Course Coordinator - Counselling

Company Description

Established as the Australian Institute of Professional Counsellors (AIPC), we now also deliver specialist education across counselling, social work, community services and allied health. With more than 30 years’ experience, AIPC is Australia’s leading provider of counselling education*, offering nationally recognised and industry-accredited programs including the Diploma, Bachelor and Master of Counselling. 

Our focus is on developing capable, work-ready graduates through practical, industry-informed education delivered by experienced practitioners. 

To learn more, please visit: https://www.aipc.net.au/ 

Job Description

Salary: $110,000 base + super

Reporting to the AIPC Provost, the Course Coordinator – Counselling is responsible for coordinating the delivery and assessment of counselling programs within AIPC’s higher education portfolio. 

This role offers a strong opportunity for an experienced counselling professional to step into an academic leadership pathway, bringing practical industry experience into higher education. Working closely with academic and professional teams, you will support high-quality teaching, student outcomes, and ongoing course improvement while gaining exposure to academic coordination, governance, and curriculum development. You will also have the opportunity to access Associate Fellowship funding to support your professional development.

Key responsibilities include: 

• Coordinating the delivery and assessment of counselling programs to ensure high-quality teaching and learning outcomes. 
• Supporting and guiding academic staff, including workload coordination and teaching quality. 
• Ensuring compliance with academic governance, accreditation and regulatory requirements. 
• Contributing to course and subject development, curriculum review and continuous improvement initiatives. 
• Supporting student success through engagement, academic support processes and quality assurance activities. 
• Participating in academic planning, reporting and institutional initiatives. 

Qualifications

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• A minimum qualification of a Master's degree, with at least 3 years (full-time) relevant experience.
• Demonstrated teaching ability in relevant fields at an undergraduate and postgraduate level.
• Eligibility for membership with a relevant professional association 
• Strong stakeholder engagement and academic administration experience 

*Applicants must be willing to undergo an Australian Federal Police (AFP) Check.

Additional Information

Why AIPC?

• Access Associate Fellowship funding to support your long-term professional development.
• Hybrid working environment (4 from the office, 1 from home) with a blend of in-person and online course delivery.
• Enjoy a collaborative culture with accessible leadership, strong collegial support, and the opportunity to contribute beyond the classroom.

For the full list of employee benefits and to learn more about working with us, please visit our website: - About Us | AIPC.

Questions about your identity help us appreciate the diversity of individuals looking to work with us, ensuring we’re attracting applications from people with identities and perspectives that are as diverse as our students. 

We are an equal opportunity employer. As part of our commitment to equity, we work to ensure a fair and consistent interview process. We celebrate diversity and we are committed to an inclusive work environment.