draft only college of organisational psychologists (cop) student membership may, 2008
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College of Organisational College of Organisational Psychologists (COP)Psychologists (COP)
Student membershipStudent membership
May, 2008
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Introduction to APSIntroduction to APS
The Australian Psychological Society (APS) is the largest professional association for
psychologists in Australia,
representing more than
16,000 members.
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Introduction to APSIntroduction to APS
The APS is committed to advancing psychology as a discipline and profession. It
spreads the message that psychologists make a difference to peoples’ lives, through
improving scientific knowledge and community wellbeing.
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Introduction to COPIntroduction to COP
APS members and student members can join groups or colleges which promote specialty
areas of psychology. One of these is the College of Organisational Psychologists
(COP)
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APS Colleges Promote the ProfessionAPS Colleges Promote the Profession
Maintain practice standards and quality assurance
Encourage and support the education and professional development of specialist practitioners
Hold seminars, courses and conferences
Publish newsletters
Perform a range of activities on behalf of members
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College of Organisational Psychology
Organisational psychologists apply the latest psychological knowledge and techniques to improve
organisations.
There are many benefits to being part of a progressive college where networking, support and education are
key components.
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Our members
COP has 453 members nationally (and 8 international members)
Membership consists of students through to experienced organisational psychologists
Almost 100 members are students
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Student Membership BenefitsStudent Membership Benefits
Exposure to knowledge of latest discoveries, recent trends,
popular tools, and career opportunities
Networking, social contacts, enjoyable interactions, and a sense of professional identity
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Student Membership BenefitsStudent Membership Benefits
COP facilitates new entrants into Organisational Psychology and strives to
support and enhance individuals
who work in the field.
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Student Membership BenefitsStudent Membership Benefits
An exciting time to join COP as new goals and initiatives will bring value to your membership
A terrific opportunity to be a part of this exciting organisational transformation
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Student Involvement in COPStudent Involvement in COP
Students can become more involved with COP by serving on the State committee
Opportunity to serve community and enhance CV; e.g. positions on the committee or
student representative
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What Students SayWhat Students Say
"Being a student rep on the SA COP committee has proven to be a great way of keeping up to date with
org psych events/developments in SA. For example, I attended the recent organisational psychology
conference in Adelaide as a "student helper“ and in return got free access to all the sessions! Being a
student member also provides me with an opportunity to network with people who are already in the field and to get a better idea of what to expect once the
degree is finished.“
Gorjana, Student member of COP SA
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What Students SayWhat Students Say
“A positive outcome of being involved with COP/SA chapter, as a student, is getting to know colleagues!
I have learnt about becoming a registered OrgPsych and what you need to know to be a good one. I hear
what the other COP chapters in Australia are doing to attract new members and I am proud that SA is steps
ahead in initiatives and actions.”
Marcela, Student member of COP SA
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What Students SayWhat Students Say
“Serving on the National and State committees has been a useful professional development experience
for me, as I’ve been given leadership and project management responsibilities that students aren’t
usually exposed to. Being a student member of COP has been great, both in terms of networking and
receiving the latest professional knowledge.”
Tim, Student member of COP NSW
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How Do I Join?How Do I Join?
If you are a student member of the APS, COP student membership is free and involves
completing a short form.
Contact SA COP secretary, Shelley Rogers at [email protected]
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COP WebsiteCOP Website
Visit the COP website: www.groups.psychology.org.au/cop/