Join our Global Community of Counselling Professionals

Find the membership that’s right for you and help shape the future of counseling worldwide. If you have any queries relating to membership please email: info@iac-irtac.org 

Overview & Benefits

As a valued member of the International Association for Counselling (IAC), you play a vital role in advancing our vision of “A World Where Counselling is Available to All.” Since 1966, IAC has served as the world body for the counselling profession, with United Nations consultative status as an international non-governmental organization. Membership grants you access to the latest resources on international counselling developments, the International Journal for the Advancement of Counselling, exclusive event discounts, a membership certificate, and a connection to a supportive global network.

Joining / Renewing Process

New members -- in all categories -- start by registering on the IAC website, then logging in to complete payment for their chosen membership. To register, simply click “Not a Member Yet? - Register Here” at the top right corner of the IAC homepage and fill in the registration form. All membership categories can be easily paid for online. Renewing members can simply login and select their membership category to proceed with payment.

Membership Options: We offer membership for both Individuals and Organizations.

Individual Memberships: Designed for practicing counsellors, students, retired counsellors, and supporters of the field.

• IAC Professional Member  (Once Registered -- Click here to Join)

• IAC Student or Retired Member  (Once Registered -- Click here to Join)

Organizational Memberships: Ideal for National Associations, Institutions, Educational bodies, and Counseling Centers.

• Association Membership (3 Levels):  ALL DETAILS HERE     Application Form: Please Click Here
• Educational Institution Membership (2 Levels): ALL DETAILS HERE   Application Form: Please Click Here
• Counseling Centre Membership: Details and payment HERE

Popular Additional Benefit: 'Global Affiliate Membership': Benefits for Associations and Educational Institutions

Join the many associations and educational institutions enhancing value for their members and students by gifting them IAC Global Affiliate Membership. This economical, high-impact membership brings exceptional benefits that foster international recognition and keep members at the forefront of global counseling developments. By offering IAC Affiliate Membership to your community, you not only elevate their professional standing but also connect them with an international network of counseling professionals.

Membership Benefits Include:

• Professional Recognition: Use of the distinguished IAC Global Affiliate Member title.
• Global Insights: Monthly e-newsletters featuring the latest international news and advancements in counseling.
• Exclusive Discounts: Reduced rates on IAC events, including conferences, webinars, and educational materials.
• Certificate of Membership: Personalized Certificates of Membership, which can alternatively be added as a digital badge to your national association's certificates.

By offering these unique benefits, you provide your members or students with career-enhancing opportunities that build unity and connection across the global counseling profession. Associations and institutions consistently find IAC Global Affiliate Membership to be a highly valued benefit among their members.

• For Counselling Associations: IAC Global Affiliate membership for your members. Details Here    Application Form: Click HERE  
• For Education Institutes:  IAC Student Affiliate membership for your students. Details HERE          Application Form: Click Here

Ready to Explore the Possibilities?: Contact our CEO, Naoise Kelly, at ceo@iac-irtac.org to learn more about enhancing your membership benefits today!