years and am passionate about the deliberate care for pastors and leaders. I love that this formal learning will better equip me to pastorally care for church leaders and pastors in the future. 

Michelle Fredericks

Grad Cert of Professional Supervision, Scripture Union

My time at AC has really grounded me in having a biblical approach and worldview and I really appreciate how my lecturers share from a place of genuine experience. After graduating I hope to work in youth or community development where I can bring people together and share Christ's love with them practically. 

Naomi Jale

Bachelor of Applied Social Science, Chaplain

Doing a Master of Counselling at AC helped me tremendously in being better at pastoral care situations and conversationsIt has also helped me provide better leadership to the pastoral and volunteer teams across our 8 campuses. I am excited for how it can open up new opportunities for our church to reach our communities. 

Caleb Dwyer

Master of Counselling, Senior Pastor, Generocity Church, NSW

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Harness your extensive experience in community services to achieve formal recognition and further enhance your impact. The Diploma of Community Services (RPL) at Alphacrucis offers a unique opportunity to transform your practical experience into an accredited qualification, opening up new opportunities and empowering you to drive meaningful community transformation.

Duration
1 Semester
Campus
Online
Delivery Mode
Online Intensive, Live Intensive

Imagine making a lasting impact on your community and society. Now picture yourself going to work each day knowing you are supporting people to have better days. The Bachelor of Applied Social Science at Alphacrucis University College equips you with the knowledge, skills, and practical experience to assist others professionally and compassionately, based on evidence-based interventions and best-practice principles.

Duration
3 years full time, up to 10 years part time
Campus
Online, Sydney
Delivery Mode
Online Recorded, Online Live, Mixed Mode, Face to Face, Online Intensive

Imagine transforming lives through compassionate care and support when people need it most. The Undergraduate Certificate in Community Services at Alphacrucis University College is your first step to a fulfilling career in community service, equipping you with foundational skills in psychology, counselling, and social work.

Duration
1 Semester, up to 1.5 years part time
Campus
Online, Sydney
Delivery Mode
Online Recorded, Online Live, Mixed Mode, Face to Face, Online Intensive

Do you have a genuine desire to support others? Are you an empathic person, committed to supporting others? Imagine empowering people to transform their lives through comprehensive counselling practice. The Master of Counselling at Alphacrucis University College equips you with advanced skills and theoretical knowledge, integrated with a Christian worldview, to make a lasting and meaningful impact for individuals and communities.

Duration
2 years full time, up to 4 years part time
Campus
Online, Sydney
Delivery Mode
Online Recorded, Online Live, Mixed Mode, Face to Face, Online Intensive, Live Intensive

Always had a heart to support others? Do you have a genuine desire to support others? Empower yourself to make an impact on individuals and communities through professional counselling. The Graduate Diploma of Counselling at Alphacrucis University College is a foundation counselling course, which integrates theoretical & practical aspects of counselling with a Christian worldview, equipping you to apply your skills with integrity and professionalism.

Duration
1 year full time, up to 3 years part time
Campus
Online, Sydney
Delivery Mode
Online Live, Mixed Mode, Face to Face

Who is supporting people who are supporting others? Professional Supervision is a required and ethical component of practice for all ‘helping’ professions, whether they be in a ministry, healthcare or government context. Enhance your ability to provide reflective practice for people in ministry and caring professions. The Graduate Certificate in Professional Supervision at Alphacrucis University College equips you with advanced skills and knowledge for professional supervision, accredited by the Australasian Association of Supervision (AAOS) and Psychotherapy & Counsellors Federation of Australia (PACFA).

Duration
N/A, up to 2 years part time
Campus
Online
Delivery Mode
Online Recorded, Online Live, Mixed Mode, Online Intensive

Imagine supporting others in their journey towards holistic wellbeing. Can you see yourself helping individuals and communities to thrive? The Graduate Certificate in Wellbeing Studies at Alphacrucis University College equips you with knowledge and skills in the psychology of emotion and wellbeing, so that you can apply this knowledge and practice to professional and ministry context.

Duration
1 Semester, up to 2 years part time
Campus
Online, Sydney
Delivery Mode
Online Recorded, Online Live, Face to Face

Imagine having a meaningful impact on others and your community. Now picture yourself going to work knowing you are supporting people to bring the change they desire. The Graduate Diploma of Applied Social Science at Alphacrucis University College equips you with the knowledge, skills, and practical experience to assist others professionally and compassionately, based on evidence-based interventions and best-practice principles.

Duration
1 year full time, up to 8 years part time
Campus
Online, Sydney
Delivery Mode
Online Recorded, Online Live, Mixed Mode, Face to Face, Online Intensive

Can you picture yourself supporting people who are navigating the impact of trauma? The Graduate Certificate in Trauma Counselling at Alphacrucis University College is designed to equip you with current, trauma-informed counselling practice to make a difference in the lives of individuals and communities affected by trauma.

Duration
1 Semester, up to 2 years part time
Campus
Online, Sydney
Delivery Mode
Online Live, Face to Face

Pathways

We offer many pathways for you to start, progress or complete your studies to get to your destination. For example if you don’t meet the entry requirements or are unsure about a Bachelor degree, you can start with a 1-year Diploma, then decide after your 1st year whether to progress further. You can do the same with Postgraduate study — start part-time on a Graduate Certificate, or Diploma, then decide after that whether to upgrade your qualification to a full Masters. Some postgraduate courses, such as the Graduate Certificate of Leadership or Graduate Certificate of Professional Supervision, allow entry based on work/professional experience, regardless of a candidate’s previous study history.
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Undergraduate Pathway 1
6 months
Undergraduate Certificate in Community Services
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+ 2.5 years
Bachelor of Applied Social Science
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Undergraduate Pathway 2
6 months
Diploma of Chaplaincy
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+ 2.5 years
Bachelor of Applied Social Science
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Postgraduate
6 months
Graduate Certificate in Wellbeing Studies
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+ 6 months
Graduate Diploma of Counselling
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+ 6 months
Master of Counselling
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