Benefits of Membership 2025
The College of Anaesthesiology is dedicated to advancing excellence in Anaesthesiology, Intensive Care, and Pain Medicine. Your membership ensures the College’s sustainability and supports its mission to uphold the highest standards of professional practice under the Medical Practitioners Act, 2007.
Membership fees are vital for the financial sustainability of the College, enabling us to fulfill our obligations under the Medical Practitioners Act, 2007. These contributions support our mission to promote the highest standards of practice through comprehensive training, education, and examination programs. We are committed to ensuring members receive exceptional value for their Annual Subscription.
Membership Benefits
| Benefit | Details |
| Professional Competence | Access to the Professional Competence Scheme (PCS) program and online PCS log. |
| Educational Resources | Benefit from on-going developments of electronic journal access and module-based teaching programmes |
| Professional Support | Access to professional support and advice |
| Accreditation Support | The hospital inspections programme helps to ensure that your working environment is at the standard required for your safe practice. The College has developed a new online system which will ease the process for those who have to complete the documentation required for accreditation |
| Collaborative Community | Work within the professional context sustained by the College. |
| Benefit | Details |
| Voting Rights | Eligibility to vote at Council elections to ensure you influence who represents you and vote at the Annual General Meeting. |
| Eligibility for Office | Stand for election to the Council and contribute to shaping the future of the profession. |
| Benefit | Details |
| Course Discounts | 30% off course fees for Fellows in Good Standing (IGS) who pre-register. |
| Annual Congress | 30% off registration for Fellows IGS who pre-register (not available on the day). |
| Facility Access | Complimentary use of meeting rooms, subject to availability. |
| Subscription Discounts | 5% reduction on the Annual Subscription fee for early payment on the designated payment date. |
| Category | Fee | Early Payment Discount |
| Full Annual Subscription | €450 | €427.50 |
| UK Fellows (Dual Membership) | €360 | – |
| Non-Practicing Fellows | €140 | – |
| International Fellows | €140 | – |
| Retired Fellows/Researchers | Waived | – |
| Charitable Practice | Waived | – |
| Method | Details |
| Direct Debit | We are offering a 5% discount to fellows who sign up or are currently paying by direct debit. |
| Credit Card | Payments can be made online, by phone or email at finance@coa.ie. Download the credit card payment form on our website. |
Contact Us
For additional information or assistance, please reach out to us. Your continued support enables the College to maintain its mission of promoting excellence in Anaesthesiology, Intensive Care, and Pain Medicine.
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