- Please note that Ulleo’s online short courses are not covered by government funding programs
- Please note: You must be at least 16 to enrol in a course with Ulleo. If you are under 18 years old, you must provide written consent and a guarantee from a parent or legal guardian
Course Overview
Whether you want to launch a new career, upskill in your current role, or simply learn more about what it means to be human – counselling is an invaluable skill for anyone and everyone.
- Explore real-world counselling techniques and approaches from Australia’s leading counsellors, psychologists and health coaches.
- Learn the art of empathetic communication: a game-changing skill that can transfer into both meaningful work and everyday life.
- Discover the complex inner workings of the human mind and body, plus, the important psychological concepts that explain our behaviour.
- Master the art of self-care and preventative mental health with skills and strategies backed by the latest research.
Through inspiring stories, engaging Ulleo Live! sessions, and dedicated mentor support, Ulleo empowers you to take charge of the experience, set the pace, and learn your own way.
Love what you learn with Ulleo.
Who's It For?
- You are looking to start your career in counselling or the field of health and wellbeing more generally.
- You are looking to upskill in your current role by learning how to support and empower others with specific counselling techniques.
- You are passionate about health and wellbeing and want to know how you can support yourself and others to achieve positive mental health.
- You want to learn the foundations of psychology and how the concepts can apply to everyday life.
- You want to learn specific strategies for stress management, self-care and building healthy relationships.
Job Outcomes
Potential career outcomes could include:
- Mental health counselling
- Relationship counselling
- School counselling
- Youth work
- Social work
- Coaching
What You'll Learn
- Explore the fascinating psychological concepts that explain our brains, bodies and behaviours.
- Understand the myths around mental health and ways to better define the concept.
- Discover the importance of emotional awareness, regulation and expression in everyday life.
- Master the art of building healthy relationships, including the ever-evolving relationship with yourself.
- Get to know the role of self-care, stress management and mindfulness as preventative mental health.
- Learn about the variety of different therapies out there and exciting new areas of research.
- Develop the key attributes to drive your career in counselling: empathy, resilience and open-mindedness.
- Learn the essential counselling communication skills and strategies for empowering clients.
- Uncover the challenges and opportunities of working in mental health and how to excel in the industry.
Study Method
- OnlineOnline delivery - online course content with the exception of assessments and work placement
- VirtualVirtual Delivery - Live and interactive classroom-style learning conducted completely online
- BlendedBlended delivery - both online course content and partial face to face requirements
- In-classIn class delivery - predominately face to face course content conducted at a specific location
Duration and Study Load
- Roughly 80 hours of learning
Delivery
- Delivered fully online at your own pace
- 10 jam-packed lessons with activities
- Over 40 engaging videos and podcasts
Course Features
- Delivered fully online at your own pace, be empowered to learn anytime, anywhere.
- Love what you learn with over 30 engaging and inspiring videos, activities, quizzes and resources.
- Connect, collaborate and build knowledge through fortnightly Ulleo Live! workshops and Q&As.
- Get dedicated learning support from Course Mentors and Ulleo’s friendly Community Services team.
Professional Recognition
Ulleo’s courses are a fantastic way to upskill or unlock a new career path without the time and cost commitments of a full-time degree.
Learning directly from a number of industry professionals, Ulleo’s short course equips you with in-demand, up-to-date knowledge and skills. Once completed, you might move directly into the industry or pursue further study.
Pathways to Further Study
Ulleo partners with various Higher Education and Registered Training Providers so that you can continue your learning journey – often with academic credit and/or discounted course fees!
Digital Badge & Certificate of Completion
At the end of your course, you will receive a Certificate of Completion and a Digital Badge (issued by Credly). This is a fantastic way to verify your knowledge and skills and stand out from the crowd to potential employers – simply add them to your LinkedIn profile, personal website or resume!
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About Ulleo
At Ulleo, we offer flexible and affordable online short courses co-created with Australia’s leading industry experts.
Whether you’re looking to start a new career path or explore a new passion, our engaging learning experience provides skills for now and into the future. As a Ulleo student, you’ll receive support and advice from industry mentors — practising professionals eager to share their knowledge.
As a profit-with-purpose company, sustainability is at the heart of what we do. As of 2024, we’ve planted over 7,000 trees on behalf of our students!
Unlock your future with Ulleo.
