CHC81315 · AQF Level 8
Graduate Certificate in Career Development Practice
The CHC81315 Graduate Certificate in Career Development Practice is Australia's highest nationally recognised vocational qualification for career development professionals. It is designed for practitioners working in career counselling, workforce development, employment services, and tertiary education careers roles.
- Qualification code
- CHC81315
- AQF level
- Level 8
- Duration
- 6–12 months
- Delivery
- Online, Blended
- Price range
- From $4,000
What you'll learn
- Advanced career development theory and research
- Complex career counselling and coaching practice
- Labour market intelligence and career information systems
- Group facilitation and career programs design
- Supervision and professional practice development
- Ethics and standards in career development practice
Career outcomes
Typical roles held by graduates of the Graduate Certificate in Career Development Practice. Salary ranges sourced from SEEK Salary Insights 2025.
Senior Career Development Practitioner
$85,000–$115,000
Career Counsellor
$80,000–$110,000
Workforce Development Manager
$90,000–$125,000
Career Services Manager
$95,000–$130,000
Entry requirements
Applicants should hold a relevant Certificate IV or Diploma in Career Development, HR, education, or a related field — or have significant professional experience in career advisory or workforce development.
RPL available for this qualification
Experienced career practitioners with 5+ years of professional practice may be eligible for RPL. Evidence typically includes case studies, assessments, and professional development records.
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