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Graduate Diploma of Relationship Counselling
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CHC81015
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About This Qualification
This qualification reflects the role of individuals who work as family and/or couples relationship counsellors. They may work independently or in organisations, providing counselling interventions, (rather than counselling support) for families and/or couples experiencing relationship issues of a complex nature.Counselling contexts may include pre- or post- separation and divorce or where the client has involvement with the Family Law system. Counsellors at this level are making high level, independent, complex judgements in highly specialised contexts.To achieve this qualification, the candidate must have completed 50 hours of work as detailed in the Assessment Requirements of units of competency.
Qualification Code
CHC81015
Training Package
CHC — Community Services
AQF Level
Graduate Diploma
Total Units
11 (5 core + 6 elective)
Entry Requirements
Entry to this qualification is open to individuals who:hold an undergraduate degree or higher qualification in Counselling, Psychology, Social Work, Social Science or equivalentorhold a Diploma of Counselling from the CHC Community Services Training Package or equivalentorcan provide documented evidence of previous experience in a family counselling environment in a job role involving the self-directed application of knowledge with substantial depth in some areas, the exercise of independent judgement and decision making, and a range of technical and other skills.
National Register
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Career Outcomes
According to training.gov.au, this qualification supports the following roles:
| Role | Responsibilities |
|---|---|
| Relationship Counsellor | Providing high-level, independent counselling interventions for couples and families experiencing complex relationship issues. |
| Family and Marriage Counsellor | Supporting clients through pre- and post-separation transitions and emotional development within the family unit. |
Work Placement
IMPORTANTTo achieve this qualification, candidates must demonstrate 50 hours of work within a relationship counselling context. If you are currently employed in this field, your existing professional hours can be documented as evidence to meet this requirement.
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Could RPL Be Right for You?
Experience can be evidence.
RPL is the process that helps you demonstrate it.
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is a formal assessment process that evaluates the skills, knowledge, and experience you've gained through your career to determine whether you meet the requirements of a nationally recognised qualification. It isn't a shortcut — it applies the same assessment standards as any other pathway.
RPL typically involves:
A review of your work experience against the qualification requirements
Compilation of an evidence portfolio demonstrating your competency
Assessment by a qualified assessor from a Registered Training Organisation
If gaps are identified, targeted training to build on your existing expertise
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What Kind of Experience Counts?
If RPL becomes available for this qualification, the types of experience and evidence that would typically be relevant include:
Work History & Roles
- ✓Current resume detailing counselling experience
- ✓Detailed position descriptions in family work
- ✓Letters of validation from clinical supervisors
Clinical Documentation
- ✓De-identified case notes and intervention plans
- ✓Case studies reflecting complex relationship issues
- ✓Reports for Family Law or court-related contexts
Supervision & Ethics
- ✓Logs of clinical supervision hours
- ✓Evidence of working within ethical frameworks
- ✓Domestic and family violence management protocols
Professional Learning
- ✓Records of post-graduate workshops or seminars
- ✓Certificates from specialised counselling training
- ✓Evidence of professional association memberships
This is general guidance based on training.gov.au. Specific requirements will be confirmed by the delivering RTO's assessor when RPL becomes available.
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