The Pedorthic Association of Australia (PAA) has recognised the need to represent those people that provide service and product to patients that have mobility difficulties due to the medical problems with their feet.

The PAA has also been a major contributor to the development of the national competency standards for medical grade footwear which have been published. Through its programs, the PAA is encouraging its members to improve their qualifications and recognition. Programs include Pedorthic Certification, Quality Assurance and Competency Standards.

The PAA provides guidance in the Quality Management of the organisations that are represented by its members. The Generic Quality System has been specifically designed for implementation in a Medical Grade Footwear organization. It recognizes the special relationship between the provider and the patient and assures the provision of expert advice and quality product by the organization.

The PAA is for members that want recognition of their competency to provide a full service in the pedorthic footwear and orthotic appliance industry, work in organisations that have as their key objective to provide quality advice and product and who want to support the development of the industry through contact with the people and organizations that have the greatest impact on the industry and their business.