Bachelor of Applied Counselling (Level 7)
Social Services
A course by
Manukau Institute of Technology
Prepare for a rewarding career as a counsellor and support individuals and communities by studying the Bachelor of Applied Counselling at MIT.
Blended study
This is a mix of online learning & face-to-face sessions
Available in 3 locations
It will take a total of 3 years
Core skills this course teaches
Apply counselling theories and techniques
Integrate theories and models of counselling in practical contexts, including diverse client scenarios and issues.
Demonstrate bicultural and ethical counselling practice
Develop and practice counselling skills grounded in Te Tiriti o Waitangi and in accordance with industry codes of ethics.
Work effectively with individuals, groups, and communities
What You're Signing Up For
The Bachelor of Applied Counselling at Manukau Institute of Technology prepares students to become professional counsellors equipped to make a meaningful difference in people's lives. The programme is delivered via a blended learning model, including online study, compulsory on-campus workshops (WOT Weeks), and extended practicum placements in industry. Students will develop practical skills in counselling, engage in self-reflective practice, explore sociological and psychological principles, and understand bicultural practices within Aotearoa New Zealand. The programme includes robust training in working with diverse populations, addiction and mental health, trauma, research methods, and Te Tiriti o Waitangi-based practice.
Course Content
- Foundations of Te Tiriti ō Waitangi in Practice
- Professional Counselling Practice
- Introduction to Counselling (1 & 2)
- Human Development
- Psychology
- Diversity and Sociological Principles
- Development of Te Tiriti ō Waitangi in Practice
- Working with Children and Young People
- Addiction and Mental Health
- Working with Trauma
- Counselling Theory and Practice (A & B, including practicums)
- Creative and Expressive Approaches to Counselling
- Counselling Interventions in Practice
- Implementing Te Tiriti ō Waitangi Based Practice
- Presentation and Review of Counselling Practice
- Development of Counselling Practice
- Working with Relationships/Families/Whānau
- Social Research
- Developing Issues Focused Practice
What you need to know first
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Health and Community Services
Social Services
Future employment opportunities might be
Counselling individuals, families and groups in the community
Employment in mental health services, aged care, child protection, disability services, schools, prisons, hospitals, religious and community groups