We change people's lives . . . Student
Testimonials
Last updated 8 September 2008
I have secured a position!
"You will be happy to know I have secured a position as a
training coordinator with a goverment department. They are aware
that I haven't finished my course as yet, but as you can see by
this email I am keen to do so.
I would like to add that if anyone needs to confirmation of the
benefits of doing a course like this I am pleased to pass on my
comments. I'm very happy with the training and content, and the
student services support staff are always helpful.
Thank you for your ongoing support and help in developing my skills
to move into a position that I had only dreamed of having."
Ron Taylor NSW, National Trainer
& Assessor
It's good news ...
"It's good news ... I was a winner in the Intertype Design
proofreading competition!
I also want to say that I am enjoying the course very much and
appreciate the guidance and feedback from my tutor."
Steven Edmonds NSW, Professional
Book Editing, Proofreading & Publishing
Here at the College, we'd all like to say: Congratulations Steven
and well done on your achievement! From the staff and Principal.
I found a job in travel!
"Firstly I would like to say that I have found a job in the
travel industryit's as a Reservation Sales Consultant. I have
3 months training. It's great experience and entry into travel.
If it was not for the Australian College Iwould not have got the
job. Iwant to thank you very much."
Hassanien Saleh NSW, Travel
Consulting & Airline Reservations
Im meeting with a company this week to discuss a freelance
opportunity!
"ACQ literally opened doors by connecting me with industry
contactsIm meeting with a company this week to discuss
a freelance opportunity!
I found the course content to be relevant and practical, providing
not only breadth but depth, enabling me to develop skills in my
desired area of expertise. Tutors and College Advisers are most
helpful and made my experience nothing less than enjoyablesomething
that had previously been an anomaly in my studies undertaken with
other institutions. I look forward to signing up for another course
later this year.
Thanks and regards"
Yvette Chapman NSW, Freelance
Magazine Writing & Editing
It took me 33 years to find what I love doing . . .
"I am enjoying the course and I have swapped emails with someone
else on the forum who is also doing it. What I like about the course
is that you DO stuff; it's not like a lot of theoretical university
courses where you do a 4,000 word essay on postmodern art theory
etc. Of course, some theory is important and the notes do cover
things that are useful to know.
My only regret is that it took me 33 years of life to find what
I love doing: creating graphics."
Andrew Thornton Victoria, Professional
Graphic Design & Desktop Publishing 26th March 2008
My dream job ... thank you ...
"I completed a Diploma of Tourism in Airlines Reservations and
Travel Consulting, last year, which I really enjoyed. I just
wanted to let you know that I was lucky enough to secure a job with
Qantas as a check-in customer service agent at Brisbane Airport.
I started there on the 17th of December and I'm loving it!
Doing the course, along with my previous customer service experience
from Conrad Jupiters Casino, helped me get my dream job... thank
you..."
Elani Sobey Queensland, Diploma
of Tourism in Airline Reservations & Travel Consulting
Fantastic support.
"An extremely well presented course. A great deal of thought and
time has clearly gone into the preparation of the course materials.
Fantastic support from the course tutor who provided the encouragement
a home-study course demands. Support staff and administration always
there to help out with any queries when needed.
Great value for money! I would recommend this course to anyone!".
Anthony Galvin New South Wales,
Professional Bookkeeping & MYOB
A very enjoyable course
"Thank you very much for all your help. All the College staff have
made my course a very enjoyable one and I want to sincerely thank
you for that.
I believe this won't be the last course for me to undertake with
the College. I certainly look forward, and in fact I can hardly
wait to receive my graduation pack.
Many thanks once again."
Lemmy Alufurai Solomon Islands,
International Travel Consulting
Well above what I expected
"This course is well above what I had expected. The tutorials are
clear and concise and assignments are returned with good feedback
in a timely manner.
I have recommended the College to many interested friends."
Ceril Pereira Victoria, Copy Editing
and Proofreading
My expectations of the course were high and I wasn't disappointed
"The Bookkeeping and MYOB Course was most enoyable. Course
presentation was excellent and easy to follow. My expectations of
the course were high and I wasn't disappointed. The knowledge I
have gained will definitely enhance my future employment prospects."
Linda Walch Queensland, Professional
Bookkeeping & MYOB
A genuine desire to see me achieve my goals
"I found my tutor to be encouraging, patient and most helpful. His
advice, due to his experience, was most valuable and I believe he
has a genuine desire to see me achieve my goals."
Lindley Bill Deacon Victoria,
Novel Writing & Getting Published
They just don't compare to ACQ
"I feel the student focus of ACQ is excellent. I have done distance
education with several other colleges and they just don't compare
to ACQ.
The eCampus, the contact, the caring, is the best I have ever experienced."
Karina Mastrosavas South Australia,
Advanced Freelance Journalism
Wonderful guidance
"I feel I have to write to you and express my sincere appreciation
for the wonderful guidance and knowledge your Freelance Journalism course imparts. I am currently following the course and applying
some of the tips taught in my area of work.
I just had to write and thank you for the great work you are doing
in conducting these courses. I can certainly say that, having completed
11 assignments, I seem to have an edge in this area in comparison
to my colleagues at work.
I am glad I enrolled at ACQ and now very keen to graduate!
With sincere appreciation."
Janice Corera Sri Lanka, Advanced
Freelance Journalism
'Win a Course Scholarship Competition'.
Amanda Wilson is the winner of the 2007 'Win a Course Scholarship
Competition'. Amanda is thrilled at winning the scholarship and
will take the Professional Book Editing, Proofreading & Publishing
Course.
Amanda Wilson New South Wales,
Professional Book Editing, Proofreading & Publishing
I got the job!
"I got the job! [They] rang me on Mother's Day to say I have the
job. I start on the 28th of this month and will start with Emirates
first up. I just can't get the smile off my face ... I am just so
over the moon...this is my 'dream' job ... I can't wait to start.
Thanks once again".
Irene Sharma-Jones Queensland,
Travel Consulting & Airline Reservations
Enjoyed every minute
"I have absolutely enjoyed every minute of the course and found
the information supplied to be very helpful. I am very passionate
about colour and design and am looking forward to starting in my
position as colour consultant for [company]. As from the 1st of
May I am now officially their colour consultant.
Again I would like to thank you for your encouragement. I have absolutely
enjoyed doing this course and would be very keen to look at doing
another if one was available in the future."
Regards,
Barbara Williams New Zealand,
Interior Design & Decorating
Your course is amazing
"I have just finished proofreading my first book for a publishing
company! Inspirational stuff. I've also picked up some work running
seminars for people in the public service.
Your course is amazing - I've never done anything where I could
just pick up work before this!
Kind regards.
Fiona Bucknall Queensland, Professional
Book Editing, Proofreading & Publishing
Congratulations to Jean Wear from Wagga Wagga, New South
Wales, Winner of the 'Win a Course' Scholarship drawn 12
March 2007.
Jean is excited about winning the scholarship and will take the Scriptwriting for Film & Television Course.
Got the job
"I justed wanted to let you know that because I took this course
I have gained a job with AMC in Canberra. The company installs and
trains companies and businesses to use MYOB. They also have contracted
bookkeepers that they send out to small businesses. I have thoroughly
enjoyed this course and I am looking forward to undertaking another
one.
Thank you to ACQ and my tutor".
Justine Lowder ACT, Professional
Bookkeeping & MYOB
Gave me the confidence
"I took the Diploma of Professional Book Editing, Proofreading
and Publishing to find out what kinds of jobs were available
in the editing and publishing fields and to develop the skills necessary
to enter it. The ongoing feedback and support from the College in
this practical, skills-based course was very encouraging and enabled
me to quickly identify my weaknesses and develop my strengths.
This course has given me the confidence to undertake further study
and change careers mid-life. I have been accepted into the 2007 Graduate Diploma of Arts program at the University of Queensland,
majoring in writing, editing and publishing.
The proofreading and editing skills I now have, as well as the insights
I have gained into the industry and how to establish my own small
business; will hold me in very good stead for my further study and
new career".
Fiona Bucknall Queensland, Professional
Book Editing, Proofreading & Publishing
I just turned my passion into a profession
"The course was absolutely fantastic. It has given me enough knowledge
to learn for myself from here on. The tutor, in particular, was
excellent. He encouraged me to excel and at the same time corrected
me and gave me another perspective.
I really enjoyed this course. I would recommend it to anyone who
would like to take up a hobby or start in the field. With me, I
just turned my passion into a profession. Oh, and I am already enrolled
in another course".
Amber Khanna Western Australia,
Digital Photography
Of the highest standard
"I was Office Manager for a vocational training company that provided
full-time, part-time and correspondence courses in veterinary nursing.
So I am probably 'pickier' than most.
The service provided by the College has been of the highest standardprofessional
in every aspect. I was particularly impressed with the quality of
the feeedback from my tutors and the personal letter accompanying
each returned assignment was appreciated. Keep up the good work!
Guess what, I've got my first editing job coming up. Thanks guys!".
Karen Hudson Western Australia,
Professional Book Editing, Proofreading & Publishing
Never too late
"I received my Diploma in Graphic Design and Desktop Publishing last August.
On Tuesday 5th December I start my first job as a Graphic Designer
for Worldwide Printing in Hurstville.
I am a perfect example of never giving up and it is never too late
for ANYTHING. Please thank Helen for all her honest comments and
thank you for everything.
Thank you".
Katherine Veldhuizen New South
Wales, Professional Graphic Design & Desktop Publishing
More than I ever imagined
"I am currently in the process of putting a coffee table book of
black and white photography together and this basically came from
my Course Tutor's guidance and help. He really gave me a lot more
than I ever imagined.
When I first enrolled in the course I was mystified by a couple
of the topics, like 'Still Life', but when I got to it I just loved
it.
Doing the course just opened my eyes up. It was awesome. As I went
along and learned and progressed, I just got better.
The course has opened up my whole world".
Update
"I have had some photos published since we spoke. I photographed
a humpback whale that swam into the Southport Broadwater and the
item has been picked up by conservation groups and the Gold
Coast Bulletin.
Thank you once again".
Read the Australian Photography article here
John Pragnell Queensland, Professional
Photography for Beginners
Loved the course
"I enrolled in the Share Trading course out of sheer determination
to understand the stock market. The course certainly delivered in
this respect and then some.
I was able to learn how to scan the market, its various sectors
and to identify performing stocks. I now also understand the principles
behind when to buy and when to sell. What more could a trader want?
I loved the course. Thanks again".
Ariane Guimbeau Western Australia,
Share Trading & The Australian Stock Market
Congratulations to Toshen Maku!
Drawn 4 October 2006 'Win a Course Competition'
Toshen is absolutely thrilled at this opportunity to change her
direction in life and has chosen the Advanced Professional Writing
Course.
Toshen Maku New South Wales, Advanced
Professional Writing & Editing.
"I found the course wonderful. It was very well presented, easy
to follow and very relevant for my needs. I have lost weight by
following the course and hope to help others. Thanks!".
Yvonne Davies Victoria, Diet,
Nutrition & Weight Loss Consulting
"I photographed my first wedding a couple of weeks back, which
was a fantastic experience and I have been doing a lot of other
types of photography as well, from baby to corporate".
Andrew Torok New South Wales,
Professional Photography for Beginners
"I have been working as a freelance editor and proofreader for
a number of years, undertaking assignments for clients in countries
including the USA, Switzerland and Nepal.
The Book Editing, Proofreading & Publishing Course, however
has certainly improved my professionalism and the standard of my
work. I found it to be highly practical and relevant".
Susan Sellars-Shrestha Queensland,
Professional Editing, Proofreading & Publishing
"This is my first experience with distance study and I am pleased
with the ease and efficiency with which ACQ implements the course".
Suellen Howarth New South Wales,
Professional Editing, Proofreading & Publishing
"As a middle-aged, post-graduate woman seeking a career change,
I recently started ACQ's Professional Book Editing, Proofreading
& Publishing Diploma Course.
Although my prior education has been in economics and law, I find
this course to be challenging and of a similarly high standard.
Incremental teaching methods and consistent contact with my tutor
ensures that the complexities of the editing field are easy to understand
and fun to learn. I can't wait to get my tutorials each month!".
Fiona Bucknall Queensland, Professional
Editing, Proofreading & Publishing
"Good and positive feedback in my Sports Journalism Course. Having
a great time.
Thank you".
Terry Donovan Queensland, Sports
Journalism & Match Reporting
Very practical and relevant
"I am thoroughly enjoying my Travel Writing & Photography course. The feedback I have received from my tutor has been useful.
I have been impressed with the content of the course as it appears
to be very practical and relevant to actual work within the industry.
My tutor has given me detailed feedback when assessing each piece
of work. It is always constructive and allows me to reflect further
on my writing.
Many thanks".
Kylie Angus New South Wales, Travel
Writing & Photography
Suits me perfectly!
"I am enjoying the challenge this course is presenting me and I
am applying what I am learning to my present employment. The self-paced
style of this course suits me perfectly!".
Adrienne Cofield Victoria, Professional
Book Editing, Proofreading & Publishing
Thrilled with getting a job overseas
"As you can imagine I am thrilled with getting a job overseas as
a Travel consultant with China Odyssey Tours. So quickly. Thanks".
Abbey-Marie Slater Queensland,
Travel Consulting & Airline Reservations
Great news!
"I've got some great news that I wanted to share with you. I got
my first professional editing job! It's for a magazine who are just
starting up. I saw their preview edition in another magazine and
noticed that there were a lot of errors, so I wrote to the editor,
explained that I am still studying but wanted to gain experience
and I sent along an edited article as an example of my work.
I got an email from the editor today saying they'll take me on!
I'm going to be doing the proofreading and copy editing for them.
I am very very excited. At the moment they are only doing four issues
a year so it won't intefere very much with my job or studies, which
is also a plus and I'll still be gaining valuable experience.
I'm so excited!".
Tara O'Brien Queensland, Professional
Book Editing, Proofreading & Publishing
You really have changed my life!
"After I completed the Diploma of Freelance Journalism I found full-time work almost immediately. I started with a free
weekly publication called the 'Weekender' based on the
Sunshine Coast and within six months was offered a position as junior
editor of their Noosa publication! I then left the magazine to take
on the challenge of work experience at Channel 7 local news ...
a fantastic opportunity that ultimately led me into a full-time
position as a photo-journalist for another weekly newspaper, 'The
Coolum News'.
As my name became known around the coast, I received a number of
job offers and I recently accepted a position working for the Department
of Sport and Recreation, Queensland. I am very excited about studying
for the Diploma of Photography and look forward to ongoing studies
well into the future.
Thanks again, Julia, you really have changed my life!".
Dominic Osborne Queensland, Freelance
Journalism
Lots of fun
"Hi, this is Nikita here! I would like to take this chance to thank
you all at ACQ. I really enjoyed my correspondence course in professional
photography.
I would highly recommend the course to any wanting to look into
photography. I had lots of fun and hope to see myself in the future
taking photo's for a living".
Nikita Bradley Victoria, Professional
Photography for Beginners
"As the 'Get Into Television Course Work Experience' winner,
to spend a week with the production crew on Inside Idol,
I thought I'd share a little about that experience with you.
First, I'd like to say that it's so energising to be involved with
something that greatly interests you. As a newcomer, there's a lot
to see, do and be exposed to; from logging (typing out of dialogue
and events of footage) through to the layout of excerpts of footage,
on-site set up for shooting, technical challenges in the field and
how they're overcome, editing, licensing issues and many other elements
throughout the production process.
One highlight was being involved in the first exclusive interview
with one of the contestants after he was voted off. I was there
with him, the camera crew and the presenter before the mainstream
media got hold of him! A big lesson for me was that you need to
keep a cool head at all times, which is a great skill to have, given
the long hours and deadlines. The team's obvious faith in each other's
abilities made it a 'well oiled machine'.
I'm glad I decided to enter the competition. The experience has
helped me better understand the course material and it certainly
reinforced my intention to pursue a career in the television industry.
Thanks to the College and Sandra Fulloon for the opportunity and
their support".
Craig McNeilly New South Wales,Get
Into Television
Photos accepted
"I thought the College would like to know that one of my photos
has been accepted for publication in 'Endless Journey'
by the International Library of Photography and I have advanced
to the semi-finals in the Animals/Pets category in the International
Open Amateur Photography Contest. I also got an article published
in the local hills newspaper with my photos and a story that I pretty
much wrote the whole thing".
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Andrew Torok New South Wales,
Professional Photography for Beginners
"Many thanks to you for your assistance in communicating with me.
I appreciate it very much. I find the ability to do so is an enormous
help and a great motivating force in a course where the student
doesn't see any of the other people involved. The promptness with
which you responded to my request for help is also marvellous".
Ray Thomson Queensland, Professional
Book Editing, Proofreading & Publishing
"Thank you for many things at once:
First, the lightning-fast reply, and then the congratulations, next
the good wishes for the Father's Day, and finally, dispatching the
last tutorials! I honestly think that the good grades I earned in
the course are due to the scholarly organisers of the tutorials
and the excellent tutors.
When I read the tutors' corrective notes on my assignments, I sometimes
feel as if they are directly talking to me. Their advice and suggestions
are so sincere and appealing. I am enjoying the course. I am sure
you will understand when I say that the people involved in running
the College are well-learned and dedicated.
Thank you for all your help".
Pothodi Ravindran New South Wales,
Professional Book Editing, Proofreading & Publishing
"Loving the course, thank you.
Really appeciate the ongoing support".
Zane Trotter New South Wales,
Professional Bookkeeping & MYOB
" The Freelance Journalism course is very informative
and clearly presented in an attractive style. I appreciate the personal
encouragement from my tutors.
I'm enjoying the challenge of this new direction in my life. It's
exciting and I eagerly look forward to my next tutorial".
Gail Whitten Freelance Journalism
Gained confidence in my writing ability
"The Travel Writing & Photography Course is positive and
helpful. It provides a wide variety of information. The tutorials
are easy to read and learn. I gained confidence in my writing ability
through the course".
Wolfgang Reese Travel Writing
& Photography
"The tutor feedback highlighted my weaknesses and encouraged my
strengths.
The course showed me how to use my new skills and gave me my first
professional goal in two years. I gained a lot of useful information
about the industry and its requirements".
Janet Hewer Freelance Journalism
"I liked having tutors who are working journalists. I also liked
being put in touch with other writers and writers' magazines".
Karen Morehu Freelance Journalism
"The Travel Writing & Photography course taught me that
subjects and angles are only limited by your imagination, confidence
and the motivation to set goals. The course is very informative
and intersting. I liked the descriptive travel ideas".
Jim Eyre Travel Writing & Photography
"The thing I enjoyed most was being able to work at my own pace.
Knowing I wouldn't be looked upon as stupid if I asked for help.
Knowing I'm not too old to learn (something new). I've benefited
very much. My self esteem has increased tremendously. My concentration
has improved and I think I'm a far more interesting person".
Heather Dark
Lots of new writing opportunities
"The course showed me how to present an article for editors and
to use query letters. I loved the ideas and tips given in the course.
The tutorials were always so easy to interpret and digest.
I've had an introduction to a broad range of specialist areas now
and I can see lots of new writing opportunities.
I'll continue with the paid report writing I'm doing and concentrate
on writing my book".
Jenni Topliss
A full-time career in Journalism
"I have been pleasantly surprised by the effectiveness of this course.
It really does provide the basics very well. It was particularly
strong on writing rules, editing, presentation and selling my work.
My general writing of reports, letters etc has improved through
applying the basic skills of using active voice and strict editing.
The course played a significant part in helping me win selection
to a specialist journalism course and now I have a full-time journalism
career".
Kathryn Ryan
Off to England
"I have enjoyed the course and learned all about writing, interviewing
and looking close to home for article topics. I also learned how
to organise my information gathering, how to market myself and how
to sell articles overseas. Now I'm off to England to put everything
I've learned into practice".
Dorothy Battin
"I liked the advice given direct from established travel writers
and photographers, as well as the personal comments from my tutor.
There was lots of information on media markets and advice on how
to come up with article ideas".
Janine Lemmens
I now feel confident
"What I liked most about the course was the information on how to
get started: ideas, plots, and so on, the practical advice on how
and where to get work published, and the way subjects were explained
with practical examples.
The assignments made me feel I'd achieved something. I feel confident
enough now to send my work to publishers".
Pat Prebensen
Learned the craft
"I've learned the craft of writing and I can recognise useable ideas
when they come to me. I feel confident about the (whole) process.
Previously I had difficulty in adjusting to an editor's requirements
because I didn't know what was expected. Now I do.
Christine Clark
"I liked the prompt return of marked work. I achieved my short
term goals almost 100%. I keep referring back to my course notes
to make sure I'm (still) on the right track. If I'm in doubt, or
something's not working, I look it up".
Diane Kiernan
"Learning by correspondence provided me with a library I can refer
to at any time. All the tutorials were very detailed.
Every aspect of writing for children seems to have been covered.
The course has been helpful in terms of (my) time management, and
keeping records".
Michael Ferns
Gave me a goal
"What I liked about the course was there was no travelling involved
and I could set my own times to work.
The course gave me a goal, something to work on as I move forward.
My writing has improved with each assignment.
People around me have started to take me more seriously".
Kim Heap
"Thanks to my ACQ Student Card, I have saved $70 on fees so far
with my other learning institution".
J Garner
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