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The Bachelor of Applied Social Science allows you to combine electives from both the counselling and management fields of study, and is ideal if you're seeking a variety of subjects to support your career aspirations.

Upon completion, you'll be a well-rounded graduate who can:

• Work in an extensive range of private and public sector industries
• Work effectively with people
• Think critically and analytically
• Apply practical and theoretical social science

The course includes 400 hours of supervised work placement, where you can put theory into practice and gain valuable work experience.

Delivered by the Australian College of Applied Psychology (ACAP), this course focuses on experiential learning, so you emerge job ready with skills you can apply immediately.

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Bachelor of Applied Social Science Course Structure

There are 24 modules in this counselling course: Interpersonal Skills Introduction to Psychology Conflict Management Counselling Skills 1 Development Psychology Social Analysis Counselling Skills 2 Counselling Methods 1 Groupwork Theory and Practice Counselling Methods 2 Social, Legal and Ethical Issues Counselling in Loss Cross Cultural Counselling Applied Social Research Practicum 1 Social Policy Leading & Visioning Organisational Behaviour Mental Health Issues Practicum 2 Self-Esteem & Motivation Strategic Management and Planning Managing in Ambiguity & Change Professional Development & Reflective Practice

Early Exit Qualification

If you leave this course after completing the 2nd year of study, you may be eligible for the Associate Degree of Applied Social Science qualification. Contact a SEEK Learning consultant for more details.

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Be Job Ready

Classes for this applied social science course are small and interactive, and focus on hands-on learning.

The curriculum is developed and updated in consultation with industry, so you are work ready upon completion and able to apply your skills immediately.

Fieldwork: The Best Preparation

Through fieldwork, you'll:

• Gain confidence in your skills & ability
• Put theory into practice
• Acquire experience in your chosen field
• Identify your special area of interest
• Network for future job opportunities

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Flexible Learning Methods To help fit your study around your lifestyle, work and family commitments, we provide a choice of learning methods: On-campus in Sydney, Melbourne or Brisbane Interactive and lively classes; maximum of 18 students per class By correspondence Study from anywhere in Australia and overseas; all you need is a postal address Online Log on and learn from anywhere in the world; all you need is regular computer and Internet access Summer School Intensive study option for busy students or those who want to complete their studies sooner

Flexible & Affordable Study Flexibility and support were the reasons I chose ACAP. Choice of class times means I can continue to work full-time and the government loan scheme helps pay my fees. Malcolm Breen

You can select a different study method for each module you enrol in. If you choose to study your full qualification by correspondence or online, you will still need to attend ACAP's intensive development workshops on campus to further develop your skills.

Contact a SEEK Learning consultant for more information about the different study methods available and enrolment dates.

Practical Assessments, Not Exams

There are no exams for this course. As ACAP values experiential learning, the College uses assessments to determine if learning outcomes have been achieved.

ACAP's assessments combine both theory and practice, and can take the form of interviews, videotaped role-plays, self-critiques, essays, journals, projects and presentations. Most modules contain 3 assessments.

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Exceptional Student Support

A wide range of student support is available:

• Academic guidance: get professional assistance to help you understand and prepare for assessments - especially useful for those who have not studied for many years or are unfamiliar with academic requirements to satisfy tertiary standards
• Student resources: access academic and administrative information through a web-based resource centre
• Student support counsellors: receive professional career guidance and counselling from qualified experts

In addition, those studying by correspondence or online have access to a dedicated support person by phone or email.

You may also be eligible for financial assistance through the FEE-Higher Education Loans Program (FEE-HELP). Contact a SEEK Learning consultant now to discuss your eligibility.

About ACAP

ACAP is a leading Higher Education Provider (HEP) in applied psychology and a Registered Training Organisation (RTO). ACAP educators are highly experienced practitioners with current industry knowledge.

A key component of ACAP's applied psychology and counselling courses is fieldwork, which involves you securing work placement within an organisation of your choice. ACAP will help you organise this and support you throughout your placement.

Many ACAP students are offered paid employment as a direct result of their work placements.

Find out more about ACAP.