DAA - Dietitian Association of Australia

DAA Membership 

The Dietitian Association of Australia is the largest and most influential organisation for dietitians and nutritionists in the country. 

More than just an association, it is a community of support and inspiration.

Dietitians and dietetics students enrolled in accredited entry-level courses in Australia are eligible for membership. 

Being a member helps support the profession and promote good health and wellbeing for all Australians.

If you are a Dietitian Accredited Practitioner (DAP) or a dietetic student, your DAA membership offers you a way to connect with like-minded people, develop your practice, and learn from career experts.

Membership Categories

Whether you are just starting out or at the height of your career, membership in the Dietitian Association of Australia (DAA) gets you career-enhancing training, support and rewards. 

Memberships are available in the following categories:

• Full membership
• Student membership
• Student upgrade (to full membership)
• Affiliate membership
• APD only

Join the Dietitian Association of Australia and expand your network, broaden your knowledge, make a positive impact on your industry, and stand out from the crowd.

Why Become a DAA Member?

• Increase the awareness and demand for APDs through our media, PR, advocacy, and marketing efforts
• Support and provide information to each member regarding their practice
• Recognise and reward the achievements of members through awards, grants, scholarships, and prizes
• Provide mentorship to new or resuming dietitians
• Develop media skills among members
• Provide members with subsidised Continuing Professional Development (CPD) opportunities
• Offer quality courses for health practitioners who want to stay current at the DAA Centre for Advanced Learning
• Establish a professional network with peers through exclusive members' discussion forums, social events, and interest groups
• Support and encourage leadership in member communities through volunteerism
• Provide exclusive member resources like: 
  
  • Practice-based Evidence in Nutrition (PEN)
  • Nutrition & Dietetics journal
  • ProQuest
  • DAA's own resource databases
  • DINER 
  • PIP
• Enhance the Find an Accredited Practising Dietitian directory and make it the go-to spot for those seeking a dietitian
• Keep members informed with regular news and alerts
• Ensure only competent and safe dietitians can become APDs by accrediting university dietetics programs, managing the APD credential, and establishing standards of conduct.
• Through the Member Portal, you have access to a wide range of services, resources, and opportunities. 

Membership Fees

The Dietitian Association of Australia requires that you are a qualified dietitian or a dietetic student enrolled in an accredited program to become a member. 

Members pay the following fees:

• Annual payment for membership that runs from 1 January to 31 December. 
• Payment settled in full (12 months) or instalment* (4 payments) 
• Non-refundable fees unless Parental Leave is undertaken

As a full member, your fee reflects your current employment status. It means you pay less if you don't work full time.

Only full members are eligible for instalment payments. Visit the DAA website to learn more about membership fees.

For more information on DAA's membership categories, eligibility requirements, and fees, please visit the website.