Postgraduate Certificate in Counselling Studies
Course details
About the course
Introduction
For those wanting to add counselling theory and skills to their health or education profession, the Postgraduate Certificate in Counselling Studies (PGCertCounSt) will provide the knowledge and practice to enhance your professional helping skills with a range of clients, students, or colleagues.
The PGCertCounSt is also an ideal pathway into applying for the , a degree which enables graduates to obtain provisional membership with the ±¬×ߺÚÁÏ Association of Counsellors (NZAC).
This qualification is offered on campus or online through .
Entry requirements
Entry requirements
Note: Due to high demand, applications for our February 2025 Postgraduate Certificate in Counselling Studies are now closed.
To qualify for entry to the PGCertCounSt, you will need to have completed an Aotearoa ±¬×ߺÚÁÏ bachelor’s degree with a B Grade Point Average or higher in your 300-level courses, or equivalent, and be approved to enrol.
If English is your additional language, you are also required to meet UC's .
For the full entry requirements, see the or use the .
How to apply
You can apply online at .
See for all information on enrolling at UC.
About the provider
At the University of Canterbury you will get to enjoy the very best a university has to offer 'a world class learning environment, a vibrant campus and a great student lifestyle that's packed with opportunities.
You will gain hands-on experience in courses led by academics who are actively engaged in research and who are experts in their fields. The culture promotes active learning, where the vibrant community allows you to be who you are and do what you love. UC's picturesque campus with modern teaching and research facilities is set in the heart of a city that has become a magnet for growth and innovation. Further afield lies a region packed with outdoor adventure, from the mountains to the sea.