African Drunk,
"When you have a job you can put something back into the pot and help the industry and those who follow."
I quite agree, never said I wasn't going to pursue the membership but the freebie now is a great opportunity to decide whether I want to commit the finances or or go somewhere else come my airline job...
Tallbloke, have sent some details of a lady at BALPA who was very helpful with my application and should be able to tell you exactly what they need from your training organisation.