The Society of Physician Assistants (SPA) offers three membership categories, each tailored to support the professional journey of Physician Assistants at various stages:

  1. Fellow Membership
    • Eligibility: PAs who are life members of the Indian Association of Physician Assistants (IAPA).
    • Benefits: Fellow members hold full voting rights and are eligible to hold office within SPA, enabling them to influence the direction of the association and actively participate in governance.
  2. Associate Membership
    • Eligibility: PAs eligible for IAPA membership but who choose not to join the IAPA.
    • Benefits: Associate members can participate fully in SPA activities and affairs, though they do not have voting rights on IAPA-related issues and cannot hold officer positions within SPA.
  3. Student Membership
    • Eligibility: Individuals enrolled in accredited PA programs in Kerala.
    • Benefits: Student members gain access to educational resources, mentorship opportunities, and professional development programs, though they do not hold voting rights.