The future of Pre-hospital Care in Australia
The industry is in constant shift and never more so than now.
State, Federal and specific Govt departments are in a constant
state of flux. Changes that are made at local levels can affect
the way you conduct your business. Accrediting bodies influence
your business as does funding, taxation issues and legal matters.
As a member of A.E.C.P. you can stay informed of change AND
contribute to the organisation that will help others stay
informed. Active membership will provide strength that will help
influence policy decision makers and provide insight to what's
happening on a State and Federal level in your industry.
Remain informed
Annual Conferences, AGMs and state based forums consolidate to
gather information, best practice and on going improvements that
can only help you with your business. All members are encouraged
to stand for positions at local and national levels. Provision
within our constitution allows all members to vote. This will
ensure your voice is heard within AECP and permit each one to have
a personal contribution to AECP.
Develop your training or supply
organisation through networking and the exchange of new ideas and
services.
Keynote speakers are invited to these events to present case
studies, product launches/information.
Newsletter
Periodic newsletter is one of the instruments to be used by AECP
to get information, developments, product information and other
relevant data to members. In fact you may choose to sponsor an
advert in a newsletter to target like minded organisations with
your product or service.
Links to Other Associations
Strength will also come from affiliation with other relevant
organisations. This is under constant review. Affiliations can
help you to become aware of strategies and developments in similar
organisations that can contribute to your own company.
Business Partners
Business partners in Insurance, Accounting and Legal practices are
yet another way to employ businesses in tune with our industry.
Discounts and/or rebates provided by partners helps AECP remain
financially viable. More importantly these partners have a good
grasp of our industry and you don't have to pay for "educating"
these service providers in your business.
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Your voice
The most important aspect of being a member is having the collective
voice of our industry heard by Government and other bodies that make
decisions that impact our business. The bigger the voice the louder
noise we can make to effect change. Think of the bodies that impact
your business:
- WorkCover or similar in every
state and territory
- VETAB, VETEC or whatever your
local accrediting body is known as, determining the level of
training for your trainers, the accreditation of your business,
the delivery methods etc
- Trade Practices
- ATO - GST
- State Govt Depts like Health
Your personal voice, of course, must be heard in making
recommendations and improvements to our industry
Research
One of the activities of AECP is to pursue relevant research into
first aid practice. With many treatments drawn from practices more
than a century old, it's clear we need fresh research to ensure we
are in fact delivering best practice.
Recognition
As a member, you'll also be expected to adhere to AECP code of
conduct. As such you will be able to use the AECP logo, with
permission granted after approving the way in which it will be used,
alongside your advertising or promotions. The logo will stand for
standards in our industry and provide a measure of certainty to your
clients.
Mediation
Temporary "bodies" drawn from AECP membership can convene to hear
disputes between members companies. (Rules for this process are
still under construction). Nevertheless committees such as this can
help to keep the industry healthy and mitigate expensive legal
action.
Mediation may also take the form of arbitration between student and
RTO. Naturally there are costs involved in providing this service.
Access Security & Strength
Membership to AECP offers you representation; security and
opportunities not discussed or available in other forums to further
develop your knowledge and skills as a Trainer and First Aid and
Emergency Care and Ambulance Provider.
Ensure Your
Industry Remains Strong: -
The only way you and your industry can be strong is to support the
only organisation which will support you and assist you to grow in
your industry.
AECP's MISSION: - "Preparing you for Tomorrow" |
