Institute of Applied Psychology

14/10/2026

Could coaching be your next professional opportunity?

Whether you’re exploring a meaningful side hustle, considering a career in coaching, or looking to bring stronger coaching skills into your leadership role, there are many ways to put these skills into practice.

And with AI changing the way we work, where does that leave the future of human coaching?

Explore the opportunities, what you need to get started, and why coaching skills remain relevant in a changing world.

Read the article.
https://iap.edu.au/become-a-coach-side-hustle-australia/

Start coaching part time in Australia. What coaches earn, tax and GST basics, coaching skills for managers, whether AI is a threat, plus a free checklist.

23/09/2026

What separates a good manager from a great leader?

Understanding human behaviour can change the way you communicate, build trust and bring out the best in others.

Discover the skills behind better leadership.

77% of organisations report a leadership gap. Discover what makes a good manager, which leadership style fits you, and a practical path to develop the skills that matter most.

22/09/2026

What does a career helping people create meaningful change really look like?

At IAP, we believe learning should go beyond theory. Our approach to clinical hypnotherapy is grounded in understanding human behaviour, developing practical therapeutic skills and learning how to apply them with real people.

If you’re curious about where those skills could take you, explore what a career in clinical hypnotherapy can look like in Australia.

Wondering if clinical hypnotherapy is a legitimate career? Explore the research, realistic earning potential, and how to choose the right training in Australia.

21/09/2026

What if some of the skills that could make you a great counsellor are already part of who you are?

The ability to truly listen, understand what sits beneath the surface and connect with people are skills that matter in counselling, and they can be developed even further.

Discover 8 skills every good counsellor needs, and see which ones you may already bring to the profession.

Think you might be suited to counselling? Discover the 8 skills you already have and what the Diploma teaches. Take the self-assessment.

10/09/2026

From all of us at IAP, take a minute to check in on someone. A quick "how are you going?" can mean more than you think 💛

05/09/2026

A very Happy Father’s Day to our Founder Gordon Young, our IAP team and all the fantastic dads and father figures in our IAP community. Today is for you!

02/09/2026

Real impact isn’t always about what you achieve for yourself. Sometimes, it’s about the difference you make for someone else.

Learn. Lead. Support. Create lasting change.

Ready to make your impact? Explore where an IAP qualification could take you.
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01/09/2026

The need for relationship support is creating real opportunities for counsellors across Australia.

From couples and family support to private practice, relationship counselling is an area where skilled professionals can make a meaningful difference.

See what the latest Australian statistics are telling us about the opportunity
https://iap.edu.au/couples-counselling-statistics-australia/

Divorce rose 4.1% last year, yet only 22% of Australians with relationship problems seek professional help. What the latest statistics mean for counsellors. (154 chars)

28/08/2026

Could your next career help meet a growing need?

Australia is projected to need more than 24,000 additional mental health professionals by 2038, highlighting just how important mental health support is becoming.

For those drawn to helping others, there are growing pathways to explore. From counselling and mental health to clinical hypnosis and even building your own private practice.

Discover where the opportunities are growing 👇

Australia faces a shortage of 24,000+ mental health professionals by 2038. Discover how clinical hypnotherapy training can help fill the gap and launch a meaningful career.

26/08/2026

Ever wondered if your experience in HR, leadership or the corporate world could translate into a career in counselling?
You might already have more of the foundations than you realise.
If a career change has been on your mind, this is worth a read.

Read this if you think counselling could be your next chapter.

https://iap.edu.au/corporate-hr-career-change-counselling

Thinking of leaving corporate or HR for counselling, or adding counselling skills to your role? 2026 Australian data, pathways, salaries and next steps.