Susanne Kessell   I have always enjoyed working with people and counseling just became a natural progression as well as providing me with a rewarding career option. I was initially concerned as I had not studied for some 30 years but the staff at my Student Support Centre, the Education Advisers and everyone associated with AIPC were always supportive and helped in any way they could. It only took a few weeks before I gained the confidence and momentum to begin enjoying studying and the challenge it provided.   I loved every moment of being a student and the knowledge I was accumulating. I now regularly attend seminars and courses that compliment my counselling knowledge. The course materials provided were comprehensive and easy to understand, and being able to submit my work via the internet was terrific. I also liked that I could undertake Advanced Study Majors in the areas I found most interesting such as Grief and Loss, Relationship Counselling and Conflict Resolution. As I was still working, being able to undertake the course at my own pace was a huge bonus. It really took the stress out of studying.   Since graduating with from AIPC I still keep in touch with my Student Support Centre and have nothing but praise for their support and very practical advice especially in helping me establish my own business. I now operate a counselling practice from my home, and am extremely happy that I took the step to gain my Diploma with AIPC. I would suggest to anyone thinking about doing the same to get in touch with their nearest Support Centre if they have any questions. I am sure they will be as helpful to you as I found them to be.