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The APS is constantly searching for ways to enhance the insurance options offered to Members, ensuring that your changing needs are met.

The APS has secured a range of insurance services, reduced rates and access to individual legal advice through insurance broker Aon Risk Services. In addition, Aon Financial Services offers Members asset protection and competitive legal benefits.

- Aon_logoInsurance is available only to Honorary Fellows, Fellows, Members and Associate Members of the APS who hold registration status in their state/territory. Obtaining insurance cover is conditional upon adherence to the APS Code of Ethics and Ethical Guidelines.

Aon Risk Services supports the APS with specially negotiated rates for Members, and by sponsoring APS events.

Should you have any questions when considering your combined malpractice, public and product liability insurance coverage for 2008-09, please contact a member of Aon’s psychologist insurance team on 1800 805 191 (toll-free). Alternatively, you can contact Mick Symons at the APS National Office by email m.symons@psychology.org.au, or call 1800 333 497 (toll-free).  

 

Types of insurance available

Combined Malpractice, Public & Products Liability
Aon Risk Services provides APS Professional Indemnity, covering malpractice, public and products liability. The difference between the non-Member rate and the APS Member rate is greater than the annual APS full Membership subscription.

Asset Protection
Aon Risk Services provides PsychAsset Protector Insurance to private practitioners. Email specialtyvic@aon.com.au or contact Aon.

Contact Aon

Please note that application forms are not available from the APS National Office. For more information and to request forms contact Aon Risk Services on:

Phone: (03) 9211 3000 or toll-free 1800 805 191
Fax: (03) 9211 3528
Email: apsmelbpsych@aon.com.au
Website: www.aon.com.au (this link will open a new browser window)

See also: InPsych, December 2006: 'Malpractice insurance: A claims background' - Acrobat icon - small By Mick Symons MAPS, Manager, Member Services

 

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