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Master of Counselling (Alcohol & Drug Studies)

Postgraduate | USQ-CAD-MAS | 2024

Substance abuse research and counselling expertise

Become the trusted counsellor communities need to combat addiction. You’ll review counselling frameworks and prepare for professional practice. This accredited postgrad counselling degree includes on-campus learning and clinical experience.

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Study method
Online & on-campus
Assessments
100% online
Credit available
Yes
Duration
2 years full time or part time equivalent
Total subjects
16

Price from
$49,120
Available loans
Australian Higher Education Loan Program (HELP)

Master of Counselling (Alcohol & Drug Studies)

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Career opportunities

Career opportunities exist in a range of counselling and human services roles within government, non-government, and private organisations, or alternatively, graduates may become self-employed in private practice. Additionally, graduates may have opportunities to progress into doctoral studies.

Professional recognition

This specialisation within the Master of Counselling is accredited by the Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia (PACFA) and the Australian Counselling Association (ACA).

Career outlook

Careers Counsellors:
$68K to $86K
Counsellors:
$68K to $86K
Health and Welfare Services Managers:
Over $111K
Social Workers:
$86K to $111K

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