AAPA leadership opportunities that become available throughout the year are listed below - Please note that each posting has a specific deadline to apply. To increase diversity and volunteer opportunities, it is the Academy's policy that leaders may hold only one AAPA leadership volunteer position at a time.
Board of Directors
Each spring (April 1-30), AAPA fellow members elect members of the Academy Board of Directors. The Secretary, Treasurer, and Director at Large positions have two-year, staggered terms. Those running for president elect will serve a three year term: one year as president elect, one year as president, and the final year as immediate past president. The chair of the board is a one-year position. Click here for election informaiton.
House of Delegates
Three other members of the Academy Board of Directors are elected during the House of Delegates meeting at the AAPA's annual conference. Each House Officer position serves a one-year term, and also serves as a board member. The House of Delegates officer positions include - the Speaker, first vice speaker, and second vice speaker. To learn more about the House Officers click here.
Committees and Councils
AAPA Committees and Councils Service Applications Form - March 15 - The form is available between December 15 and March 15 for the current committee and council openings. To learn more about AAPA Committee and Councils click here.
Medical Liaisons and Appoointed Representatives
The Academy appoints AAPA members to be representatives to a number of different medical, clinical, and political organizations. To find out more about medical liaison and appointed representative positions, contact Cherri Hall at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .
Constituent Organizations
Your first step toward greater involvement is to become active in your constituent chapter. There are chapters in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, the Air Force, Army, Navy, Public Health Service, and Department of Veteran Affairs. There are also opportunities in officially recognized specialty organizations and caucuses. By actively participating in a constituent organization, you will have the opportunity to improve your leadership skills, learn about the legislative and practice regulatory process, and become involved in special projects, program development, and committee activities at the grassroots level. Learn more about constituent organizations here.
Make your first connection to your constituent organization by getting involved in the Constituent Organization Leadership Recruitment (COLOR) Program.
PA Foundation Leaders
The PA Foundation seeks volunteers for its board of trustees. Please visit the Foundation page for more information.
Leadership Identification Program
The Leadership Identification Program (LIP) is designed to identify PAs who are interested in leadership positions within AAPA. The goals of the program are:
- Provide encouragement to PAs interested in leadership positions
- Notify PAs about leadership development opportunities
- Recognize those who participate in various leadership roles and who serve as good examples
- Expand and diversify AAPA's committee, council, and liaison applicant pool.
