ACPA Membership
Recognition, Advocacy, Community
As an ACPA member, you are a MACPA and part of a professional community that is uniquely recognised for its qualifications, expertise, and ongoing commitment to professional development. ACPA offers invaluable resources and opportunities for members to continue growing their practice and influencing the future of clinical psychology in Australia.
Recognition as a Highly Qualified Expert
ACPA is a national association exclusively focused on the advancement and recognition of clinical psychologists. As a member, you are part of a professional community recognised for maintaining the highest standards of training and ethical practice. By using the MACPA post-nominal, your additional qualifications and expertise are acknowledged, clearly distinguishing you as a clinical psychologist.
Advocacy for the Profession
ACPA works tirelessly to set educational, ethical, and professional standards for clinical psychologists and to advocate for important issues affecting our profession. Our advocacy efforts are focused on:
- Securing funding for clinical psychologist positions in public health and community services.
- Expanding access to Medicare sessions and rebates, to ensure more Australians can benefit from high-quality psychological care.
- Supporting training institutions and creating more postgraduate placements, registrar positions, and supervision opportunities for aspiring clinical psychologists.
ACPA is at the forefront of these efforts on behalf of our members, helping to shape policies that impact both the profession and the communities we serve.
A Thriving Community
ACPA is committed to fostering a vibrant, supportive community of clinical psychologists. As an ACPA member, you gain access to a wide network of like-minded professionals who are passionate about advancing mental health care and ensuring the future of our profession.
ACPA provides numerous opportunities for networking, career progression, and ongoing professional development—all designed to support your growth and success as a Clinical Psychologist.
MACPA Benefits: Supporting Your Professional Journey
Being a MACPA – member of ACPA - means having access to a wealth of resources designed to support your ongoing professional development and career growth.
- Continuing Professional Development (CPD) - We understand the importance of maintaining current clinical knowledge. Our members receive access to a variety of up-to-date CPD tools and resources, including:
- MyCPD – ACPA’s CPD management and tracking tool designed specifically to track and record all CPD undertaken and provide a streamlined report in the case of an audit.
- ACPA Video Library: A growing collection of leading clinicians discussing and demonstrating their work. These videos cover a range of topics to help enhance your skills and knowledge and meet CPD requirements whenever and wherever you are.
- Oxford Clinical Psychology Library: Access hundreds of books by world-class authors in the field of Clinical Psychology.
- ProQuest Academic Database: Stay up-to-date with the latest research findings from thousands of academic journals through this essential resource.
- ACPA Connect: A members-only forum for sharing resources, discussing clinical topics, and connecting with peers.
- Additional Member Benefits- ACPA members also receive access to exclusive services, including:
- ACPA Ethics Support and Advisory Service: Providing professional guidance on ethical dilemmas and challenges.
- Find a Clinical Psychologist Directory: Ensure potential clients can easily find your services.
- Student and Associate Membership: A pathway to becoming a clinical psychologist, with complimentary AHPRA-compliant professional practice insurance - including professional indemnity, public liability, and product liability.
ACPA Events
ACPA hosts a variety of professional events and conferences designed to promote learning, networking, and career development. This includes the ACPA National Conference, featuring expert speakers, panel discussions, and networking opportunities. All MACPA’s enjoy discounted tickets to events.