Apply Now

Psychology Courses – 2021

Applications for February 2021 intakes in all postgraduate psychology programs are now open and will close on 31 October 2020.

Apply Now

To keep up to date on when our mid-year 2021 applications will open, follow us on Facebook and Twitter or register your interest below.

Counselling and Psychotherapy Courses – 2021

Applications for February 2021 intakes in all counselling and psychotheray programs are now open and will close on 31 October 2020.

Apply Now

Register for Course Information

By submitting your interest for future intakes and courses, you will be added to a mailing list and will be contacted prior to the opening of the next application round.

Single Subject Enrolment

Single subjects are a flexible option that allows students to enrol in a selection of units from our postgraduate courses, as single subject short courses. All coursework units from our postgraduate course, excluding placement and research units, are available for single subject enrolment.

Single Subject Expression Of Interest

RTO Courses – 2020

To submit an expression of interest for our VET Certificate IV course, please contact us on [email protected].

Professional Development / Short Courses

To view our professional development opportunities, please click here.

Resources for Applicants

Please refer to the FAQ page for any further information.

References Required

Applicants must provide references using the online HODSPA reference system. A guide on how to use the system is available here. All references must be completed and received through the HODSPA system no later than two weeks after the applications close date listed above.

The Master of Psychology (Clinical Psychology) requires two academic references and one professional reference.
Master of Professional Psychology Practice requires two academic references and one professional reference.
The Graduate Certificate of Counselling and Psychotherapy, the Graduate Diploma of Counselling and Psychotherapy, and the Master of Counselling and Psychotherapy all require two references; we prefer at least one academic reference. However, if you have been out of higher education for more than ten years then two professional references or voluntary references will be sufficient.

Note: The Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) does not require references.

Latest

Professional Development

The Short Course Centre offers tailored education programs and sessional lectures for the general public, professionals working in the field of mental health, corporate clients, provisional psychologists and their supervisors.
Student Support Services

Students have access to support services including counsellors and mentors who can assist with study skills, time management, academic progress, assistance with English language, and other academic issues.
Statement of Tuition Assurance – Higher Education

Tuition assurance protects students in the event a course of study provided by an approved HELP provider ceases to be provided after it starts but before it is completed. Find our more here.
Scholarships and Awards

Every scholarship transforms the lives of our students, making a real difference to their education, and to the diverse communities of which they are a part.
Our Campus and Lecture Rooms

Our lecture, tutorial and counselling rooms are fully equipped to meet student needs, with accessible individual workstations for between classes and common student areas.
MyCMI and Canvas

my.CMI is the central destination for your studies at Cairnmillar. Students will find links to everything they need and information about all of their requirements throughout their course.
Library and Test Library

The Library at Cairnmillar is a highly specialised library resource, aimed at the curriculum requirements of our students, psychological research and clinical psychology.
Alumni

We are very proud of the contribution our graduates make to the vision of the organisation and to the communities in which they work throughout Australia and overseas.
Policies and Procedures

View all official Cairnmillar Institute student services and formal teaching policies.
International Students

Every year more than two million students choose to study in Australia at private organisations like Cairnmillar. Our international reputation for excellence in the area of professional education and education are widely known.

Accessibility
Postgraduate Courses

We now have several pathways for people to become psychologists through our Doctorate and Masters Degrees, Graduate Diplomas and Graduate Certificates in Psychology, Counselling and Psychotherapy.
Sample faq post

This is summary text, it is best kept to under 100 characters and should include keywords for SEO.
Sample page post

This is summary text, it is best kept to under 100 characters and should include keywords for SEO.
Sample faq post

This is summary text, it is best kept to under 100 characters and should include keywords for SEO.
About Us

Caring for the Mental Health and Wellbeing of Victorians by Providing Health Professional Education, Research and Consultancy, Targeted Community Programs, and Support to Organisations Through Leadership and Workforce Learning
Sample blog post

This is summary text, it is best kept to under 100 characters and should include keywords for SEO.
Chronic Suicidality and Self-Harm in Borderline Personality Disorder: Managing the Risk - August 2020

Clients with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) or traits are often chronically suicidal and use self-harm to regulate their emotional world. Working therapeutically with these presentations requires the clinician to assess and manage the risk differently.
Appointment Fees and Medicare Rebates

From day one, we have always tried to ensure that no one would be turned away because they did not have the money needed for our services.
Chronic Suicidality and Self-Harm in Borderline Personality Disorder: Managing the Risk

Clients with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) or traits are often chronically suicidal and use self-harm to regulate their emotional world. Working therapeutically with these presentations requires the clinician to assess and manage the risk differently.