How to join an Interest Group

Step-by-Step Guide

Step 1: Access Your APS Member Dashboard

1. Click this link to go to the APS Member Dashboard.
2. If you’re already logged in, you’ll be taken directly to the dashboard.
3. If you’re not logged in, enter your APS member credentials, and you’ll be redirected to the dashboard automatically.

Step 2: Purchase the 'Access to Interest Groups' Subscription

1. On your dashboard, click the "Subscribe to More Interest Groups" link.
2. Select 'Access to Interest Groups' and follow the prompts to complete your purchase for $25.

Step 3: Select One or More Interest Groups

1. A list of Interest Groups will be displayed in alphabetical order (A–Z).
2. Scroll through the list to find the Interest Group(s) that align with your professional interests.
3. Select the group(s) you’d like to join.

Step 4: Explore Additional Subscription Options

Once you’ve selected your Interest Group(s), keep scrolling to see other subscription options available to APS members, including:

• College Journals
• APS Journals (Australian Psychologist and Australian Journal of Psychology)
• ProQuest Premium Database (all APS members already have access to the standard ProQuest database).

Step 5: Complete Your Payment

1. When you’re ready to finalise, click "Continue to Payment".
2. Enter your payment details and click "Pay Now".
3. Your payment will be processed, and you’ll receive a confirmation email.

Step 6: Access Your Interest Groups

It will take 1–2 days for your Interest Group(s) to appear in your PsyCommunity list of My Communities. Once visible, you can participate in discussions, access resources, and connect with other members.

Need to Get in Touch?

For everything you need to know about membership, we’re here to help:

• Monday to Friday: 8:45am–5:15pm AEST
• Phone: 1800 333 497
• Email: [email protected]

Or, if you prefer, you can request a call back at a time that works for you.