Yes! Upon successful completion, participants receive an official APSCo Australia certificate. There is a $35 + GST administration fee for certificate issue.

The Complete Recruiter program is fully included with your APSCo membership — there are no extra fees to enrol your team. A small administrative fee applies only if you wish to receive a Certificate of Attainment upon completing the full program. 

The Professional Staffing Certification is designed for recruiters and staffing professionals at all stages of their careers. It provides comprehensive compliance knowledge, best-practice guidance, and tools to strengthen client and candidate conversations and drive commercial success.

The Complete Recruiter Training Program, by contrast, is a practical skill-building series aimed at new recruiters or those refreshing their core recruitment skills. It focuses on day-to-day performance, mindset, and essential behaviours that underpin success in the recruitment profession.

All modules are available through your Student Landing Page, which you’ll find linked in your welcome email after registration. If you need us to resend this, please email jessica@apscoau.org

If you’ve forgotten your password, let us know - we’ll resend your login email so you can reset and regain access. Please email jessica@apscoau.org 

While APSCo certification is not mandatory, it is highly recommended. Certification demonstrates your team’s professionalism, commitment to best practice, and industry knowledge. It can also boost client confidence, enhance staff development, and differentiate your agency in a competitive market.

The Certification Program pricing is as follows (all prices inclusive of GST):

• APSCo Member – Single student: $495
• APSCo Member – 5 students: $2,351.25
• APSCo Member – 10 students: $4,050
• APSCo Member – 20 students: $7,920
• Non‑Member pricing is higher (e.g., single student: $990)

Some APSCo professional development programs are open to non-members, so anyone can benefit from them. Please note that The Complete Recruiter program is exclusive to APSCo members. Non-members can contact carly@apscoau.org to explore which programs are available and how to participate. 

APSCo membership is held at the company level, ensuring your entire business benefits from member resources, advocacy, and development opportunities.

Membership pricing varies depending on your organisation’s size and structure. You can contact Kevin@apscoau.org for tailored information or submit an enquiry form and we’ll get in touch within 1-2 days: https://au.apsco.org/membership/become-a-member

Once your membership is approved and paid, you’ll receive a welcome email that includes access to the Member Portal, your Member Handbook, and your Membership Certificate. Onboarding is usually completed within a few business days.

Your certificate is sent with your introductory email upon joining. If you can’t locate it, email jessica@apscoau.org to request a new copy.

Yes! Members receive exclusive partner offers and preferred pricing. Full details are included in the Member Handbook you receive when you join.

 Just like any other organisation, APSCo’s operating costs rise over time. Adjusting membership fees allows us to maintain the high level of service and member support you expect - and to continue investing in programs that deliver real value to our members. 

All member resources and templates, can be accessed via the Member Portal. Once logged in, navigate to the Resources section to download what you need from https://au.apsco.org/resources 

The toolkit can be accessed from the APSCo Australia website: https://au.apsco.org/resource/support/launchpad-toolkit-0 

 First, ensure you’re logged in to the Member Portal. If the issue persists, contact carly@apscoau.org and we will assist you with registration 

Yes! Some events and webinars are open to non-members. Check our Events page for details, pricing, and eligibility. https://au.apsco.org/events

APSCo’s annual Awards are held each year in either Sydney or Melbourne. Award categories, eligibility, and entry details are shared via our email communications, but typically commence around May or June of each year. To ensure you receive notification when the Awards are open, please subscribe to our mailing list: https://share-eu1.hsforms.com/12mJJ0a6WTTORXZaaD7YUngcqcfh

APSCo (The Association of Professional Staffing Companies) exclusively represents professional recruitment and staffing firms, focusing on sectors such as IT, engineering, finance, and professional services. Unlike general recruitment associations, APSCo’s focus is on professional, white-collar markets, ensuring tailored support, advocacy, and training.

APSCo operates globally, with established associations in the United Kingdom, Germany, and across Asia, creating a strong international network that shares insights and best practice.

APSCo stands for the Association of Professional Staffing Companies.

APSCo hosts regular member events, including webinars, professional development sessions, and in-person networking and thought-leadership forums throughout the year. Check our Events Calendar for upcoming opportunities. https://au.apsco.org/events

If you’re a member, you’ll automatically receive communications and newsletters. For non-members, you can sign up for event updates and news via our Subscribe page: https://share-eu1.hsforms.com/12mJJ0a6WTTORXZaaD7YUngcqcfh

If you’re having trouble logging in, please contact carly@apscoau.org. We’ll verify your account and resend your login credentials if needed.

If you didn’t receive a reset email, you may not yet have an active account. Please contact carly@apscoau.org, and we’ll help you get set up.

Contact our team directly to keep your membership information up to date. Please email jessica@apscoau.org

For any membership enquiries, email kevin@apscoau.org

If you’re interested in partnering with APSCo in Australia, please fill out this enquiry form: https://au.apsco.org/how-to-become-a-partner Our team will review your submission and get back to you with opportunities that align with our member programs and events.

 Any supplier or service provider supporting professional recruitment agencies is eligible to explore sponsorship opportunities. APSCo partners are typically companies providing tools, software, consultancy, training, or services that benefit our members 

APSCo aims to partner with suppliers whose offerings are relevant, ethical, and add value to our membership. All partnerships are reviewed by our team to ensure alignment with APSCo’s mission and member needs.

Once you submit the enquiry form, our Partnerships team will provide details on available packages, benefits, and pricing. For direct enquiries, email carly@apscoau.org.

 Yes! Non-partners are welcome to attend many APSCo events, but tickets for non-partners are available at a higher rate.