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In the world of speech pathology we face community and state issues,
national, and international issues a single stand alone speech pathologist will
find it hard to respond to these issues
but as a united group with a thriving association
we can have an impact on issues for our membership and clients
your membership helps Speech Pathology Australia continue
to be the voice for speech pathologists and provide a comprehensive range of member services
Speech Pathology Australia represents and lobbies for our profession through external bodies
including government employing authorities and community in general in addition
SPA manages many public relations and media activities
including SPA week and book of the year awards
these are opportunities for speech pathology Australia student members to be involved in through out the year
Speech Pathology Australia produces publications on professional issues on
up-to-date research
as student members it's imperative we keep up to date with evidence-based
practice. As members we receive these publications on a regular basis for
free
access is also provided to the Associations dynamic website
which includes exclusive fact sheets, a job board,
publications, position papers, and other member resources
in addition Speech Pathology Australia coordinate continuing professional
development events,
and a national conference. Student members are offered professional development
opportunities and national conference registration fees
at student member rates. As a member you also gain access to the member Advantage
program
whereby benefits such as discounted dining, accommodation,
movie tickets, magazines and many more discounts are included
Student membership is ninety nine dollars a year and students are able to pay a special
reduced rate
for their first year after completion of their course. Go over to
www.speechpathologyaustralia.org.au and click on the join SPA tab to
download a membership form
and join the National peak body that represents our profession
so become a member today