Australian Institute of Professional Counsellors

As a mature-age student returning to study, I was honestly quite nervous about completing a Diploma online. I wasn't sure if I'd cope with the technology or whether I'd feel supported, but AIPC has exceeded my expectations in every way. The online learning platform is incredibly user friendly, well structured, and easy to follow. The course… Read more ·  1

content is engaging, practical, and explained in a way that builds confidence as you progress. What has stood out the most is the incredible support from the staff. Every person I've dealt with has been approachable, encouraging, and genuinely invested in helping students succeed. A special thank you to my assessor during my recent practical assessment. They were absolutely amazing. Their calm, supportive approach immediately put me at ease, allowing me to perform at my best. I left feeling encouraged, motivated, and even more excited about becoming a counsellor. If you're considering studying counselling, especially if you're a little older or feeling unsure about online learning, I highly recommend AIPC. Enrolling has been one of the best decisions I've made.

The worst company to deal with extremely pushy do not tell you the truth and extremely rude. Do not waste your time with this company pay the extra and go through someone else. I am left paying for something I did not purchase. I do not or will I ever recommend this company.

The course has been fantastic, I can't recommend it highly enough. The individual assessments and relevant resources are well presented and very user friendly. Those providing study assistance are always very welcoming and responsive. The face to face practical seminars are excellently facilitated and are a goldmine of insights and advice from the assessors. I have thoroughly enjoyed my experience with AIPC.

I thoroughly enjoyed the course! It was fascinating to learn new counselling skills and techniques to support people through times of distress and difficulty. I also greatly appreciated the opportunity to practise these skills during the many practical sessions, which helped build my confidence and competence as a counsellor. I would especially… Read more

like to thank Kellie Cox for her kind yet professional approach to assessing my practical sessions. Her encouragement, constructive feedback, and valuable counselling tips were truly appreciated and made a real difference to my learning experience.

I am excited to begin a new chapter in my career as a well-trained counsellor and look forward to putting my skills into practice to make a positive difference in people's lives.

Thank you, AIPC, for this rewarding learning experience!

Really enjoyed the course, I did the entire course remotely and it work really well. Whenever I emailed student support I generally got a reply within 24 hours. The theory work is achievable but is a long process, the practicals are achievable. Well worth the effort! Show reply

Studying with AIPC has been a very positive experience. I found the organisation easy to deal with from enrolment through to assessment, and the overall process felt well-structured and straightforward. The feedback provided on the workbooks was invaluable and helped deepen my understanding of the material. However, the seminars were by far the… Read more ·  1

highlight of my studies. The assessor was extremely knowledgeable and brought a depth of insight that added real value to the learning experience. She had a remarkable ability to draw out the best in every student and create a supportive, engaging environment.

I was extremely anxious about attending the seminars initially, and I wasn’t alone — every one of us had delayed our practicals due to nerves. After the first seminar, there was a shared sense of relief and confidence, and we were all genuinely glad we had attended. Meeting other students and learning alongside them was both reassuring and encouraging.

Overall, AIPC is a great place to study. The experience was hassle-free, the support was strong, and the quality of teaching — particularly in the seminars — was outstanding. It is clear the assessors bring a high level of expertise and genuine commitment to student development.

Thank you very much for the excellent AIPC Diploma of Counselling course that I have completed in Adelaide. I was extremely pleased with the course content, which provided me with job-ready information and skills and the quick turnaround with the online assessments, and I highly appreciated the flexible, self-paced online modules and the… Read more ·  1

face-to-face weekend practical sessions in the Adelaide office, where I could put into practice everything I have learnt in the theoretical components while mingling with fellow students and our mentors, who facilitated our practical assessments with great professionalism, kindness and care and also provided valuable general and individual, personalised feedback in a safe, pleasant and collaborative atmosphere. The formal and informal discussions in these practicals added an extra dimension to my learning experience. The course gave me a solid foundation of theoretical knowledge and practical counselling skills, and the confidence to start working as a counsellor in the industry, while I am also inspired to keep learning and adding to my repertoire of skills. After completing my Diploma course, I am currently completing two Advanced Study Majors with AIPC. I am also grateful for the support of the AIPC Adelaide Office, who always provided excellent support throughout my studies. Patricia Zoltan, graduate of AIPC Diploma of Counselling

I have had a very positive experience studying through the Australian Institute of Professional Counsellors (AIPC). I first completed my Diploma of Counselling in 2019 and recently returned to complete my Diploma of Financial Counselling in 2026. Having chosen AIPC for a second qualification reflects my confidence in the quality of education and… Read more

the flexibility of their learning approach. Being able to study at my own pace while balancing work and other commitments has been particularly valuable.

The Diploma of Financial Counselling provided me with an opportunity to expand my professional knowledge and skills, which I was able to put into practice during my 220-hour supervised placement.

I have appreciated my learning journey with AIPC and the support provided by the Perth branch. I would happily recommend AIPC to anyone considering further studies in counselling or related fields.

I recently completed my qualification with the Australian Institute of Professional Counsellors and have had a very positive experience throughout my studies. The course was well structured and provided a good balance of theory and practical knowledge, which has given me greater confidence in my understanding and skills as a counsellor. I found… Read more ·  1

the flexibility of the course particularly helpful, allowing me to study around my work and other commitments. The resources provided were comprehensive, and the support available throughout the course was greatly appreciated.

Completing this qualification has been a rewarding experience and has given me the knowledge and confidence to continue my journey in supporting and helping others. I would happily recommend AIPC to anyone considering a career in counselling.

Great outfit with great support. The assessors are a wealth of knowledge and support, all staff are a pleasure to deal with, really looking to accommodate you and your needs. Theory side of the course is well laid out and easy to navigate through at your pace and the practicals are an interesting experience and great to get to know other future counsellors, but also to get much needed info from the assessors, who are great at what they do. Show reply

Do not give them your details. They spammed my phone with calls for months even after I said I wasn't interested. They keep msging me and I say STOP, as the bottom of the message instructs to opt out, yet the msgs keep coming every two days.

Emailed on twice requesting cost of courses, both occasions Course Summaries sent, request for costs omitted. Main HO number 1800 334 348 reverts to answer machine ( 3 calls made between 2pm and 3pm 24/9/2025).

Found this company to be underhanded. They give you a price for a course then when I read some unsavoury comments about them, I decided to not go ahead. Now they bombard me with texts and emails claiming that they can reduce the course by thousands of dollars. If it was legit, then there would be no need to pester potential customers. I have saved… Read more

all the emails and have asked customer service how they can give me such massive discounts on a counselling course . No explanation. I would steer well clear. Also the CEO doesn’t answer any customers queries. She’s busy apparently . I smell a rat

I’ve been really impressed with the AIPC Course, and the practicals, which I was a little nervous about, have been more than just practicals. The opportunity to meet fellow students, and to get incredibly valuable advice, guidance and knowledge from practicing counsellors and psychologists, who happen to be great teachers too. Location 10/10… Read more ·  1

(check out the food markets in Parramatta Square for lunch) Space 10/10 Time allocated 10/10 Teachers 100/10 (that’s not a typo, their experience alone is priceless) Thank you!

I studied with AIPC Perth and every contact, whether through admin or training was kind, respectful and professional. The facilitators and assessors were knowledgeable, approachable and experienced. I always felt inspired by their experiences and character. Thank you for a wonderful learning journey both professionally and personally. Show reply

Great opportunity to have a glimpse about counselling career, how is it to learn online, and having support in Perth from the team when challenged. Thank you for the course and support! Show reply

The practical assessment was well structured and the facilitator gave us a lot of support and practical information to assist us with the role plays. Feedback was constructive and non-judgemental. It was a fun way of turning the theory into practice. Show reply

I would highly recommend AIPC Perth to anyone considering further study. The flexibility of being able to complete the course in my own time has been invaluable and has allowed me to continue progressing at a pace that suited my circumstances. Although the journey has taken me longer than expected, I am finally seeing the rewards of all the hard… Read more ·  1

work and support along the way.

A special mention must go to Lisa, who delivers the practical components of the course. She has been truly exceptional throughout my learning experience. Her knowledge, professionalism, patience, and genuine kindness have made such a positive impact on my confidence and understanding. Lisa has an incredible ability to make students feel supported and capable, and her passion for teaching is evident in every interaction.

The material is good and the resources are excellent! Fast and effective when I require feedback or assessments marked. The only thing that needs work is a fair chunk of the questions are poorly worded or have little care taken to ensure the grammar is correct. This was the only negative part of the experience as it added extra and unnecessary confusion to what the assessment questions were asking. Show details ·  1

Highly recommended!! 5 Star help for busy lifestyles! Studying my Diploma with AIPC has been an incredible experience. The self-paced online course structure and flexible delivery made it so easy to manage alongside my full-time work and family commitments. The absolute highlight, however, was the practical component led by Lisa Gray. Lisa is an… Read more ·  1

outstanding professional, deeply knowledgeable, fair, and incredibly supportive. She shares so much practical wisdom and instantly removes the stress from assessments. If you need a course that fits into a busy life but still offers top-tier, human support, this is it.

The counsellors I’ve had exposure to have been incredibly inspiring in the way they create safe, non-judgemental spaces where people feel genuinely heard and supported. Their ability to listen, guide conversations, and help provide feedback to better new counsellors is something I deeply admire. Show reply

Such a great experience and very productive day with AIPC Adelaide. ​Thanks from my deep heart to Carol, the assessor at AIPC, for her exceptional professionalism and warmth. She was incredibly friendly and managed to make the entire day run smoothly, her positive spirit and encouraging words removed all the tension, allowing us to complete our… Read more ·  1

role-plays completely stress-free. Beyond her kindness, Carol was highly collaborative, even helping us coordinate our upcoming assessment schedules. She is clearly a natural talent in her field, exceptionally knowledgeable and supported by a strong academic background, making her an absolute pleasure to work with.

I had a really positive experience studying with the Australian Institute of Professional Counsellors in Adelaide. The flexibility of online learning made it manageable alongside full-time work and life commitments, while the course content was practical, engaging, and deeply meaningful. The support from the Adelaide team throughout my Diploma… Read more ·  1

journey was always encouraging and responsive, and I felt genuinely supported from enrolment through to graduation. The learning experience not only helped build counselling skills and confidence, but also encouraged personal growth along the way.

I’m grateful for the experience and would definitely recommend AIPC Adelaide to anyone considering a career in counselling.