Studying postgrad, there are great networking opportunities with classmates because so many of your fellow students have industry experience.
David Kwame Arthur
Graduate Diploma in Counselling
After completing his Business degree and spending eight years in a related career, David Kwame Arthur realised his true passion lay in counselling and pursued postgraduate studies.
“I studied my Business degree at VU. I was attracted to the industry experience embedded in the course, and in particular the Co-op year.
After graduating, I worked in employment services for eight years as a consultant and manager. I enjoyed working with people, but I really wanted to dedicate my career to helping others. So I approached VU and decided on postgraduate studies in Counselling.
What made my studies possible was the flexibility of the course to fit around my full-time work – as well as the openness and support from teachers and staff.
During my postgrad studies I was fortunate to get a work placement at my old high school in a counselling role focusing on student wellbeing. Studying postgrad, there are also great networking opportunities with classmates because so many of your fellow students have industry experience.
Now I work full-time as a drug and alcohol forensic counsellor and assessor at Stepping Up Consortium.
Two years ago my brother and I started Back on Track Initiative, engaging with at-risk and vulnerable young people through platforms such as music and sports. It’s just our way of paying it forward.”
David’s VU journey
Bachelor of Business (HR/Hospitality Management)
Graduate Diploma in Counselling
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