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Bachelor of Counselling

Applications for the 2027 Bachelor of Counselling open on 31 August 2026. The current target closing date is 6 November 2026.

Counselling at BTI

Develop the personal awareness, professional knowledge, and practical skills needed to support individuals, couples, whānau, and communities.

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Why study Counselling at BTI?

  • Full-time and part-time study options
  • Small teaching groups onsite and online
  • Personalised learning support
  • Professional preparation grounded in practice

Formed in Community

  • Christ-centred and biblically informed learning
  • A relational, strengths-based learning community
  • Educators who take time to know and support you
  • Opportunities for personal growth and transformation

Career Outcomes

  • Pathway towards professional association membership
  • Roles in community and social service agencies
  • Opportunities in churches and community organisations
  • Potential progression into private practice

Bachelor of Counselling

Professional and personal formation
2027 applications open 31 August Application Snapshot
  • Applications open 31 August 2026
  • Target close 6 November 2026
  • Semester 1 intake only
  • Domestic applications accepted
  • International applications considered
  • On-campus and distance delivery
  • On-campus attendance required

Overview

Counsellors journey with individuals, couples, and families as they face challenges, grow, and make changes. BTI’s counselling degree offers a distinctive blend of learning designed to develop the heart, mind, awareness, and practice of each student.

During the three-year programme, students develop the knowledge and skills to support children, young people, and adults facing grief, trauma, addiction, relationship challenges, anxiety, depression, and social or cultural disconnection.

Delivery

The programme is available either onsite at BTI’s Tauranga campus or by distance from within New Zealand.

All students attend compulsory block courses on campus once per semester, normally in February or March and again in August. Because campus attendance is required, this is not a fully online programme.

Study Commitment

Full-time students should allow approximately 35–40 hours per week. Part-time students should allow approximately one day per week for each course studied.

International students with relevant interest, maturity, and calling may apply. The 2027 programme document states that an international applicant’s application must be exemplary. Applicants should contact BTI to discuss eligibility and attendance requirements before applying.
Entry Requirements Apply for 2027

Programme Information

Explore study and career pathways

Review the programme guide for detailed information about study, professional formation, entry requirements, and the application process.

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The available programme guide is labelled 2026. Applicants should confirm any 2027 changes with BTI before relying on its dates, fees, or admission information.

Ready to Take the Next Step?

Apply for the 2027 Bachelor of Counselling or contact BTI to discuss entry requirements, delivery options, and professional preparation.

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“Choosing BTI to pursue my dream of counselling has provided me with a steadfast base to my practice that helps me to have confidence in my abilities as well as an awareness to continually reflect and strive to be the best practitioner I can be for my clients.” 

Shivonne – BTI Counselling graduate

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