Orthoptics Australia (OA) initiated the award of Fellow to honour orthoptists who have made a significant contribution to the development of OA and the advancement of the profession by the demonstrated performance and dedication to OA via a committee or representative position or the profession; by the demonstrated support and mentoring of OA members and by their personal conduct that reflects the values of OA. Fellows retain all rights and privileges of Ordinary members of the OA.
Orthoptics Australia recognises the services and achievements of its members through its Awards program.
Orthoptics Australia offers a number of Grants and Scholarships aimed at fostering and promoting research and assisting OA members to undertake professional development in the field of orthoptics. These grants are offered to members of the association, and aim to foster and promote clinicians to engage in research and professional development.