QGCA memberships

Join a community dedicated to professional growth and excellence in guidance and counselling.

We’re dedicated to your professional growth

Joining the Queensland Guidance and Counselling Association (QGCA) means becoming part of a dedicated community of professionals committed to excellence in guidance and counselling.

Our memberships offer a range of benefits designed to support your career development, provide valuable resources, and connect you with peers across the state.

600+ Members

Join a thriving community of over 600+ guidance and counselling professionals across Queensland.

Professional support
Access a network of counsellors who offer guidance and advice.
Exclusive resources
Enjoy a vast library of guides, articles, and practice tools.
Webinars & training
Regular webinars and training sessions to stay updated on the latest practices.
Networking opportunities
Connect with professionals from various educational settings.
Grants & scholarships
Eligibility for grants or scholarships to support further education and research.
Voting rights
Professional members have voting rights at annual AGM.
Advocacy
Benefit from our efforts to represent and advocate for guidance counsellors.
Discounted events
Attend professional development events at reduced rates.

Professional Membership

$150 yearly (You must meet the required criteria)

Professional membership is for qualified guidance counsellors working in Queensland. This membership provides comprehensive access to all QGCA resources and events, ensuring that you have the support you need to excel in your role. Professional members have voting rights at QGCA AGM elections.

Access to APACS membership as QGCA is an affiliate and access to APACS journal online.

Pathway to professional membership:‍

Applicants must first become Associate Members. They can progress to Professional Membership anytime by uploading the necessary documents to their profile and completing the “Professional Membership Application” form.

The QGCA Executive Committee will assess the documents, and the applicant will be informed of the outcome by the Membership Secretary.

Once approve professional members are required to participate in 15 hours of Continuing Professional Development per year to maintain their level of membership.

*There is no additional fee to upgrade to Professional Membership.

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‍Professional membership criteria:

  • Current teacher registration QCOT.
  • Post-graduate training in educational guidance and counselling, recognised by the Executive and/or full registration with AHPRA as a psychologist.
  • At least 12 months of full-time or equivalent part-time experience in guidance and counselling, OR
  • Other relevant training or experience recognised by the Executive.
Become a member

Associate Membership

$150 yearly

Associate membership is ideal for individuals who support the work of guidance counsellors but may not meet the criteria for professional membership. This membership offers valuable resources and opportunities for professional development at a discounted rate.

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‍Includes:

  • Access to resources and webinars.
  • Discounted rates for professional development events.
  • Networking opportunities within the QGCA community.
  • Access to APACS membership as an affiliate organisation and access to the APACS journal.
Become a member

Student Membership

$75 yearly

The student membership is for individuals currently enrolled in a guidance and counselling degree. This membership provides access to essential resources and opportunities to connect with experienced professionals.

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‍Includes:

  • Access to all resources and professional development opportunities.
  • Networking with experienced guidance and counselling professionals.
  • Access to APACS membership as an affiliate organisation and access to the APACS journal.
Become a member

Our simple process to become a member

Online application form

Fill out the application form with your personal and professional details.

Submit required documents

Provide any necessary documents, such as proof of qualifications or enrolment, and submit your application.