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Australian College of Applied Psychology

Locality: Sydney, Australia

Phone: +61 1800 061 199

Address: Level 11, 255 Elizabeth Street 2000 Sydney, NSW, Australia

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25.01.2022 Join our ACAP Industry and Alumni event next week to explore the narratives of victimisation in cases of sexual violence. ACAP Lecturer Dr John Whitehead will draw upon interviews from Fijian offenders, victim advocates, and law enforcement professionals to discuss how victim and offender legitimacy are framed by culture. Dr Whitehead will also demonstrate how the binary of victim/offender legitimacy includes a third variable: the socially constructed ideal offence. When: W...ednesday, September 9. 7:00pm 9:00pm Where: Online via Zoom Registration and more information: https://bit.ly/2GmMzsM See more

25.01.2022 Learn how to be an extraordinary leader. For a true leader, success comes from elevating others to perform better and believe they can. And great leaders are effective coaches. How good are your coaching skills? At ACAP, we have developed the Graduate Certificate of Applied Coaching, led by the outstanding Be Pannell to teach you how you can inspire change, empower teams, improve performance within your organisation and raise the bar on happiness. Because you can!... The course is highly practical and designed for individuals wishing to strengthen their leadership skills, progress their careers or re-skill in a new area. The next intake starts Mon 28 Sep 2020 Find out more: https://bit.ly/3iSGOkz

23.01.2022 We are getting excited for virtual orientation this week! We cant wait to welcome our new students to our ACAP community! Orientation times are: Wednesday 10th June at 6:00pm ... Thursday 11th June at 2:30pm Saturday 13th June at 10:00am Find out more information here https://bit.ly/308Kmcf

23.01.2022 ACAP Online Info Session - Social Work When: Wednesday 25th November, 6pm Register here > https://bit.ly/3nCJSDY... You’re passionate, you see the opportunities and want to make a positive difference in your community. Whether it’s working in government developing social policy, being hands-on in Australian communities, or for international organisations, your passion for helping others will pave the way for any rewarding health and welfare career as a Social Worker. At this online information session, you’ll hear from an ACAP educator and have an opportunity to ask Course Advisers questions about the courses that interest you, what it's like to study with us, job outcomes, FEE-HELP, and more. Other information sessions you may be interested in: Counselling | Wednesday 25 November, 7pm Criminology | Thursday 26 November, 6pm Psychology | Thursday 26 November, 7pm

22.01.2022 Learn how to empower young people to thrive in challenging times. With all the uncertainty and change that 2020 has brought to the world, it is now more important than ever for #teachers to be skilled in the areas of resilience and wellbeing. At ACAP, we have developed the Graduate Certificate of Wellbeing in Schools to provide teachers with the confidence and evidence-based skills required to implement wellbeing programs and effective classroom environments. ... The course is highly practical and designed for professionals working within educational settings wishing to expand their knowledge, progress their careers or re-skill in a new area. The next intake starts Mon 28 Sep 2020 Find out more: https://bit.ly/2R9JqyA

22.01.2022 Today at ACAP we are celebrating Wear it Purple Day to discourage discrimination against LGBTQ+ people - especially our youth! We hosted a virtual Morning Tea to discuss the importance of Wear it Purple Day and to celebrate the amazing work of our ACAP ALLY network. Our CEO, George Garrop said: Each year on Wear it Purple day I reflect on our journey to end discrimination against LGBTQ+ people and I feel heartened to work with so many amazing and supportive people. It is ou...r duty to create a safe and inclusive environment for all ACAP students, staff and the broader community. "Today, while we may be physically apart, I saw our students and staff come together to support, encourage, and empower the LGBTQ+ community and I am proud that ACAP is part of this change. Check out the amazing work and importance of Wear it Purple here: https://www.wearitpurple.org/ #ACAPWIP2020 #WeAreTheChange #WearItPurple

20.01.2022 "Mental health experts are warning the psychological impacts from coronavirus and the economic downturn will be felt for years, and say Australia needs to boost its capacity to handle a long-term uptick in depression, anxiety and other disorders," reports The Sydney Morning Herald. Now is the time to start your studies with ACAP and help to navigate lasting social change. Check out our course offerings here: https://bit.ly/3aRA4PI Read the full article here: https://bit.ly/2KSmD7e

20.01.2022 Interested in studying Social Work or Counselling? Its not too late to join us for our online info session tonight Register now https://bit.ly/2QNVINa Social Work - 6pm(AEST) Counselling - 7pm(AEST)

19.01.2022 How is sanity seen by the law? What makes someone fit to stand trial? What are the considerations with mental illness? Ignite your curiosity and gain an insight into sanity and insanity at our Experience ACAP virtual session. Leading Psychology academic, Professor John Reece, will give you fascinating insight into Psychology and what its like to be a student at ACAP.... When: Tuesday 19 May, 2pm (AEST) Register here: https://bit.ly/2VMrrBJ

18.01.2022 Now more than ever, it is important for school students to develop resilience in todays rapidly changing world. ACAPs new course Graduate Certificate of Wellbeing in Schools gives teachers the skills and strategies to support young people, allowing them to effectively navigate and flourish through their school years. Now available to study online! Places for our next intake starting 15 June are filling fast! Find out more here https://bit.ly/2XDNYA5

17.01.2022 Interested in studying a Psychology Honours course? Join us at our Psychology Honours Information Session to learn more about the application process, entry requirements, key dates and how supervision and research projects work. Date: Thursday, August 27 ... Time: 7:00 pm 8:30 pm Location: online (via zoom) using this link: https://acap.zoom.us/j/96647987322 Please register for the session here https://bit.ly/2Q4zQg5 If you are interested but unable to attend the session, please still register and we will send a recording of the session to you.

16.01.2022 Trimester 2 has officially started!! We are excited to welcome all new and existing students back for a successful and fun T2. Remember to keep up to date with Student Portal for all your updates. ... Key dates can be found here: https://bit.ly/2zvb1VM Join our student Facebook group here: https://bit.ly/2BaxMPe Lets do this!

15.01.2022 What shapes our understanding of crime? Are certain people more likely to commit crime than others? What is the CSI effect? Ignite your curiosity and learn about the power of media in shaping our perceptions of crime at our Experience ACAP virtual session. Leading Criminology academic, Matthew Thurgood, will give you fascinating insight into Criminology and what its like to be a student at ACAP.... When: Thursday 14 May, 2pm (AEST) Register here: https://bit.ly/2VMrrBJ

15.01.2022 We miss this study view at our Sydney campus! We are looking forward to welcoming everyone back to our campuses when it is safe to do so.

14.01.2022 ACAP together with JCU: James Cook University, Australia are holding a FREE webinar to discuss the mental health challenges faced by the higher education community in the context of COVID-19. Issues, Challenges and Ways Forward is free to attend and will take place on Thursday, July 9 from 10:30 am 12:30 pm.... Register here: https://bit.ly/2Ag7niZ

14.01.2022 Hear about cutting-edge research and innovative ideas across #humanservices disciplines and #highereducation at our 2020 ACAP online conference. This years conference "Building Better Outcomes by Embracing Difference" will focus on preparing human services graduates with the cultural competencies required to work with the contemporary Australian population. Participants will also have a chance to network with colleagues and partners from our industries and communities. ... We hope to see you there. When: Friday, September 18 Where: Online via Zoom Registration: https://bit.ly/2GuYqVV (Registrations close September 16).

13.01.2022 The ACAP Industry and Alumni team is pleased to have Kevin Keith present our next professional development session online via Zoom Regulating Existential Feelings: The Challenge of Meaning Making Date: Tuesday 9th June Times: 6.00pm to 8.00pm Presentation Location: Online via Zoom... Register here https://bit.ly/2LVkGaZ

12.01.2022 Learn to help others build a meaningful career. A career is a lifelong process. Developing a pathway to a satisfying career can save wasted time, energy, and money. Have you considered which roles and values underpin career choices? At ACAP, we have developed our new Graduate Certificate of Career Development led by Dr Timothy Hsi who has over two decades experience in the field of counselling and has been instrumental in training a new generation of career practitioners. ... Gain the practical skills to discover individuals strengths and guide them on a clear and informed path to career satisfaction. This course is designed for people currently working in fields like teaching, social work, counselling, and human resources to upskill and best help their clients navigate future employment possibilities. The next intake starts Mon 28 Sep 2020 Find out more: https://bit.ly/31NNGsJ

12.01.2022 ACAP student Alese Friedewald explains the social relevance of studying Psychological Science. Not only is psychology important for individuals who are struggling, but it also incredibly important for those who want to become the best version of themselves. We are proud that our students and graduates have a passion to make a positive difference in their world.

10.01.2022 Were hiring extraordinary teachers to inspire others to be extraordinary. At ACAP, we are in the business of making better people to make people better. Its our thing. If its your thing too, wed love to hear from you.... We are hiring a range of academics in #Psychology , #Counselling & #SocialWork(Level A, B, C, D) across the country in Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne and Perth. Our world class teaching tribe is grounded in real-world experience, to arm our students with the self-care skills they need to have resilient long careers in human services. Our inspiration is knowing our unique methods embed the essential skills to make the world better. Pretty cool huh? If you would like to work with very smart people who are collaborative, warm and down to earth, then ACAP may be your new home. Whether you are new to ACAP, have worked with us in the past or are currently in a temporary role, we would like to hear from you. Jump onto our Career Page and apply for the role that suits you best. Or pay it forward and share this announcement. Visit our career page here: https://bit.ly/34qhq1w

09.01.2022 Are mental health practitioners embracing telehealth? A new study conducted by Associate Professor Vikki Knott from ACAP reveals the attitudes of Australian psychologists towards the delivery of therapy via video conferencing technology (VCT). Read more here https://bit.ly/2MMLRVI

09.01.2022 #ThursdayThoughts

09.01.2022 ACAP academic, Jane Daisley-Snow presents A Psychological Perspective in Response to COVID-19. In this webinar, Jane covers concepts of stress factors and primal psychological states, and provides practical tips and exercises to ease stress.

09.01.2022 Why we are easily impacted by the moods of others? How does trauma effect the brain? How do we re-sculpt brain patterns? Ignite your curiosity and learn about Counselling in the 21st Century at our Experience ACAP virtual session. Leading Counselling Academic, Associate Professor Vicki Hutton, will give you fascinating insight into Counselling and what its like to be a student at ACAP.... When: Wednesday 20 May, 2pm (AEST) Register here: https://bit.ly/2VMrrBJ

08.01.2022 #thursdaythoughts

07.01.2022 Don't forget to take a break and get some fresh air today. After all... it is Friday!

06.01.2022 Tomorrow is #RUOKDay - the national day of action when we remind Australians that every day is the day to ask, Are you OK? For those that work in the Mental Health professions, its important to be prepared for all responses after asking someone R U OK? So ACAP Discipline Chair of Counselling, Margaret Carter, is excited to share a presentation on What to Say After R U OK?. ACAP staff, students and alumni are invited to join us tomorrow at 10am online via this zoom link...: https://navitas.zoom.us/j/91233980887. We look forward to seeing you there! #theresmoretosay #RUOK

04.01.2022 ACAP Online Info Session Counselling When: Wednesday 25th November: 7pm Register here > https://bit.ly/3nCJSDY... You care about people and want to help create more positive change in this world. Studying counselling at ACAP gives you deep insight into how we think and act and ways to help others develop better self-awareness for a more positive path in life. At this online information session, you'll hear from an ACAP educator and have an opportunity to ask Course Advisers questions about the courses that interest you, what it's like to study with us, job outcomes, FEE-HELP, and more. Other information sessions you may be interested in: Social Work | Wednesday 25 November, 6pm Criminology | Thursday 26 November, 6pm Psychology | Thursday 26 November, 7pm

03.01.2022 CONGRATULATIONS to all of the ACAP Brisbane students on your graduation today! We're proud of your incredible achievement and hope you will go on to apply your learnings to make a lasting difference in people’s lives. This is not the end. Learning is life-long...

03.01.2022 Are you feeling exhausted from excessive video chatting? You could be suffering from Zoom Fatigue. The Wall Street Journal reports that a number of factors including constantly seeing an image of yourself, an inability to read body language, a lack of real-time feedback and seeing giant faces on the screen, all contribute to disrupting normal, instinctual" forms of human communication. Read the full article here https://on.wsj.com/2BuaDre

03.01.2022 We asked some of our recent graduates what their favourite ACAP memory was. Comment your favourite ACAP memory below!

02.01.2022 ACAP Online Info Session - Criminology When: Thursday 25th November, 6pm Register > https://bit.ly/3nCJSDY... You want to do your part in keeping our society safe. Which includes understanding the minds of offenders. Our criminology courses give you deep insight into why we behave the way we do, and the effect our justice system has on our future actions. Understand our criminal justice system and its relationship to our community. At this online information session, you'll hear from an ACAP educator and have an opportunity to ask Course Advisers questions about the courses that interest you, what it's like to study with us, job outcomes, FEE-HELP, and more. Other information sessions you may be interested in: Social Work | Wednesday 25 November, 6pm Counselling | Wednesday 25 November, 7pm Psychology | Thursday 26 November, 7pm

01.01.2022 Interested in studying psychology, counselling, social work or criminology? Join us next week at one of our upcoming online info sessions! Meet ACAP staff, academics and current students and learn how ACAP can help you to change lives and make a difference. Register now: https://bit.ly/31v1uJu... Social Work, Wednesday 2 September, 6pm (AEST) Counselling, Wednesday 2 September, 7pm (AEST) Criminology, Thursday 3 September, 6pm (AEST) Psychology, Thursday 3 September, 7pm (AEST)