Hello everyone! It’s been an exciting year here at AIPC and it’s always great to look back over the year and see all that has been achieved during the year.
Possibly one of our most important achievements during 2009 has been obtaining approval in August as a Higher Education Provider. This means that AIPC Bachelor of Counselling students are able to pay their degree subject fees through the Fee Help system. Fee Help is a loan scheme that assists eligible fee-paying students to pay their tuition fees. The Australian Government pays the amount of the tuition (subject) fee to the Institute and the student then repays the loan through the Australian taxation system once their annual income is at a minimum amount.
While the Institute always keeps our course and subject fees as affordable as possible, approval as a Higher Education Provider is very important for AIPC students because it means degree-level education is a more affordable option for students studying at the undergraduate level.
For those Diploma students who like to study online, we are adding some video lectures on key Diploma topics to the AIPC Online Resource Centre. The initial lectures will be available from January and I’m sure students will find these a valuable supplement to their written course materials and other online educational tools that are available on the website. We will gradually add further topics during 2010 and by the end of the year there will be 18 video lectures available.
I would like to thank all of our dedicated staff whom work so tirelessly to ensure our students enjoy a fulfilling learning experience during their studies. Each one of AIPC’s Education Advisers, Lecturers, Private Assessors, Tutors, Markers, Course Developers and Administrative staff play an integral role in the intricate educational process and enjoy contributing to the progress of our students.
There are also a number of our staff whom have reached ten years working with AIPC during 2009 or will reach this milestone in early 2010. Adelaide students will know Carol Moore very well, our Adelaide Branch Manager and Lecturer. Carol initially began as a Lecturer in Adelaide in August 1999 and then in 2001, took over the Branch Manager’s role.
Anda Davies, an education staff member at Head Office, commenced as an Assessor in 1999 and in 2000 joined the Head Office as a Project Officer. Since then, she has held a variety of capacities with AIPC. She is currently a Marker for the Diploma of Professional Counselling and a Lecturer for the Bachelor of Counselling.
Harry Davis, AIPC’s Accountant, began with AIPC in April 2000. Not only is Harry one of AIPC’s longest serving staff members, he is also AIPC’s oldest staff member (I’m sure he won’t mind me mentioning this!). He is a wonderful testament to how age does not mean you need to slow down or retire and I hope he remains with us for some years to come.
I would like to personally thank each of these staff members for their significant and valuable contributions over the last 10 years. They are important representatives of the AIPC spirit and constantly display loyalty and commitment in their roles.
Congratulations also to all AIPC graduates whom have finished your course this year! Graduating from your course is a wonderful achievement and testimony to the time and effort you have dedicated to your studies. Myself, and quite a number of AIPC staff, have also been furthering our own knowledge this year through various courses and further education, so we know the organisation and commitment that is required to fit your studies into your busy schedules. Finishing your course is the culmination of your efforts and the beginning of an exciting new career of Counsellor!
Finally, from everyone here at the Institute, I wish you and your families a safe and festive Christmas and New Year. We look forward to catching up with you all in 2010!
Best wishes for a Merry Xmas,
Sandra Poletto
Chief Executive Officer
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