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AuSAE is a CAE Approved Provider.  The program(s) linked below meet the requirements for fulfilling the professional development requirements to earn or maintain the Certified Association Executive credential.  Every program that we offer which qualifies for CAE credit will clearly identify the number of CAE credits granted for full participation, and we will maintain records of your participation in accord with CAE policies.  For more information about the CAE credential or Approved Provider program, please visit CAE Certification. 

  • CAE Information Session

    • 06 Feb 2026
    • 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
    • Zoom Meeting - 10am - 11am AEDT & 12noon -1pm NZDT
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    Ready to Become a Certified Association Executive? Join Our CAE Info Session!

    If you're aiming to earn your Certified Association Executive (CAE) credential, this is your chance to learn more! 

    The Certified Association Executive (CAE) credential is an International marker of a committed association professional who has demonstrated the wide range of knowledge essential to manage an association in today’s challenging environment. 


    Join our upcoming Q&A session to get answers to all your questions about eligibility, requirements, and the benefits of the CAE credential. We'll provide a detailed overview of the program and how it can help you take the next step in your association management career.

    Bring your questions and discover how the CAE can elevate your professional journey.

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  • Open Access Webinar: What Members Really Want: Insights from the 2025 Benchmark Reports

    • 17 Feb 2026
    • 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
    • AuSAE Webinars - 10:30am- 11:30am AEDT | 12:30pm - 1:30pm NZDT
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    Join us for a dynamic panel discussion where experts from Higher Logic and AuSAE come together to explore what matters most to members heading into 2026.

    This session will unpack what members really want from their associations. Drawing on data from thousands of association professionals, we’ll compare trends in member engagement and community behaviour to highlight what’s unique about the Australian landscape and what lessons we can learn globally.

    Key Takeaways:

    • Insights about what members value most from associations 
    • Success stories from associations meeting evolving member needs.
    • Practical strategies to use data for improving retention and satisfaction.

    Join us for a complimentary 1-hour webinar and gain insights and strategies for 2026!

    Meet Our Presenter

    Kelly Whelan 
    Content Marketing Manager at Higher Logic

    Kelly Whelan is the Content Marketing Manager for Higher Logic. In this role, she develops Higher Logic's data-driven reports and content to support association professionals and advise them on member engagement and communication strategy. She also hosts Higher Logic’s podcast, The Member Engagement Show. She has ~10 years of experience working in marketing for associations and nonprofits.

     Our Panel Members:

    Toni Brearley, CAE
    Chief Executive Officer at AuSAE

    Toni Brearley is the Chief Executive Officer at the Australasian Society of Association Executives (AuSAE), the peak professional membership body for professionals working in the Association sector.

    AuSAE believes that Associations strengthen every industry and every profession every day, having a critical and enduring impact on the economy and society as a whole.

    About Higher Logic
    At Higher Logic, we empower organisations to build meaningful connections through community engagement and advanced marketing automation. With over a decade of experience, we help associations, nonprofits, and member-based groups enhance relationships, drive growth, and boost retention. Our platform supports personalised communication at every stage of the member journey, turning engagement into long-term advocacy and success.
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  • AuSAE CAE 10 Week Study Program for the May 2026 Examination

    • 20 Feb 2026
    • 9:00 AM
    • 24 Apr 2026
    • 5:00 PM
    • Online - Video calls will be held Fridays from 9:00 - 10:00 am AEDT | 11:00 - 12:00 noon NZDT
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    CAE Exam between 1 - 14 May 2026

    This course is for the May 2026 examination

    *Please note that the exam registration through ASAE is separate and is the delegates responsibility. AuSAE is here to help

    Course cost - AuSAE Member $750 

    Non member / Business partner  $950 includes  

    • Course material ( Professional Practices in Association Management, 4th Edition)
    • Cliff notes with practice exam questions for each domain
    • Study group learnings and exam questions
    • Practice exam exam

    The Certified Association Executive (CAE) credential is an International marker of a committed association professional who has demonstrated the wide range of knowledge essential to manage an association in today’s challenging environment.

    Have you got what it takes to go to the next level, AuSAE is here to help you!!
    Applications close with ASAE 21 February 2026 for the exam

    Program Starting Friday 20 February 2026

    Week 1 20 February : CAE Orientation session and Systems thinking

    Week’s 2 - 9: Covering the eight domains 1 hour each week (Friday)

    • 27 February: Domain 1 Governance
    • 6 March: Domain 2 Executive Leadership
    • 13 March: Domain 3 Organisational Strategy
    • 20 March: Domain 4 Operations
    • 27 March: Domain 5 Business development
    • 2 April: Domain 6 Member and Stakeholder Engagement and Management
    • 10 April: Domain 7 Advocacy
    • 17 April: Domain 8 Marketing and Communications

    Week 10: Wednesday 22 April Practice exam in exam conditions (100 questions) 2 hours
    Friday 24 April Open forum ( 1hour 30 mins)

    CAE Exam between 1 May and 14 May 2026
    • CAE Exam fee is separate and paid through ASAE when applying for the exam. Member cost $500 USD


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The Australasian Society of Association Executives

Contact us:

Email: info@ausae.org.au
Phone: 1300 764 576 (within Australia)
Phone: +61 7 3268 7955 (outside Australia)
Address: Unit 6, 26 Navigator Place, Hendra QLD 4011, Australia

                    
        


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