Become an ASA Trainee Member
Why choose membership with the Australian Society of Anaesthetists?
ASA Trainee Membership supports you at every stage of your training journey, from preparing for ANZCA entry and exams to building confidence for specialist practice.
Access practical resources, education, advocacy, CPD support and transition-to-practice guidance to help you keep progressing.
“My membership made a real difference when I was sitting my part 2 exams and needed some extra support…helpful with tips and tricks and really putting me at ease when it came to sitting Part 2 and progressing through training to become an anaesthetist.”
Dr Samantha Gluer
ASA Trainee Member
Who can join the Australian Society of Anaesthetists?
ASA Trainee Membership is for Ahpra registered medical practitioners in Australia who are preparing to enter, or are currently undertaking, anaesthesia training.
Not a Trainee Anaesthetist ? Explore other ASA memberships
Trainee pathways
- PMET
For doctors planning to enter ANZCA anaesthesia training within the next three years, including interns, RMOs, HMOs and SRMOs. - Introductory / Basic Trainee
For doctors currently undertaking early anaesthesia training with ANZCA, including eligible rural generalist anaesthesia trainees. - Advanced
For later-stage trainees preparing for final exams and looking for deeper educational and professional support. - Provisional Fellow
For trainees transitioning from fellowship into specialist practice and preparing for the next stage of their career.
What happens as I progress through training?
Your membership will move to the next trainee level based on the training dates you provide, so you can access the resources, rates and benefits most relevant to your stage of training. You can view the trainee progress pathway on this page for more information. We will usually notify you before any automatic upgrade takes effect at your next renewal.
TRAINEE
PMET: FREE *
Intern/RMO 2-3 years
Real Talk
Trainee Q&A Panel
Insights on how to get into training
CPD Home Subscriber: free for junior doctors
TRAINEE
Introductory / Basic: Free
2 years
TRAINEE
Advanced: $194.48
2 years
Final exam support
SAQ & Viva sessions
Anaesthetic Crisis Manual (ACM) essential
for final exam preparation
valued at $90.
ASA branded theatre
cap valued at $46
TRAINEE
Provisional Fellow: $ 583.44
1 year
Part 3
How to succeed beyond
training
Apply for CIG Scholarships
valued at $5000* T&C
apply
Relative Value Guide
(RVG) and Medicare
compliance
ORDINARY
First Year Fellow: $972.40
1 year prior to full Ordinary
Relative Value Guide
(RVG)
Free NSC/CSC Registration
valued at approx. $1000** T&C
apply
*For PMET applications please provide best estimates for training commencement dates, otherwise it may delay the approval process. If your circumstances change – the training dates can be amended later.
**The NSC/CSC offer is only available to members who have held financial ASA Advanced Trainee membership for two years. The NSC/CSC reimbursement is claimable once and excludes workshops, sundries, travel, and accommodation.
Exclusive Benefits of ASA Membership
- Training and exam support: access interview preparation, primary and final exam resources, SAQ and viva support, and practical materials to help you prepare with confidence.
- Trainee Representation and Advocacy: connect with the Trainee Members Group and the wider ASA community to stay represented, informed and engaged.
- Education and professional development: build your knowledge through online resources, publications, congress, events and scholarship opportunities.
- Transition-to-practice support: prepare for independent specialist practice with CPD, billing and career resources designed for provisional fellows.
Membership Fees
Fees include GST unless otherwise stated and apply for the calendar year. If you join partway through the year, a pro-rata rate may be available. You can choose to pay annually or by monthly direct debit
| Category | Yearly Fee (incl GST) | Monthly Fee (incl GST) |
|---|---|---|
| Prevocational Medical Education and Training | Complimentary | Complimentary |
| Introductory/Basic Trainee | Complimentary | Complimentary |
| Advanced Trainee | $194.48 | $16.21 |
| Provisional Fellow | $583.44 | $48.62 |
| Part-time – Provisional Fellow | $291.72 | $24.31 |
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Questions? Our Membership Team is here to help. Call 1800 806 654 or email us for assistance.
Recent ASA advocacy work
ASA Submission to the ACCC regarding Honeysuckle Health Ltd and nib health funds limited
The ASA has made a submission to the ACCC opposing the proposed re-authorisation of Honeysuckle Health and nib’s collective contracting arrangements. The ASA is concerned that these arrangements could increase insurer market power, reduce competition, limit patient choice, and place further pressure on anaesthetists and other medical specialists. The submission also highlights risks for regional and rural communities, where reduced provider choice and ongoing private service closures may worsen access to timely care. The ASA argues that the claimed public benefits have not been demonstrated and that the ACCC should undertake a fresh assessment based on current market conditions and
ASA responds to proposal to cap specialist medical fees
The Australian Society of Anaesthetists has responded to an article published in the Australian Financial Review on July 12 concerning a proposal to cap medical specialist fees. Read the response from ASA President, Dr Vida Viliunas, 15 July 2026 Background The article notes a proposed amendment to the Australian Labor Party’s National Platform, to be considered at its upcoming National Conference from 23 – 25 July, which seeks to cap medical specialist fees. The article states the proposal is backed by private health insurers and calls on the government to work with private health insurers to crack down on non-GP
ASA response to commentary on Hospital Ownership
The Australian Society of Anaesthetists (ASA) has recently responded to media and stakeholder enquiries concerning anonymous correspondence about our Statement on Private Hospital Ownership, which was made available to ASA members in late May. These responses reflect the policy positions adopted by the ASA following all usual processes and were also informed by independent research, including our recent Specialist Fees and Informed Financial Consent Survey. The ASA’s position is clear. Where ownership interests or other financial arrangements exist, they should be transparent. ASA members are always required to disclose these interests when they are involved in the development of ASA
What our members say
For over 90 years, our community has enhanced the lives and professional journeys of Australian anaesthetists.
Listen to ASA members share their experiences below.