The Australian Podiatry Association is an independent, member organisation with a long history of service both to the profession and the community.  The Australian Podiatry Association (APodA) is the peak representative body for our profession and boasts a membership of 70% of registered podiatrists in South Australia. 

Members join the Association at a state level, with each Association acting autonomously.  Each state Association holds membership at the Australasian Podiatry Council (APodC) which functions at a national level.

Key roles of the APodA:

• To represent the profession to government and associated bodies, health funds and other professional associations
• To maintain professional standards through continuing education and resources to ensure the competence of practitioners
• To maintain ethical standards by encouraging members to comply with the Code of Ethics
• To promote and support the profession through planned promotional events, liaison with external bodies and provision of promotional materials to members

Membership Benefits

Since 1933 the Association has provided members with valuable resources which enhance professional status and enable continued growth and success.

The Australian Podiatry Association (SA) has the major objectives of assisting, educating, representing and promoting podiatry in South Australia.