Members
Why Become a Member of the DHAA Inc.?
Membership to the National Association is automatic upon joining a State or Territory Branch, and membership fees are tax deductible. For further details on how to join, please visit the website of the Branch nearest you.
Being a full member of the DHAA provides:
- Representation at state, national and international levels
- Representation of your profession in private, public and political arenas
- Promotion of your profession among other allied health organisations, associations and companies through marketing and public relations activities
- DHAA Inc. voting rights
- Opportunities to develop professional contacts and friendships
- Complimentary editions of Hygiene Today - the official journal of the DHAA Inc.
- Complimentary editions of The Bulletin - the DHAA Inc. newsletter
- Promotional material such as an annual customised Dental Hygienist diary, fridge magnets & luggage tags
- Reduced fees for Symposium - the annual seminar conducted by the Association
- membership of the International Federation of Dental Hygienists
- Access to professional education programs and trade exhibitions
- Exclusive invitations to product launches by oral health care companies
- Free samples of new products from oral health care companies
- Invitations to professional education organised by affiliated groups
- Recognition, support and possible funding for research or projects that promote the objectives of the DHAA Inc.
- Access to the employment register
- Opportunities to represent fellow members by holding an Executive or National Councillor position
- Employment contract advice
- Discounted professional indemnity insurance
- Involvement in Dental Health Week and IFDH Day
- Strong established relationships with the Australian Dental Association and other dental associations
- Participation in the Oral B ISDH Award
As the profession of dental hygiene progresses in Australia we look forward to the involvement of colleagues and wish you every success in your chosen field.
Becoming A Member
You can become a member of the DHAA Inc by getting in touch with your state's branch. Follow the link to your state's website:
