Australian Institute of Professional Counsellors
Brisbane, Australia
Quick facts
- World rank
- Unranked
- Acceptance rate
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- Students
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- International students
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- Institution type
- Private
- Founded
- 1992
Overview
Australian Institute of Professional Counsellors (AIPC) specialises in education for counselling and other helping professions. Its offerings include vocational certificates and diplomas, bachelor degrees, graduate certificates, graduate diplomas, master degrees and professional development. Study areas span counselling, social work, community services, allied health, and education and care. Many courses are delivered online with full-time and part-time options. The Bachelor of Social Work combines mostly online learning with residential schools. An international Master of Counselling is delivered on campus in Melbourne and Perth through Acknowledge Education. Student support includes education advisors, program leaders, lecturers and tutors. AIPC also provides graduates with free career coaching services and resources to support employment or establishing a private practice.
Fields of study
- Counselling
- Social Work
- Community Services
- Allied Health
- Education and Care
- Mental Health
- Youth Work
- Alcohol and Other Drugs
- Financial Counselling
- Disability Support
- Health Administration
- Health Services Assistance
- Dental Assisting
- Allied Health Assistance
- Practice Management
- Education Support
- Early Childhood Education and Care
- Rehabilitation Counselling
- Behaviour Therapy
- Neuro-affirming Practice
- Coaching and Leadership
- Relationship Counselling
- Family Counselling
- Child and Youth Counselling
- Problem Gambling Support
Accreditation: Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency (TEQSA) and Australian Skills Quality Authority (ASQA)
Admissions requirements
- IELTS (minimum)
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- TOEFL iBT (minimum)
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- GPA (minimum)
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- Intakes
- February, March, April, May, July, October, November
- Application deadlines
- Rolling; standard intakes commence four times annually.
- Rolling admissions
- Yes
- Admissions contact
- support@aipc.net.au
Requirements differ between programs. Check the program page and the university's admissions office for the latest criteria.
Tuition & costs
International students
A$20,000 – A$45,000 / course
From about $13,200 / year
Domestic students
A$3,000 – A$10,000 / course
AIPC advertises discounts for upfront payments, monthly instalment options and government FEE-HELP for higher education courses. The supplied evidence does not establish 2026 tuition amounts, international fees, application fees or a uniform tuition charging period.
Tuition varies by program. Confirm with the university before applying.
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Information last verified Sep 22, 2026. Last updated Oct 14, 2026. Fees, deadlines and requirements change — always confirm with the university.