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Benefits of an APAA Member
Below is a list of services and products developed specifically for APAA members to help promote you credibility, protect you and save you time and money
NATIONAL OFFICE CUSTOMER SERVICE:
• FREE Medical Malpractice/Liability Insurance (up to $1million cover) *conditions apply
• FREE Ad Hoc Legal Advice and Discounted Legal Services
• FREE Short Term Loss of Income Insurance following accidents
• FREE Educational Webinars
• Discounted Merchant Facilities and Banking Facilities
• Discounted Shopping
• Discounted Travel and Accommodation
• Vehicle Acquisition
• Updates on Wage Awards
• Insurance Protection
• Workplace Agreements
• Assistance with product supplier lists
• Health Regulations
• Any other help that you may require contact the office on Ph: 07 3387 1999 and our friendly staff will direct you.
• Free Advice from our Industry Consultants
CERTIFICATE & CODE OF ETHICS:
Framing your CODE OF ETHICS will demonstrate to your clients that your credentials are backed by a Professional Association and that our conduct reflects the requirements of a professional code. It will also give you better standing and rates with insurance companies.
THE AUSTRALASIAN AESTHETIC JOURNAL:
Your quarterly journal will offer you in-depth Educational articles, government and legal requirements, wage issues and an array of information that you will not find in a standard industry magazine.
DISCOUNT RATES FOR FINANCIAL PRODUCTS:
As a member you can secure cheaper rates in the following areas:
1. Eftpos Machine facilities
2. Credit card facilities
3. Transaction services (Merchant Banking)
4. Funds management
5. General Life insurance
DISCOUNT BOOK CLUB:
Use your membership card to purchase professional books and learning tools at a discount rate as promoted in the Australian Aesthetic Journal.
AUSTRALASIAN AESTHETIC CONFERENCE:
To remain the best expert in your field you need to update your education and knowledge. The APAA stages Australia’s leading Educational Conference – a two-day event packed with the most credible and advanced education staged anywhere in Australia.
APAA – National Student Conference:
a yearly event that lends support and advice to graduating students as they venture into the world. All APAA Seminars & Educational conference Attendance are linked to Continued Educational Points. All APAA members qualify for discounts when attending this APAA Educational Conferences.
APAA – National Educational Sponsors Programme:
APAA creates a platform of learning and interaction for all its college members where a full day is dedicated specifically for them. APAA-Trademarked Specialist Professional Memberships Programme
• APAA-Australian Medical & Clinical Laser Professionals
• APAA-Australasian Cosmetic Tattoo Professionals
• APAA-Australasian Nail Professionals
APAA-Pathways to Higher Learning
APAA has formed a strategic alliance with Victoria University giving you advice on how to study towards a Higher Education Learning qualification.
MERCHANDISING:
Purchase specialised quality products to help enhance your business image, protect you and promote your professionalism.
• Do you have a PRIVACY POLICY in your business? Purchase the complete legal document fully bound, together with a Certificate for just $39.50 (valued at $1500).
• Do you have a CANCELLATION POLICY to discourage clients not showing up for their appointment?
• Our CANCELLATION POLICY
• POST CARDS, GIFT VOUCHERS, PLASTIC RETAIL BAGS and four beautiful seasonal full-coloured NEWSLETTERS that are generic – all these are of the highest quality but at very affordable prices to help your business grow.
NATIONAL AWARDS PROGRAM:
As an APAA member you can enter your salon in the NATIONAL AWARDS OF EXCELLENCE and benefit from the recognition, publicity and prizes. The exercise of entry alone is an excellent investment opportunity for you to benchmark your professional and business practices against Australian’s leading National Standards.
INSURANCE:
APAA offers the most comprehensive insurance scheme to cover you for Professional Indemnity, Professional Liability and Treatment Risk. It is the only policy of its kind that is equivalent to Medical Malpractice, developed to offer our industry the most comprehensive protection available at special members’ rates. Once you are a member you can phone 1800 727 642 (1800 PARMIA) and speak to either Suzy Pratt or Daniel Gumm for membership discounts.
CLIENT REFERRAL:
The APAA currently contributes articles on a regular basis in several consumer magazines educating the public on what to expect from a salon and offering them contact details to reach an APAA Accredited therapist. If you would like us to refer clients to you please authorise us to do so by ticking the box on your Membership Form and we will be happy to forward your details to potential clients.
WEB PUBLICITY:
The APAA website is a very popular site, currently enjoying over million visits a year. As a member you will receive your special password on your membership card to access “Member Only” information. There are approximately 1000 pages of information on the members’ only site. The public site is also extremely popular with consumers accessing information about our members and the industry at large.
APAA LOGO:
As a proud member of the APAA we recommend that you use our logo to your full promotional advantage. You can request an email copy of our logo that you can include on your Business Card, Brochures, Treatment Menu and your Advertising. However, there are specific guidelines you must abide by when using the Logo. Please ask for the guidelines when requesting your email copy of the logo.
YOUR MEMBERSHIP DOLLAR ALSO FUNDS THE FOLLOWING ACTIVITIES:
• Updating Wage Awards
• Representing your interests at Government levels
• Contribution to the development of training
• Participation in the review process of Health Regulations
• Pursuing Government Grants for training programs in leadership and business
• Maintaining an active network with consumer publication and the press
• Disputes and concerns
Display your APAA MEMBERSHIP and CODE OF ETHICS with pride as the seal of your recognition and professionalism.
Join today and be part of Australia’s most progressive professional community. For further information contact our Head Office 07 3387 1999 or email: info@apaa.com.au.