Australian Association for Psychological Type Inc

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What is AusAPT?

AusAPT stands for "Australian Association for Psychological Type" Inc.

The Australian Association for Psychological Type exists to promote knowledge and use of psychological type in Australian society, in particular, for professional users of type.


AusAPT is a not-for-profit incorporated body with the following objects:

  • fostering the understanding and acceptance of differences
  • constructive and ethical use of type
  • provision of a network for and quality service to members
  • initiation and support of activities
  • encouragement and support of research
  • provision of educational opportunities
  • promotion of membership diversity
  • development of international links.

Founded in 1992, AusAPT operates Australia-wide via four regions, and maintains strong links with the international type community.

View AusAPT's Constitution Here >> and By-Laws Here >>

The primary mission of the Australian Association of Psychological Type, AusAPT and all APTs, is outlined in document "Three Ethical Principles for the Use of Psychological Type".


AusAPT publishes a periodical, the Australian Psychological Type Review; supports the Psychological Type Research Unit; and holds biennial National Conferences.


AusAPT invites membership applications from type practitioners and others with an interest in type. Members receive the Australian Psychological Type Review and regional newsletters, and are entitled to discounts at national conferences and other activities.

AusAPT's members include psychologists, consultants, academics, teachers, trainers, managers, human resources specialists, counselors, social workers, clergy, students and many others.

Who are our members? View/print the results of our 2001 Member Survey >>