Student Membership
Start Your Career in Sports Medicine
Whether you’re studying physiotherapy, exercise science, medicine, nursing, paramedicine, podiatry, nutrition, teaching, sport and recreation, or another health-related discipline, a SASMA Student Membership is an excellent way to begin building your career in sports medicine.
As the peak body for sports medicine professionals in South Australia, SASMA connects students with education, networking opportunities, practical experience, and industry professionals working across community, state, national and elite sport.
Student membership is open to university, TAFE and secondary school students interested in health, sport, physical activity, injury prevention, sports performance, rehabilitation, sports science, or allied health careers.
Joining SASMA allows you to become part of a multidisciplinary sports medicine community while developing the knowledge, skills and professional connections that can help shape your future career.
Why Start a Student Membership with SASMA?
Professional Development Opportunities
- Free or discounted access to SASMA education sessions
- Reduced registration fees for the SASMA Sports Medicine Conference
- Exclusive student workshops and networking events
- Access to evidence-based sports medicine education
- Stay informed about the latest research and industry developments
Gain Practical Sports Medicine Experience
- Discounted Sports Trainer accreditation courses
- Opportunities to work as a Sports Trainer at community and major sporting events
- Exposure to real-world injury management and sports medicine practices
- Connections to local sporting clubs and organisations seeking support staff
- Build practical experience while studying
Build Your Professional Network
- Connect with experienced sports medicine professionals
- Network with fellow students and recent graduates
- Explore mentorship and career development opportunities
- Learn about career pathways into community, state and elite sport
Career Opportunities
- Access employment and volunteer opportunities
- Learn about internships, placements and graduate roles
- Develop industry connections before graduation
- Increase your visibility within the South Australian sport and health sectors
A SASMA Student Membership can support a wide range of career pathways, including:
- Sports and Exercise Medicine
- Physiotherapy
- Exercise Physiology
- Sports Science
- Nursing
- Paramedicine
- Podiatry
- Dietetics and Sports Nutrition
- Occupational Therapy
- Teaching and Physical Education
- Strength and Conditioning
- Sport and Recreation Management
Many of South Australia’s leading sports medicine professionals first became involved in sport through volunteering, Sports Trainer accreditation, networking opportunities and practical experience gained while studying.
Student Membership is available to:
- University students
- TAFE students
- Secondary school students
- Teachers and educators
- Sport, recreation and management students
- Medical and allied health students
- Anyone interested in a career in sport, health or sports medicine
Student Membership Categories
STUDENT / PhD
- For those studying in the medical and allied health industry, research fields.
RECENT GRADUATE
- For those who have recently completed their studies (medical, allied health, nursing, paramedics, and other)
To be eligible for SASMA Membership, you must:
- Accept SASMA’s Code of Ethics
- Support SASMA’s values and vision
- Not do anything which may bring SASMA into disrepute
- Have no criminal convictions
Recommendation / Journey
FAQs
Yes, the professional membership includes the sports trainer accreditation fee.
You firstly need to hold a paid SASMA membership. The pathway to leadership opportunities within the organisation is to firstly apply through the annual EWP expression of interest request form. If successful many EWP member’s transition to the Council after a period on the EWP and some members directly are voted straight onto the Council. At the AGM each year Council nomination forms are sent out to members who can apply for a position on Council which is voted on at the AGM.
Contact the office (8234 6369) to discuss your area of interest and expertise. This information will be communicated with the EWP who set the program each November. There are opportunities for members to present at the Sports Trainers and Community courses, contact the office to discuss these opportunities.
You receive reminders via email communication with simple online payment/renewal options. You can also log into your member profile via logging into the website (member code and user name can be found on the bottom of SASMA emails you receive).
Membership lasts for 12 months and is due on the date you signed up.
Retired membership is offered for those wanting to stay connected and up to date. Please contact the office to discuss options and any other circumstances.
Becoming a SASMA member provides opportunities for connecting to elite teams and our professional members that work with them. Positive feedback we commonly receive is about the networking and connections people make at events, often leading to invitations to shadow our members or to gain a mentor.
Clubs & Community Education
Sports Medicine Conference
Professional Development