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Counselling vs social work: what’s the difference?
Both counsellors and social workers help people navigate difficult circumstances, but their roles and approaches are quite different.
How to switch to counselling mid-career
From study pathways to tips from a counsellor who’s already taken the leap, here’s everything you need to know about becoming a counsellor later in life.
Counselling jobs and career pathways in Australia
From direct counselling jobs to other career pathways, a counselling qualification can open up work across a wide range of settings.
Which counselling specialisation is right for you?
Explore the major counselling specialisations, what each involves and where they can lead, to help you narrow down your options and choose a direction.
Counselling salaries in Australia: how much can you earn?
If you’re weighing up a counselling degree but want an honest look at what it pays, this guide reveals it all, so you can make a clear-eyed decision about if it’s the right path for you.
Psychology salaries in Australia: how much can you earn?
Where you work, what you specialise in and the experience you build can all make a difference to your financial future in psychology.
What does a counsellor do?
Whether you’re exploring counselling for the first time or considering a career change, this guide is a great place to start. Learn what a counsellor does, who they work with, and whether it’s the right career for you.
A day in the life of a counsellor in Australia
Go behind the scenes of a counsellor's working day. Explore how they structure their time and the challenges they face.
How to choose a psychology specialisation
A degree in psychology can open up lots of career doors. But how do you choose your specialisation, and what do you need to qualify for specific roles?
Psychology vs counselling: which should I study?
Weighing up psychology against counselling? Student advisor Samira Kamboj breaks down what sets these two paths apart, from training and registration through to the work you'll do in each career.
What is counselling? An introduction to the field
If you’ve ever wondered whether a career in counselling could be the right fit for you, this guide is a great place to start. We detail exactly what counselling is, how it works in practice and where it could take you.
Psychology vs psychiatry: what’s the difference?
Trying to work out whether psychology or psychiatry is the right path for you? We break down what each profession actually involves, how the training differs, and how to figure out which one fits the future you're picturing.