BEcome a Member

Why join?


AHANZ is the recognised connected voice of allied health professionals advancing their common interests.

 

Allied health professional groups are comparatively small in number compared to other health professionals. Joining together increases our numbers significantly and gives us a strong voice on common interests and issues.

 

Each member association also benefits from the knowledge and skills shared within AHANZ. All member associations retain their autonomy and ability to act independently.

Together we can advance the common interests of allied health professionals and make a difference!

Membership Categories & Subscription Rates


Allied Health Aotearoa New Zealand has the following membership categories:

  • Full Membership
  • Commercial Associate Membership
  • Strategic Partner Membership

Group 1



Regulated by statute – HPCA Act 2003 & SWR Act 2003

Group 2


Bachelor’s / Masters / Doctoral degree / Postgraduate Diplomas

Group 3


NZQA Level 5 or 6 Certificate / Diploma

Group 4


NZQA Level 4 Certificate

How to Join

All member organisations are required to meet the following criteria:



  1. Have a Code of Ethics;
  2. Have a defined general scope of practice or standards of practice;
  3. Have competence standards and a mechanism for monitoring compliance with the standards;
  4. Have a robust public complaints process;
  5. Have a direct patient care role and may have application to broader public health outcomes.

Individual practitioners within Member Associations:



  1. Will be autonomous practitioners;
  2. Will practice in an evidence-based paradigm, using an internationally recognised body of knowledge to protect, restore and maintain optimal physical, sensory, psychological, cognitive, social and cultural function;
  3. May utilise or supervise assistants, technicians and support workers.

All four groups are deemed to be Full Members of AHANZ. Membership provides full and equal voting rights on the governance and strategic direction of the Society. Members may also stand for election to the Society’s Executive Committee. Membership also includes access to our regular member forums and the monthly member e-newsletter.

To join, please contact us

Strategic Partner


Strategic Partner status is available to recognised organisations with whom AHANZ acknowledges a close working relationship. Strategic Partners include the Ministry of Health, ACC, and Nga Pou Mana.

There is no charge for organisations approved by the Executive Committee as Strategic Partners.


If you are interested in becoming a Strategic Partner, please contact us.

Commercial Associate Partner


Commercial Associate Partner status is available to recognized organizations and businesses which are of particular relevance and interest to a wide range of allied health professions. The PSA is currently our only Commercial Associate Partner.


There is an annual fee for organizations and businesses approved by the Executive Committee as Commercial Associate Partners.


If you are interested in becoming a Commercial Associate Partner, please contact us.

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