The APJA encourages you to achieve the highest possible level, which will also enhance the reputation of our association.

  • YOU MUST BE AN APJA MEMBER TO APPLY FOR ACCREDIATION
  • Applications are available via the online form on this website. You will receive an email acknowledging receipt of your application once submitted.
  • The application will be reviewed by the Accreditation Sub-committee. Subsequently the Honours Chairperson will advise you by email and if successful will also include a PDF certificate for the applied level.
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Associate – AAPJA  Accreditation

  • To be eligible for the Award of Associate the person must have completed all of the following APJA Training Modules and been awarded certificates for same, but have not judged any competitions outside of their own club.
  • Previously recognised training Levels 1-6

OR

  • Image Evaluation or Panel Judging
  • Core Judging
  • Advanced Judges' Training

Judge – JAPJA  Accreditation

  • Have qualified as an Associate
  • Have their name on the VAPS, or equivalent in other Australian States, Judges' List
  • Have judged 8 competitions, one of which can be at their own Club

Fellow – FAPJA  Accreditation

  • Have judged at various Clubs and have actively contributed to the judging community, through the APJA, over a period of at least 5 years. This may include but not limited to, undertaking Committee duties, mentoring new judges, providing advice and presentations to clubs and/or as a training presenter, and any other relevant activities deemed worthy by the Accreditation Sub-Committee.