Since AHANA started, we have had many organisations reach out for guidance in developing services which can be provided by AHAs. These organisations want to be able to provide the full range of services which AHAs are ready, trained and skilled to provide. However, funding for AHA services is always an issue.  

The contributions AHAs make to health service provision in organisations should be recognised with government funding.  

We are working with our industry partners to develop a co-regulation framework for AHAs, which will be proposed to the federal government. Your input is essential to shaping this proposal, ensuring the future of the AHA profession, and improving care outcomes for all Australians.

You will find our Briefing Paper about co-regulation for AHAs linked below. Once you have read the Paper we’d appreciate your input into our survey here, or use the QR code below.

We have also set up the AHANA Industry Network on The Allied Health Academy platform for our AHANA members to contribute to this proposal. It includes a discussion forum, and it would be great if you could join us there to have your say on how AHA co-regulation can benefit your organisation and your community. Membership is free for AHANA Members - simply click here and follow the login prompts.

On 16 May 2024, we held a webinar to introduce our plans: Unlock the Potential of Allied Health Assistants - the Allied Health Assistants’ National Association Industry Network. Don’t worry if you missed out on attending, the link to the video recording is available here. Below we have also included the presentation slides and a list of FAQs related to co-regulation. 

AHANA Co-regulation - Briefing Paper - March 2024

AHANA Co-regulation Webinar Presentation - May 2024

AHANA Unlock the Potential of AHAs - Co-regulation FAQs - May 2024

Please contact us if you have any questions at admin@ahana.com.au.