As the peak body for psychology, the Australian Psychological Society want to recognise those who work hard to advance psychology and improve the lives of Australians through its practice.

Fourteen award categories focus on different areas of mental health and psychology.

Nominate a colleague, supervisor, mentee or researcher and help celebrate their vital contribution to psychological education, science and practice or have made significant early career achievements.

Award Categories are:

• Altmetrics Award More information can be found here
• Significant Contribution to Psychology in the Public Sector Award More information can be found here
• Psychology Entrepreneur of the Year Award More information can be found here
• Outstanding Accredited Supervisor Award More information can be found here
• Significant Contribution to Rural and Remote Communities More information can be found here
• President's Award for Distinguished Contribution to Psychology in Australia More information can be found here
• Distinguished Contribution to Psychological Science Award More information can be found here
• Distinguished Contribution to Psychological Education Award More information can be found here
• Media Award for Public Engagement with Psychological Science More information can be found here
• Early Career Research Award More information can be found here
• Early Career Teaching Award More information can be found here
• Outstanding Academic Mentor Award More information can be found here
• Award for Excellent PhD Thesis in Psychology More information can be found here
• APS Prize More information can be found here

Nominations for 2026 open 1 April to 30 June 2026

Eligibility requirements are specific to each category.

• Phone: 1800 333 497
• Email: membergroups@psychology.org.au