The AAQHC

The Australasian Association for Quality in Health Care (AAQHC) was established in 1992 by a committed group of clinicians with a strong interest in the quality and safety of health care. It is a member-driven, not-for-profit organisation served by a volunteer Council comprised of representatives from all Australian States and Territories and New Zealand.

AAQHC membership is a great investment for individuals and organisations in the public and private health care industry throughout Australasia. The diversity of the membership base provides a vast source of contacts, information and funds to ensure it remains a pivotal influence in the health care industry.

AAQHC is an institutional member of the International Society for Quality in Healthcare (ISQua).

Primarily the Australasian Association for Quality in Health Care exists to serve its members by:

• providing support and encouragement to individuals and organisations seeking to improve health outcomes for consumers
• providing a voice on safety and quality issues
• facilitating opportunities for communication and co-operation as well as exchange of ideas and experiences
• facilitating and supporting ongoing education and development
• recognising qualifications and experience to Associate Fellow and Fellow status through a credentialing program
• To develop and foster alliances with related national and international bodies