Professional Membership Levels (Vetted & Verified)
    • Fellow Members (FAIOH): Full members with over 15 years of industry experience and 5 years as a full member, nominated for distinguished service.
    • Full Members (MAIOH): Qualified professionals with relevant science/engineering tertiary degrees and at least 5 years of verified field experience.
    • Provisional Members: Entry-level professionals with a relevant tertiary degree and at least 1 year of experience in the field. 

General Membership Level (Non-Vetted)
  • Associate Members: Individuals working in or interested in allied health and safety fields, or students in related disciplines. They have not undergone the professional application or credential-vetting process required for the levels listed above.

Fee Structure

Whether you’re joining AIOH for the first time or renewing your membership, it’s important to know how fees work.

Below you’ll find a clear guide for both new applicants and existing members, including payment timing, joining fees, and what happens if payments are late.

Below are the AIOH membership fees for 2025/26

 

BENEFITS OF MEMBERSHIP

Not a Member? Looking to Join

If you’re joining AIOH for the first time, here’s what you need to know about fees and timing:

Membership Type Fees Notes
Student (part-time) Payable at time of application Renew annually thereafter
Associate Payable at time of application Renew annually thereafter
Provisional No fee to apply Fees payable only when awarded, then renew annually
Full No fee to apply Fees payable only when awarded, then renew annually
All levels One-off joining fee applies Added to your first-year fee

Already a Member? Ongoing Fees

For current members, here’s a clear outline of your ongoing payment obligations:

Item Due Date Notes
Membership renewal Within 90 days of receiving the invoice Must be in good standing (fees paid on time)
COH fees Within 90 days of receiving the invoice Applies to Certified Occupational Hygienists (COH)
Late fee After the due date Applies to all members

Provisional Membership

Annual Fee: $245

Associate Membership

Annual Fee: $190

Other Fees

New Membership Fee
(once off for Full & Provisional): $125
(once off for PT Student or Associate): $45

(Upgrade admin fee): $65

Late Fee: $120

Full Membership

Annual Fee: $270

Student
Membership

Part Time Annual Fee: $105

Full Time Annual Fee $0 - Cannot be working Full Time

Proof of Study required

Honorary Fellow

Annual Fee: $0

Fellow Membership

Annual Fee: $275

COH Certification

Annual Fee: $290
Exam Fee: TBC

Retired Membership

Annual Fee: $0