Preparing an Application

Application Process

Follow these steps to complete your membership application

STEP 1

Review Requirements

Review the requirements for your membership category, including the application guidelines document and application checklist designed to guide you through the application process.

STEP 2

Prepare and Submit Application

Complete and submit your application online along with the application fee.

STEP 3

Confirmation Email

Receive "Application Received" confirmation email.

STEP 4

Review Process

Our Membership Team reviews your application after fee payment.

STEP 5

Additional Documents

If required, we may request additional documents or information to complete your application.

STEP 6

Application Success

Receive an “Application Success” email when your application is complete and successful. This email will contain information for the next steps.

STEP 7

Complete New Member Survey

Link for this survey will be found in the “Application Success” email.

STEP 8

Membership Payment

Once the survey has been completed, the Membership Team will generate your membership invoice. This will be emailed to you and additionally can be accessed by logging into your ABA Australia account.

STEP 9

Membership Approval

Once membership payment has been received, the Membership Team will issue your “Application Approved” email confirming your active membership status. Welcome to ABA Australia!

Important Preparation Guidelines

Essential tips and requirements before starting your application

Complete Application in One Session

Finish the entire application without interruptions. Gather necessary documents beforehand for efficient uploading.

Use the Application Checklist

Prepare documents using the checklist available on the membership resources page.

Document Naming Convention

Name documents as: "Last Name, First Name, Document Title (certified/not certified)"

Document Certification

Some documents require certification from qualified authorities.

Click here for more information about Certifying a Document

University Degrees & Qualifications

Australian university certified copies can be submitted via My eQuals
Overseas qualifications undergo comparability assessment

Application Tips & Guidance

Watch our comprehensive video guide for preparing your application.

Watch Application Tips

Application and Membership Fees

Application Fees (GST inclusive)

CBA and CBA-U $44

Professional $33

Affiliate $22

Student No fee

Supporter No fee

Membership Fees (GST inclusive)

Certified Behaviour Analyst $330

CBA–Undergraduate $275

Professional $242

Affiliate $165

Student $27.50

Supporter $55

Note: Application fees began February 1, 2024 and are non-refundable if unsuccessful. Payment must occur within 7 days of invoice date.

Membership Requirements

All members must meet the following requirements:

Comply with application guide criteria
Agree to abide by the Code of Ethical Practice
Follow the National Code of Conduct for their state or territory

Additional Information

Important details about membership and how to get support

Membership Details

Duration

12 months from approval date

Renewal Reminders

Sent 6 weeks, 2 weeks prior to renewal date, and on renewal date

Registry

All members are listed publicly on our registry. You can choose to add additional professional information by updating details in your profile

Need Help?

For questions regarding applications, contact our Membership Team. We're here to support you through the process.

membership@auaba.com.au

Membership Survey

All members completing an initial membership application or annual renewal application are required to complete this survey as part of the membership process. Information collected through the survey assists in confirming ongoing membership eligibility and alignment with ABA Australia’s professional requirements, while also providing a clearer understanding of the behaviour analytic workforce across Australia.

Workforce data collected includes information relating to professional indemnity insurance, continuing professional development, recency of practice, membership category eligibility, professional status, employment arrangements, workplace settings, geographic distribution, practice sectors, and workforce demographics. This information enables ABA Australia to identify workforce trends, understand where and how behaviour analysts are practising, identify service access needs, support workforce planning and professional development initiatives, strengthen advocacy efforts through accurate workforce data, and promote a diverse, inclusive, and culturally responsive profession.

Demographic information collected through the workforce survey also supports ABA Australia’s understanding of workforce diversity, including representation across gender, age, country of birth, cultural identity, and geographic location. These insights assist in identifying opportunities to support inclusive professional standards and culturally responsive practice across the field.

Members may choose whether to provide consent for their de-identified information to be included in reporting. Where consent is provided, data is anonymised prior to analysis and reported only in aggregate form. Individual members are not identifiable in any publicly available reporting. Where consent is not provided, member information is excluded from workforce analysis.

Once your application has been successful, you will be sent a link to complete the survey. Following survey completion, your membership invoice will be generated and sent to you via email. Your membership will be approved and active once you receive an “Application Approved” email.

Ready to Apply?

Ensure you have all necessary documents prepared and follow our application checklist for a smooth process.

Navigate to the membership category you wish to apply for and scroll to the bottom to find the "Apply Now" option.

Start Your Application