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Sometimes you just need HR information or support, without the extras.
As an affiliate member of AHRI, you will have the support and HR resources you need to successfully manage people and HR processes in your organisation.
You do not need to know anything about HR or have a background in the HR profession to apply for affiliate membership. Affiliate members are also not required to undertake continuing professional development.
Affiliate membership is suitable if you
You can apply online and pay by credit card, and a receipt will be automatically emailed to you. Either:
If you are living outside of Australia, please complete this member application form and email it to enquiries@ahri.com.au.
Your new AHRI membership profile will be created with your personal and employment/study details. Please note your username and password so you can access members-only webpages once your application is completed.
Your application will be processed immediately and you will receive a confirmation email and welcome pack.
*If you are living outside of Australia and submitted a PDF application form, please allow up to 7 days for your application to be reviewed. A confirmation email will be sent to you when your membership has been reviewed and approved. You will be posted a new member pack in the mail within 7 days of your membership being confirmed.
Have questions about becoming a member or having trouble joining online? Call (03) 9918 9230 to speak to our Member and Student Support team or email enquiries@ahri.com.au.
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Access online HR resources including checklists, guidelines and policy templates, and the email support service Ask AHRI
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Join in the discussion at this exclusive, members-only LinkedIn group to stay connected to the profession, and each other.
Your login details are only for your own personal use and should never be shared. Your personal information (including your home address, email address and date of birth) is visible to anyone using your login details, as is your CPD record. Please log out of your AHRI profile before you register another person for an event or course.
All requests for new or existing individual members to be linked to an organisation membership should be directed to the organisation's principal member or nominated contact.
Unsure who this is? Please call (03) 9918 9230 to speak to our Member and Student Support team or email enquiries@ahri.com.au. If you would like to become a new member and be linked to the organisation membership you will need to complete a linked member application form.
You can update your details in several ways:
You can upgrade your membership at any time by completing the appropriate online upgrade form, which you can accessed in your member profile. If your membership is linked to an organisation membership, please email organisationmember@ahri.com.au for details. Ensure that you meet the eligibility requirements before submitting your documents for consideration of an upgrade. A one-off, non-refundable upgrade assessment fee of $60.50 is payable.
Membership is for 12 months from the date of application or renewal. Your renewal date is rounded to the closest end of the month. For example, If you apply on or before 15 November, your renewal date is 31 October in the following year; or if you apply after 15 November your renewal date will be 30 November.
New affiliate and student member applications are processed right away once payment is received. Professional membership applications are processed within 1-2 business days.
All upgrade applicants will be notified of the outcome via email when it has been approved. Upgrade packs will also be posted out (except for free student members upgrading to paid student members) and will include a new certificate of membership.
There is no age limit for Student or Graduate membership.
View online the full terms and conditions of your membership.
AHRI accepts Visa, MasterCard, Diners or American Express when paying your annual membership fee. You can also pay over the phone (03 9918 9230) by providing your credit card details, by cheque made payable to AHRI or by EFT payment.
Alternatively, Australia based members can set up automatic monthly direct debit via select credit cards (Visa and MasterCard). For more information on this payment method, please call us on (03) 9918 9230 or email enquiries@ahri.com.au.
AHRI membership keeps you up-to-date with the latest developments in HR, gives you access to HR resources, and helps you advance your career and tap into professional networks. Membership with AHRI is highly regarded by employers as it demonstrates your commitment to the profession. Learn more about membership benefits