Podiatry SA

The Accredited Podiatrist Program is an Australasian system designed to enhance and encourage continuing education and professional development opportunities for practicing podiatrists.

It provides a mechanism for recognising the efforts of practitioners in maintaining and developing their knowledge and skills in podiatry practice, ultimately rewarding individuals with accreditation status.

Increasingly, the general public is seeking reassurance as to the qualifications and competence of health practitioners. Health care, like many industries, is rapidly changing and consumers demand expertise in current methods and standards of practice. Government funding bodies and third party organisations have proposed a variety of systems for accrediting practitioners - one system, driven by the profession is simpler for individuals and third party organisations. It ensures a relevant and appropriate approach is taken.

Any podiatrist who holds current membership with their local podiatry association or society may participate in the program. The handbook and forms can be found in the members only section of this website.

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.

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

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.

Only registered podiatrists who are prepared to follow the Association's code of ethics is granted membership.

The Australian Podiatry Association (SA) is a member of the Australasian Podiatry Council.