Professional Registration

To meet AUSactive’s registration requirements, you must have completed Nationally Accredited First Aid and CPR certifications issued by a Registered Training Organisation (RTO).

Nationally Accredited First Aid

HLTAID011 – Provide First Aid 

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to provide a first aid response to a casualty in line with first aid guidelines determined by the Australian Resuscitation Council (ARC) and other Australian national peak clinical bodies. 

The unit applies to all persons who may be required to provide a first aid response in a range of situations, including community and workplace settings. 

HLTAID011 is recognised as valid for three years from completion. 

HLTAID011 Provide First Aid (supersedes HLTAID003).  

Nationally Accredited CPR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation 

HLTAID009 – Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation 

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) in line with the Australian Resuscitation Council (ARC) guidelines. 

This unit applies to all persons who may be required to provide CPR, in a range of situations, including community and workplace settings. 

HLTAID009 is recognised as valid for one year from completion. 

HLTAID009 Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) (supersedes HLTAID001) 

Note:

Please ensure that the name on your First Aid and CPR certificate matches your AUSactive registered name.

If your surname or name differs, please attach supporting evidence of the name change that clearly links both surnames/names (for example: marriage certificate, change of name certificate, or other official documentation).

For more information, visit our First Aid & CPR Help Desk article.

There is nothing you need to do as your registration details. your registration number and profile will all remain the same.

No, your new registration period will still begin the day after your current registration period expires.

While it is not a legal requirement to be register with AUSactive, being an AUSactive registered professional shows that you’re committed to industry standards and ongoing professional development. Professional Registration will also give you:

• National recognition of your qualifications and expertise through the AUSactive Professional Register
• International job recognition for qualification transferability
• A searchable, online professional profile to enhance your credibility and build the confidence of potential clients, employers and referring health professionals
• Access to high quality industry education to support your long term career goals and capacity to meet consumer and employer demands now and into the future
• Powerful opportunities for industry networking and collaboration with national fitness and health service providers
• Health Fund Provider Status – Personal Trainers
• Monthly eNews updates and access to monthly Skill Sessions and Webinars
• Access to member rates for FILEX and discounted rates for First Aid & CPR

Upgrading to Professional Plus gives you the following additional benefits:

• NEW – member-only Professional Indemnity and Public Liability insurance policy backed by Marsh and exclusive for AUSactive professionals who deliver fitness, exercise and active health activities. Learn more HERE
• Listing on the AUSactive Directory of Businesses (for increased profiling and exposure in addition to your Professional Directory)
• Access to ActiveXchange National Infrastructure Database to drive growth, impact, and engagement through actionable insights
• Access to the Lawpath Essentials Plan, an online platform for legal support with 500+ legal documents and checklists (valued at $468)
• Access to exclusive iLearn courses (valued at over $400)
• Unlimited job postings on the AUSactive Jobs Board
• Access to the Business Member Toolkit
• Access to the Legal Advice hotline for liability claims (valued at over $150)

To upgrade, please log in to your account at and click on ‘Upgrade Options’ located on the right of your dashboard.

These are new categories introduced in addition to the existing categories (personal trainer, gym instructor, group exercise instructor and group exercise leader) in line with the rebarnd to AUSactive. With growing interest in the Pilates for health and fitness sector from the fitness business, exercise professional and client, there is a demand for professionals who have completed relevant training and experience to be recognised for their skill sets.

Please email us at info@ausactive.org.au and provide your full name and DOB and we can attempt to locate your registration number for you

All AUSactive Registered Professionals are allocated a registration level in acknowledgement of their obtained industry experience. The levels of registration accommodate all existing expertise in the field and help to coordinate service delivery and provide identifiable career progression opportunities for registered professionals.

If you have had a previous registration and cannot locate your registration number, please email us at info@ausactive.org.au and we will attempt to locate your old registration for you.

To renew your previous registration once it expires you need to:

• Complete 20 CECs in the 2 years prior to renewal.
• Hold a current CPR + First Aid certification.
• Make the appropriate payment.

If you have not been registered previously with AUSactive, to register you will require the following:

1. Qualification/s (or appropriate Exercise Science or Human Movement degree where the units undertaken meet AUSactive’s identified subject areas)
2. Valid Australian CPR + First Aid
3. If your qualifications were completed over 2 years ago, 20 CECs completed in the past 2 years will be required. For more information on CECs see: The registration process can be completed online at: wordpress-734414-2697539.cloudwaysapps.com/members/

AUSactive Registered Professionals wishing to temporarily cease their delivery of exercise services due to medical reasons are permitted to take a leave of absence from their accreditation/registration. Please email us at info@ausactive.org.au for more information.

No, it’s not too late to register as a Sole Trading Business.

You can upgrade your registration via the ‘Upgrade options’ tab available on your dashboard

You can also contact us at info@ausactive.org.au and we can have an invoice issued to you!

You can contact us via the following methods:
Phone us: 1300 211 311 Email us: info@ausactive.org.au

You’ll never need to re-sit your qualification to renew your registration. If your registration has lapsed, then you need to ensure you have obtained 20 CECs within the most recent 2 year period and that your First Aid and CPR is up-to-date.
To renew your registration:
1. Log in to your account
2. Ensure your CEC diary is up to date with evidence 20 CECs completed within the most recent 2 year period. Note: You may be selected as part of a future random exercise professional audit and will be required to provide evidence of current CECs at the time of you renewed your registration.
3. Check that your First Aid, CPR and insurance certificates are all current
4. Click on “renew” and submit your registration renewal payment
We will send you a confirmation email and a new registration certificate once your payment has been processed.
For support, contact our friendly team on 1300 211 311 or email info@ausactive.org.au

It is important to AUSactive that all clients understand their rights and obligations in relation to refunds.
• AUSactive Registered Professional & Business Registration is a non-refundable fee.
• Should you believe that your circumstances for a refund requires special consideration, please make an application in writing to the Manager, Industry Services via email to info@ausactive.org.au
• Should a refund be approved, you will be notified by return email within 10 working days.
• Should a refund be granted a $55.00 (inc GST) Administration Fee will apply.
AUSactive terms and conditions.

The Code of Ethics is intended to act as a clear guide to all AUSactiveprofessionals in their professional practice and those registered by AUSactive will be held accountable to the Code.

The Register of Exercise and Health Professionals requires its members and their practice to discharge their duties and responsibilities at all times in a manner which professionally, ethically, legally and morally compromises no individual with whom they have professional contact.

The Code of Ethics does not replace the principles and procedures adopted by employing bodies, relevant legislation nor do they deny other rights within society not specifically mentioned.

Refer to fitness.org.au/code-of-ethics

Payment is debited once the application has been submitted. We usually take about one week to process applications.

You will receive a tax receipt, issued by Fitness Australia Limited, (ABN: 51 131 422 403), on receipt of payment.

An Australian First Aid certificate is valid for 3 years and CPR is valid for 12 months.

Both First Aid and CPR certificates must be current at all times in order for your Professional Registration with AUSactive to remain valid. Note: Your insurance may also be invalid if your First Aid or CPR certificates expire.

Yes. You can apply for discounted public liability and professional indemnity insurance as soon as you receive your email confirmation that your registration has been processed and your name is published on the Register of AUSactive Professionals – You can use your registration certificate as evidence of your registration status with insurance providers.

Yes. You can work as as AUSactive Professional as soon as you receive your email confirmation that your registration has been processed and your name is published on the Register of AUSactive Professionals.

You can send your profile link as evidence of your registration status to potential employers or your insurance provider.

AUSactive Professional Registration may be granted in one or more of the following categories aligned with completed qualifications and vocational job roles:
• Personal Trainer
• Gym Instructor
• Group Exercise Instructor
• Group Exercise Leader
• Aqua Exercise Instructor
• Fitness Pilates Instructor
• Pilates Method Teacher
• Yoga Instructor
AUSactive Professionals are registered at levels according to qualification, expertise and experience.

Your registration will be processed when AUSactive has:
• reviewed and verified evidence of your qualifications and relevant certifications; and
• confirmed that you meet all registration requirements and are eligible to be an AUSactive registered professional.
Once your registration has been processed, your name and registration profile will be published on the Australian Register of Exercise Professionals which means you have been registered to practice within the scope of your registration category. The Register is published at https://fitness.org.au/directory/reps/1
AUSactive will send you an email to notify you that your registration has been confirmed.

Log into your AUSactive dashboard to complete your payment online via credit card or BPAY.
The following credit cards are accepted:
• Visa
• Mastercard
You can also make your payment over the phone by calling our customer service team on 1300 211 311.

AUSactive can recognise past qualifications achieved in Australia.

If your qualifications were obtained more than 2 years ago, you’ll need evidence of a minimum of twenty (20) continuing education credits (CEC) from approved education that has been completed within the most recent 2 year period and current First Aid and CPR certification.

AUSactive may be able to recognise your University Degree for registration. If you supply your Academic Transcript through to AUSactive, we’ll let you know whether you meet the requirements to register as a Gym Instructor and Personal Trainer.

If you have any further questions, please do not hesitate to contact us on 1300 211 311 or email info@ausactive.org.au

To register with AUSactive you will require the following:

1. Qualification/s (or appropriate Exercise Science or Human Movement degree where the units undertaken meet AUSactive’s identified subject areas)
2. Valid Australian CPR + First Aid
3. If your qualifications were completed over 2 years ago, 20 CECs completed in the past 2 years will be required. For more information on CECs see: fitness.org.au/courses and What are CECs.

The registration process can be completed online.

If you have an international qualification and you wish to register with AUSactive, you will first need to check that your qualification is eligible:

Please note that completion of an international qualification doesn’t always enable direct registration. However, we do accept evidence from international registration bodies who are ICREPs members.

An Exercise Professional registration with AUSactive is valid for 2 years and the registration fee is $195.00. We also have a 12 month option for $125.

To renew your Exercise Professional Registration:

1. Log in to your account
2. Complete the online registration renewal form
3. Ensure you have attained 20 CECs over a two year period and have recorded this in your CEC diary. Note: You may be selected as part of a future random exercise professional audit and will be required to provide evidence of 20 current CECs at the time of you renewed your registration.
4. Ensure your First Aid and CPR certificates are current

Has your registration expired?
If so you will need to have attained a minimum of twenty (20) continuing education credits from approved education that has been completed within the two years prior to the renewing period, as well as your First Aid and CPR certificate

For support, contact our customer service team on 1300 211 311 or email info@ausactive.org.au

Professional Registration will give you:

• National recognition of your qualifications and expertise through the AUSactive Professional Register
• International job recognition for qualification transferability
• A searchable, online professional profile to enhance your credibility and build the confidence of potential clients, employers and referring health professionals
• Access to high quality industry education to support your long term career goals and capacity to meet consumer and employer demands now and into the future
• Powerful opportunities for industry networking and collaboration with national fitness and health service providers
• Health Fund Provider Status – Personal Trainers
• Monthly eNews updates and access to monthly Skill Sessions and Webinars
• Access to member rates for FILEX and discounted rates for First Aid & CPR

Delivery knowledge and skill areas include settings, activities, population groups or client conditions you’re able to work with, based on your qualifications and continuing education.

The delivery knowledge and skills that can be displayed on a AUSactive registered professional’s public profile include:

• Activity and training activities, such as boot camp, strength and conditioning or kettlebell training
• Settings, such as aqua or outdoor
• Conditions, such as diabetes or asthma
• Population groups, such as children, older adults and women

There are more than 60 delivery knowledge and skill areas and this will grow further over time as the industry continues to adapt to the ever changing needs of Australian clients.

The type of personal information that AUSactive collects about you depends on the transactions you undertake with the organisation. For example we will collect personal information from you if you:

Register with AUSactive as an AUSactive Professional or Business
Register for continuing professional development activities
Subscribe to our eNews or eJournal publications
Register for an event
Advertise with us
Generally speaking, the purpose of collection and the minimum information you need to provide, will be conveyed to you at the time of collection. Not all of your information will be publicly visible.

If you choose not to provide the personal information requested, AUSactive may not be able to provide you with the products/services you require.

Yes we do, for each member category.

AUSactive professionals Facebook Group
Business Member Facebook Group
Student Member Facebook Group