PACA membership

Each membership type has its own requirements and application form. Subscriptions run annually and fall due on 1 January. You can register now and pay later — your certificate and member badge unlock once payment clears.

PACA Student

$50/ year

Assessment: 60 questions in 60 min
Pass mark: 85%
Attempts included: 3
Further attempts: $25
Documents: 2 required

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PACA Professional

$150/ year

Assessment: 60 questions in 60 min
Pass mark: 85%
Attempts included: 3
Further attempts: $75
Documents: 2 required

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PACA Executive

$250/ year

Assessment: 60 questions in 60 min
Pass mark: 85%
Attempts included: 3
Further attempts: $125
Documents: 2 required

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PACA Fellow

$350/ year

Assessment: Panel assessed
Documents: 2 required

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PACA Retired

$50/ year

Assessment: No exam required
Documents: 1 required

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How membership works

1. Register. Create an account. This is free and takes a minute.
2. Apply. Complete the form for your membership type and upload the supporting documents.
3. Review. The board considers every application impartially, without regard to race, gender or language.
4. Pay. Once approved, pay your subscription to unlock your benefits. There is no deadline — pay whenever you are ready.
5. Certify. Sit the assessment, and on passing receive your certificate by email plus a badge you can share on LinkedIn.