This specialisation will help you develop skills to work with rurally based clients to set goals and budgets. Using a client-focused financial counselling process you will explore ways to help clients achieve their financial goals and manage what at times can be difficult situations.
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- DurationThis is an online, self-directed course delivered via our online portal, Booth Online. You will have a maximum of six months from enrolment to complete this course.
- Date2025 Enrolment Intakes:
27 January - 10 February
Course start date: 17 February
9 June - 23 June
Course start date: 30 June - Delivery ModeOnline + self-directed
- Trainer(s) Fiona Taylor | Susan Kelley
- Fees$900 AUD
This fee includes all learning and assessment resources, online support and assessment services for a period of six months.
Course fee reductions and subsidies may also apply for personnel of The Salvation Army. More information is available in the Personnel Development Policy here.
What does a Rural Financial Counsellor do?
A Rural Financial Counsellor works for community agencies in all states and territories, providing free, independent and confidential information to farmers and rural small businesses. Find out more in the video below
Throughout this course you will acquire specialist skills and knowledge required to adapt practice to a rural context, targeting the specific needs of rurally based clients by using a structured strengths-based and client-focused financial counselling process.
"Eva Burrows College was so supportive and encouraging throughout the entire study process – from enrolment to studying and assessment tasks. Their admin staff was always happy to help with anything I required, and my Trainer was incredible, going above and beyond to assist me with any questions or concerns I had. Any assessment tasks that required resubmission were kindly handled with care and knowledge to assist me to learn and understand the concepts of the questions.
The Trainers have lived experience in the role, and I think that makes such a big difference in such a niche field. I have studied with other online training institutes and would highly recommend Eva Burrows College above the others - their care and knowledge are second to none!” - Bonnie
Course Structure
This specialisation is a nationally recognised qualification which requires the successful completion of three units over a six month period.
Refer to the Units tab above for a full list of units available at Eva Burrows College for this course.
Note: When selected as elective units, as part of the two year CHC51122 Diploma of Financial Counselling, the successful completion of the three units of Rural Specialisation qualifies the recipient for the award of Diploma of Financial Counselling (Rural).
Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification, however, prior agricultural experience or currently working in the industry is preferred, as the rural units require initial understanding of the industry.
This course is open to Australian residents. Unfortunately, we are not registered to accept international students. The eligibility of students will be confirmed during enrolment.
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For more details about this course click on the Course Information Brochure below.
Ready to Apply?
To register your interest, email vtoenquiries@ebc.edu.au. The 2025 Enrolment Intakes for this course are:
- 27 February-10 February
- 9 June-23 June
An online enrolment application link will be emailed to you once the intake opens.
Elective
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AHCBUS516 Develop and review a business plan
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AHCBUS518 Prepare and monitor budgets and financial reports
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CHCFIN011 Provide rural financial counselling services
These units provide credit towards a range of qualifications.
Note: These units can be selected as three required electives as part of the two year CHC51122 Diploma of Financial Counselling,
For information on this course or any other Vocational Training courses email vtoenquiries@ebc.edu.au