Welcome to
The Arizona Association of Activity Professionals
Our Vison
Who We Are
The Arizona Association of Activity Professionals offers educational opportunities, specifically geared to the Activity Professional, working in geriatric settings; Retirement, Assisted Living, Adult Day Programs, Long-Term Nursing Facilities and Memory Care.
We offer information related to activities, on current issues and trends in the profession. We develop working relationships with allied professional groups, other healthcare agencies, and You, the Activity Professional, in order to enhance and promote quality service.
AAAP also monitors pertinent Arizona legislative matters pertaining the Activity Professional.
We encourage the advancement of certification and professional growth within its membership through recognized certifying bodies.
Our educational offerings include:
Spring and Fall workshops
C.E.U.’s towards Certification
Monthly networking meetings
Annual conference
The Arizona Association of Activity Professionals is a non-profit organization assisting the Activity Professional to meet their full potential.
We invite you to contact us if you believe we can offer you the services you require to take your next career steps.
Our Values
- Educational opportunities and resources for professional and personal growth through our diverse cultural and educational backgrounds.
- Cultivating relationships with organizations of similar interests for the purpose of advocating our profession.
- Connecting with each other by communicating through various means and resources.
- Empowering our professionals through leadership skills.
- Maintaining the highest level of integrity and professionalism.
Benefits of Joining AAAP
- Updates of the Most Current Regulatory and Government Issues
- Timely Articles About Issues Facing the Activity Professional
- Annual State Conference, Workshops, and Monthly Meetings
- Networking opportunities with other Activity Professionals throughout the state.
AAAP encourages Activity Professionals to explore professional certification through a national organization. There are several options currently available.
- Monthly Education Opportunities
- Annual Conference
- Biannual Workshops
- Earn CEUs Towards Certification
- Offers education and networking for activity professionals across the entire state.
- Reduced fees to AAAP conferences and workshops.
- The right to hold office, when meeting related requirements as stated in by-laws
- The opportunity to serve on an AAAP board or Chapter Chair
- Present a topic at a workshop or conference.
Dues are $60 per year and are renewable in March (March – March). You may sign up on-line or download our membership application. Mail along with your check made out to AAAP.