Australian Community Workers Association Australian Community Workers Association

Become a member

If you are a qualified community worker you can apply for ACWA membership.

Your connection with us can bring many benefits in both personal and societal terms. You will become a valued member of a well-respected community of professionals, each of whom has committed to ethical practice and life-long development.

Members are required to hold a relevant degree or accredited diploma qualification. Student members must be currently enrolled in an ACWA accredited course. Membership is only available to Australian residents or citizens.

Members must agree to abide by ACWA’s Code of ethics.

Members may choose to have their profile posted on the public listing.

Eligibility

To be eligible for membership you must hold a relevant higher qualification or accredited diploma as well as relevant industry experience in some cases.

A relevant qualification is one which adequately prepares graduates to perform community work in Australia. It should specialise in community or human services, or a specific service field. Fields of practice include youth work, mental health, applied social science, community development, alcohol and other drugs, disability services and counselling.

Please note: Some students use their prior work experience to gain recognition of prior learning (RPL) towards their qualification. ACWA only accepts a maximum of 40% RPL otherwise a qualification will not be recognised.

How to apply for membership

Membership

Student membership