The Australasian Association for Quality in Health Care (AAQHC) was established at the first national conference for quality assurance in health care, convened by the South Australian Quality Assurance Research Officers Association Inc. (SAQAROA) held in April 1990, in Adelaide.

Representing professionals involved in quality at that time, the AAQHC was incorporated in Adelaide on October 19, 1992. It is now a member- driven, not-for-profit organisation served by a volunteer Council comprised of elected representatives from Australia, New Zealand and the Asia Pacific Region, together with four relevant skill-based positions. The Registrar of the Professional Development Advisory Committee (PDAC) is also a member of the AAQHC Council.

AAQHC membership is a great investment for individuals in the public and private health and community sectors throughout Australasia. The diversity of the membership base provides a vast source of contacts, information and funds to ensure it remains a pivotal influence in safety and quality.