AAPM's Fellowship program is a prestigious honour in recognition of significant commitment and contribution to the profession of Practice Management. Achievement of AAPM Fellow:
+ status promotes excellence and professionalism in Practice Management
+ recognises individuals who have met required levels of knowledge skill and abilities
+ assists employers in identifying individuals who meet nationally recognised standards
+ provides formal recognition of those individuals who meet these standards
+ recognises those who must maintain industry standards
+ establishes AAPM as a credentialing body under the umbrella of UNE.
To apply for Fellowship of AAPM, you must meet the following criteria:
+ Be an active financial member of AAPM for a minimum of 3 consecutive years.
+ Hold a Certified Practice Manager status.
+ Complete an additional qualification of Certificate IV or higher in a related field of study. If this qualification was completed more than 3 years ago, it will be considered for currency and relevance to Practice Management, in conjunction with your CV and current position.
Or undertake one of the following:
+ An approved professional paper on Practice Management.
+ 240 hours of formal study related to healthcare management, such as study modules.
+ A demonstrated accrual of a minimum of 300 Continuing Professional Development (CPD) points within the previous triennium (three year period).
+ Complete the AAPM Fellowship interview.
+ Agree to maintain 300 CPD points per triennium period to ensure eligibility for the AAPM Fellow credential.
AAPM Fellowship application form.
Please ensure that the completed form is returned to the AAPM National Office, with:
+ your CV and formal letter of application
+ supporting documentation, such as academic transcripts, evidence of formal study, case studies or professional paper
+ CPD record
