Diploma in Psychology & Counselling
Psychology
A course by
The Career Academy
Build foundational knowledge in psychology and practical counselling skills with a 100% online, industry-accredited diploma from The Career Academy. Flexible payment options and tutor support included.
NZ$3,219
inc GST
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Core skills this course teaches
Understand core psychological principles
Gain foundational knowledge in behaviour, motivation, stress, and development, and how these factors influence individuals and groups.
Develop practical counselling skills
Learn to use listening, reflection, questioning, structured conversations, and interview techniques for effective everyday support and guidance.
About This Course
The Diploma in Psychology & Counselling provides a strong introduction to psychology, counselling, and human behaviour, combining theory and practical skills. You'll develop understanding of core psychological theories, communication skills such as listening and reflection, and a range of counselling approaches. The course is designed for personal and professional growth, and includes a pathway to industry accreditation and support for further career development. Graduates gain practical knowledge and confidence to better understand themselves and others, though the course is not NZQA accredited or a pathway to formal clinical registration.
Course Content
- Psychology Fundamentals - The nature and scope of psychology, neurological basis of behaviour, environmental effects, consciousness and perception, personality, motivation, development
- Stress and abnormal behaviour
- Individual and group behaviour
- Dealing with psychological problems and conflict resolution
- Interpersonal communication skills
- Counselling communication (listening, bonding, reflection, questioning, interview techniques, ending a counselling session)
- Changing beliefs, normalising, and finding solutions
- Problem-solving techniques for aggression, depression, grief, loss, suicide
- Counselling approaches: Psychoanalytic, humanistic, behavioural, solution-focused, rational emotive, and cognitive behavioural therapy
- Professional practice: Ethics & confidentiality, self-awareness, supervision, referral practice
Build towards these roles
Counsellor (Under Supervision)Clinical Support WorkerMental Health Practitioner AssistantFamily Counsellor (Trainee)Youth CounsellorRelationship Support WorkerRehabilitation Counsellor AssistantAddictions Support Worker (Junior)Therapeutic Services CoordinatorAssessment and Intake Officer
The Career Academy is here to transform your future. As an internationally recognised online education provider, they partner with industry to deliver courses that are practical, flexible, and designed to get results. With expert tutors, a 4.8/5 star student rating, and graduates in New Zealand, Australia, Ireland and the UK, The Career Academy has already helped over 25,000 learners each year gain the skills, confidence, and qualifications to take their next step. You could be next.
