Benefits as an IAAP member:
Conferences
Annual events offering a wide array of education workshops and hands-on traiing including the International Convention and Education Forum (summer), the Professional Education Conference (spring), and the Certification Conference (fall). In addition, IAAP Districts, Divisions, and Chapters hold events and activities at various times of the year. To view a current listing of upcoming seminars and conferences, click here.
Continuing Education Studies & Materials
Educational seminars and materials that focus on the skills an administrative professional needs are available. These tools will help you master and keep your current skill sets up-to-date.
IAAP Connections
A bi-monthly e-newsletter from International Headquarters designed to keep you informed of the latest association-related news and views from around the IAAP worldwide network. Formerly titled IAAP Bits & Bytes, this newsletter is now delivered via e-mail to all members with valid e-mail addresses listed on their membership record, with a new format and style designed to allow a quick read for today's time-strapped, always-on-the-go administrative professional.
Leadership Opportunities
IAAP offers leadership opportunities through participation in chapter activities (can be everything from public speaking, to project management, to strategic planning, to event planning - skills you might not learn on the job or through training provided by employers). Holding an office at the chapter, division, district, or international levels will sharpen your leadership skills and empowerment. Chairing or participating on a committee will not only build your leadership skills, but will showcase your talents and creativity.
Networking
Local and international network of colleagues, trainers, experts and managers gives members essential information and insights on office trends and best business practices. Build relationships, tap your peers’ expertise, swap ideas, share employment opportunities and discuss mutual concerns. Networking also enhances your interpersonal development and expands your comfort zone.
OfficePro Magazine: The award-winning OfficePro magazine, published eight-times a year, contains a wealth of information on new technologies, career development, productivity tips, office product reviews and other “news you can use.”
Professional Certification
Achieving certification through IAAP is the international recognized standard of excellence. IAAP offers the Certified Professional Secretary (CPS) rating and the Certified Administrative Professional (CAP) programs. Topic areas for IAAP certification programs include office systems and technology, office administration, communications, business finance, legal issues, management and advanced organizational management. To learn more about attaining these certifications, click here. There is also study materials available at a discounted rate for members only.
Personal and Professional Development Resources
Members receive exclusive discounts on more than 250 books and self-study courses, many providing Continuing Education Units (CEU's). IAAP's Complete Office Handbook is considered to be the definitive reference book for today's electronic office. Online training courses and an Online Associate Degree program are also available.
To view IAAP current OPTIONS training opportunities, click here.
To view virtual audio and web based webinars, click here.
Service and Support from IAAP Headquarters
A full time staff is available to assist with member services, professional development advice, personalize education and other programs and services. IAAP also disseminates research and serves as a clearinghouse for information on the administrative profession.
Are you ready?
If you are ready to begin networking with outstanding administrative professionals, continue your professional education and have a chance to increase your leadership skills then join IAAP today by clicking here.