Diploma in Social and Human Services
University of the Sunshine Coast (UniSC)
Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Vocational Education and Training (VET)
CRICOS: 01595D
Want to make a difference in peoples lives? Begin your career with the knowledge needed for future studies in counselling, psychology, social work, human services or community health. In this program you will learn how people think and behave and how to relate to different communities, including children, families, the elderly and First Nations Australians. Youll learn about the importance of professional ethics and social justice, and start to build skills to interact with clients. On successful completion, receive direct entry and up to 96 units of credit towards a Bachelor of Counselling, Bachelor of Human Services, Bachelor of Behavioural Science (Psychology), or Bachelor of Social Work.
Structure
Total units: 96
Subjects
- UCC101 Academic and Professional Skills: Planning for Success
- UCC102 ICT for Academic and Professional Applications
- UCC106 Professional People Skills for Study, Community and Society
- SCS130 Introduction to Indigenous Australia
- COU101 Theories of Counselling: From Freud to Integrative Practice
- COU176 Group Processes and Practice
- COU180 Therapeutic Communication Skills
- PSY100 Introduction to Psychology A
- PSY101 Introduction to Psychology B
- SCS101 Foundations of Human Behaviour
- SCS110 Australian Society: How does(nt) it work? - An Introduction to Sociology
- SWK100 Introduction to Social Work Practice Theories
- SWK172 Introduction to Social Work and Human Services
Standard entry requirements
Applicants who have already completed a higher education qualification (AQF Level 5 and above, or equivalent), excluding VET sector diplomas, are not eligible for entry into this program.
Study information
| Campus | Fees | Entry | Mid year intake | Attendance |
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| UniSC Caboolture | No |
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| UniSC Fraser Coast | No |
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| UniSC Gympie | No |
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| UniSC Moreton Bay | No |
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| UniSC Sunshine Coast | No |
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