Start Your Career in Mental Health with a Bachelor of Psychology & Counselling

 Are you passionate about understanding the human mind and helping others lead better lives? A Bachelor of Psychology and Counselling could be the perfect course to begin your career in mental health and human services. At Cairnmillar Institute, you can study a comprehensive psychology course that combines academic theory with practical counselling skills—preparing you for a meaningful and rewarding future.



What is a Bachelor of Psychology?

A Bachelor of Psychology is an undergraduate degree that provides students with a strong foundation in human behaviour, mental processes, and psychological research. It explores areas such as:

  • Developmental and cognitive psychology

  • Biological psychology

  • Personality and individual differences

  • Mental health and disorders

  • Counselling theory and practice

This course not only introduces you to the science of psychology but also helps you build essential soft skills such as empathy, communication, and problem-solving—ideal for roles in both clinical and community settings.

Why Choose Cairnmillar Institute?

Cairnmillar Institute is one of Australia’s leading psychology and counselling education providers. The Bachelor of Psychology and Counselling offered here is accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC), making it a recognised pathway toward becoming a registered psychologist or counsellor.

Key benefits of studying at Cairnmillar:

  • Small class sizes with personal academic support

  • Highly experienced teaching staff who are also practitioners

  • Flexible study options (on-campus, online or blended)

  • Direct access to real-world experience via Cairnmillar’s clinics and placements

Explore the full course details here:
๐Ÿ‘‰ Bachelor of Psychology and Counselling at Cairnmillar

What Will You Learn?

Throughout this psychology course, you'll study topics including:

  • Theories of counselling and psychotherapy

  • Research and data analysis

  • Ethics in mental health practice

  • Abnormal and clinical psychology

  • Behavioural neuroscience

The inclusion of counselling components means you'll also develop practical, job-ready skills for working with individuals, families, or groups experiencing mental health challenges.

Career Pathways After a Psychology Degree

Completing your Bachelor of Psychology and Counselling opens many doors. Graduates can pursue careers in:

  • Mental health support

  • Community and social work

  • Youth work and school wellbeing

  • Health promotion and policy

  • Human resources and organisational psychology

This degree also lays the groundwork for postgraduate study, including Honours, Clinical Psychology, Counselling, or related fields.

Is Psychology the Right Course for You?

Psychology is a perfect course for people who enjoy working with others, solving problems, and making a positive impact. If you're curious about why people think, feel, and behave the way they do—and you want to make a real difference—this course will give you both the knowledge and practical training to get started.

Enrol Now and Build a Career that Changes Lives

With mental health support more important than ever, there's never been a better time to begin your journey in psychology. Start building a career that supports people, transforms communities, and contributes to mental wellbeing in Australia and beyond.

๐Ÿ”— Learn more and apply today at:
https://www.cairnmillar.org.au/course/bachelor-psychology-counselling/

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