The AIWD has folders full of participant and client testimonials, however it is impractical for us to upload all of these onto our website and unrealistic to expect potential clients / participants to sift through them all. Instead, we've chosen to post a selection of testimonials that most concisely articulates the general consensus of other participants and clients.

participant testimonials (for TAA40104 via correspondence)

• "Thank you for providing such a flexible learning situation - it allowed me to continue this course in between a busy work schedule. Your support is greatly received." Susan - TAA40104 Full Course (2010).

• "I could do [the course] at my own pace. Trainers were always there when I needed them - they understood and delivered on my expectations." Niranjan - TAA40104 Full Course (2010).

• "Thanks for the prompt notification [of my assessment outcome]. I have been very impressed with how efficient [AIWD staff] have been, from responding to my initial inquiry on upgrading my BSZ to the TAA, sending out the info and documents, and assessing and finalising it. The whole process was clearly set out and well run from start to finish, and I would be very happy to recommend your company to anyone else wanting to do the Cert IV Upgrade." Stuart - TAA40104 Upgrade Course via RPL (2010).

• "I found the training to be very professional and it has provided me with support and references I can refer to (and will). Belinda & Mike have been fantastic - with immediate responses when I have asked questions. Thank you so much." Wendy - TAA40104 Full Course (2010).

• "Throughout this course, I have gained a great deal of knowledge and immensely benefited from a well structured training programme with practical applicability, thanks to AIWD. As the first point of contact, [my AIWD Participant Support Officer] has been especially helpful to me throughout the course. Overall I have gained invaluable knowledge and skills throughout this period. I certainly would recommend this course to anyone." Samuel - TAA40104 Full Course (2010).

• "[Learning resources were] very informative, well written and easy to understand. The AIWD's professionalism in keeping in contact and in their response times made my study easy and enjoyable." Melissa - TAA40104 Learning Cluster A (2010).

• "I really enjoyed doing this course. It was clearly set out and very professional. I will recommend to others within my industry." Glenn - TAA40104 Full Course (2009).  

• "Certificate IV in Training and Assessment with the AIWD was a wonderful experience. Self-paced resources and proper guidance from [my AIWD Participant Support Officer] helped me every step of the way. Overall, it was a very nice experience. Thanks AIWD team!" Amir - TAA40104 Full Course (2009).  

participant testimonials (for TAA40104 via face-to-face)

• "This has been the most useful piece of professional development I've even done. I am hoping we will be able to get some ongoing annual training to maintain the impetus. Challenging and stimulating! I really enjoyed it.” Portland - Participant from EWA Course (Perth, Jun 2010).  

• "A well presented and thought provoking course that demonstrated the application of modern teaching techniques to enhance the delivery methods of coaches. A must do for anyone who wishes to be an effective coach.” Celeste - Participant from EWA Course (Perth, Jun 2010). 

• “Compared to other courses, I found Mike to be knowledgeable, enthusiastic and willing to share his experiences with the group. I am confident that the knowledge I have gained from this particular course will help me be a better facilitator within my industry.” Daniel - Participant from ASCTA Course (Gold Coast, Apr 2010). 

• “It was a great course and the delivery was clear - I would always recommend AIWD to others." James - Participant from ASCTA Course (Gold Coast, Apr 2010).

• "I have been to a lot of other training courses and have found this to be the best so far. Course content, feedback, assistance and the AIWD trainer was of an excellent standard. The trainer, Mike McLaughlin, knows the course subject thoroughly and delivers it in an excellent manner. I have learnt a lot from his style and have applied principles learnt in this course to create my training packages. I have recommended this course to others interested, based on the trainer knowledge and course content." Cynthia - Participant from DSR Course (Perth, Oct 2009).  

• "Mike is an outstanding presenter who has motivated and inspired me to be more proactive in pursuing 'pipe dreams'" - Participant from DSR Course (Perth, Oct 2009).

• "A very stimulating and challenging course. I am pleased that I attended, as it has reminded me of “best practice” and thinking through / preparing learning experiences, receiving feedback, keeping the audience engaged and collaborative learning." Bruce - Participant from DSR Course (Perth, Apr 2009).

• "Will be extremely valuable in my workplace, but also on a personal development level. I look forward to using the information in this course to improve." Wayne - Participant from DSR Course (Perth, Apr 2009).

• "A thoroughly enjoyable course. I learnt a lot of skills which I believe I will implement on-the-job. This training, although planned for sports industry professionals, was also relevant to other industries." - Participant from WA Dept. of Sport & Recreation Course (Perth, Nov 2008).

• "I strongly recommend that all PNG Maritime lecturers attend this course - it really helps in developing or improving our teaching skills" - Participant from Pacific Islands Maritime Personnel Course (Fiji, Jul 2008).  

client testimonials

• "We completely endorse the AIWD's training approach, based upon their previous track record in providing timely, relevant and professionally delivered in-service training to SPC’s staff." Secretariat of the Pacific Community - Planning Adviser, Strategic Policy and Planning Unit.

• "Mike clearly masters his subject area; he is a very enthusiastic and dynamic presenter and has excellent people skills, which is very important in an international and multi-cultural environment such as ours." Secretariat of the Pacific Community - Director, Corporate Planning.

• "Mike McLaughlinhas a very professional approach to the delivery of training programs. Feedback from participants has always been reflective of the high standards set by Mike and the professional manner in which the program and the associated resources are presented. The ARU is more than happy with the level of service provided." Australian Rugby Union - Referee Education Manager.

• Mike's facilitation skills are exceptional - he has the ability through presentation to provide suitable level material to engage the audience in productive debate." Touch Football Australia - Member Services Manager.