Everything you need to know about this course
2 Years (full-time)
AUD 29,628
February, May, September
Bachelor's degree in a related field (e.g. health, social sciences, education) + IELTS 7.0 (no band < 6.5)
IKON Instititute of Australia
Melbourne, Sydney, Adelaide, Brisbane
The Master of Counselling and Psychotherapy is more than just a degree—it's your entry into a fulfilling, professional life in mental health support.
This postgraduate psychotherapy program blends advanced theory with practical clinical training, empowering you to become a compassionate, capable counsellor or psychotherapist. Rooted in cognitive science, neuroscience, and therapeutic models, the course helps you understand the complexities of human behaviour through a client-focused, trauma-informed lens.
As you study a psychotherapy and counselling master's in Australia, you'll engage with diverse modalities including psychodynamic, humanistic, and somatic therapies. The program prepares you to work confidently and ethically with individuals from a range of cultural and social backgrounds.
Your learning is enriched by a 120-hour supervised clinical placement—giving you real-world experience managing client cases, developing therapeutic relationships, and applying what you learn in a supportive setting.
Whether you're advancing your existing qualifications or pursuing a new direction, this postgraduate psychotherapy program provides the clinical skills, theoretical knowledge, and supervised experience you need to succeed in Australia's growing mental health sector.
Ready to begin your career in mental health? Start your Master of Counselling and Psychotherapy today and unlock a direct path into a rewarding career in psychotherapy.
Find answers to common questions about this course. We've compiled the most frequently asked questions to help you make an informed decision about your psychotherapy education journey. If you need more information, our admissions team is here to help.
Yes, this Master of Counselling and Psychotherapy program is accredited by the Australian Counselling Association (ACA). Graduates are eligible for Level 2 membership upon meeting placement and supervision requirements.
The course is delivered through a blended learning model, combining online learning with face-to-face seminars and in-person clinical placements, which are essential for practical training and registration.
You can still apply. Applicants without a counselling or psychotherapy degree will begin with the Graduate Certificate pathway, covering the foundational subjects needed for the Master's program.
Students complete between 200–300 hours of supervised clinical placement, which meets industry standards and prepares you for real-world counselling work.
An IELTS Academic score of 6.5 overall is required, with no band less than 6.0, and 6.5 in Speaking. Equivalent English tests may also be accepted.
Yes. The course is CRICOS-approved, making it available to international students studying in Australia on a Student Visa (Subclass 500).
Graduates may work as counsellors, psychotherapists, trauma specialists, or mental health practitioners in settings like private practice, hospitals, schools, and community organisations.
A Bachelor's degree in any discipline is the minimum requirement. Applicants with a background in counselling or psychotherapy may be eligible for advanced standing.
Yes. This program can lead to doctoral research, clinical supervision training, and professional registration with ACA, depending on your placement and supervision completion.
Yes. FEE-HELP is available for eligible Australian citizens. Students may also choose monthly instalments, and institutional scholarships or bursaries may be offered.
