Australian Physiotherapy Association Employee Directory
Non-profit OrganizationsVictoria, Australia201-500 Employees
The Australian Physiotherapy Association (APA) is a national peak body representing more than 32,000 physiotherapists and their patients in Australia. Based in Melbourne, the organization operates with state and territory branches and specialty groups, governed by a Board elected from multiple stakeholder representatives. Its core focus is continuing professional education, offering advanced training and peer support through one of 21 national groups to help practitioners develop expertise and collaborate across areas of practice. The APA is a non-profit industry body within the health and welfare sector, aligning with international standards through its affiliation with the World Confederation for Physical Therapy. It supports professional and ethical conduct beyond registration requirements and has been recognized as an Employer of Choice in multiple years. Recent initiatives include partnerships and research related to aquatic physiotherapy, concussion management guidelines in collaboration with AIS and Ahpra, and a Reconciliation Action Plan intended to foster stronger, racially respectful relationships.