Become an ACA Counsellor
Our professional community includes practitioners, academics and students within the counselling and psychotherapy sector.
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Our Community
Thank you for considering registration with the Australian Counselling Association, the leading peak body for counselling and psychotherapy. We are a community of dedicated professionals committed to upholding the highest standards of ethical practice, continuous learning, and the wellbeing of individuals and communities across Australia.
Our community includes practitioners, academics and students within the counselling and psychotherapy sector. ACA does not accept qualifications in psychology, social science, social work, welfare, mental health, education, theology, genetic counselling, financial counselling, rehabilitation counselling, or hybrid qualifications.
Registration with ACA is an ongoing investment in your professional growth and success. As the landscape of mental health evolves, ACA is dedicated to evolving with it, ensuring that you remain at the forefront of the counselling profession. You will be equipped with professional support and resources, fostering opportunities that contribute to, and shape, professional excellence.
Why Join the ACA?
Registration
Be recognised for your skills and experience in counselling and psychotherapy.
Latest Industry News
Keep up to date with the latest news and opportunities relevant to you.
Representation
ACA leads in advocacy and engagement.
Insurance
Enjoy significant savings on insurance with our trusted partners.
Professional Development
Grow professionally with ongoing training and on-demand resources.
Retail Offers
Access exclusive offers on products and services.
Recognition
Communicate that you are a qualified professional with your ACA digital certificate and registration badge.
Community
Be part of a friendly, open, and trusted community.
What do I need to apply?
- Certificate or Testamur of qualification
in Counselling certified by a Justice of the Peace - Full Academic Transcript of qualification
in Counselling certified by a Justice of the Peace - A current National Police Check Certificate, Working With Children Check or Blue Card
- Optional: Post Qualification Supervision Letter (if
applicable)
Prerequisites
registration. ACA does not accept qualifications in psychology, social science, social work, welfare, mental health, education, theology, genetic counselling, financial counselling, rehabilitation counselling, or hybrid qualifications.
There are no prerequisites to join ACA if you have completed your counselling qualification within the past five years.
If your qualification is more than five years old, you will need to provide evidence of working in the field or previous supervision hours to meet the ACA Recency Clause.
Recency
Recognition of Prior Learning
Join the Australian Counselling Association
You will join a community of dedicated professionals committed to upholding the highest standards of ethical practice, continuous learning, and the wellbeing of individuals and communities across Australia.
As the landscape of mental health evolves, ACA is dedicated to evolving with it, ensuring that you remain at the forefront of the counselling profession.
