Adjusted renewal requirements
Under clause 48 of the Australian mediator and dispute resolution accreditation standards (AMDRAS) (PDF, 1MB), you may still qualify for re-accreditation if you have been unable to conduct the required hours of mediation, co-mediation or conciliation due to:
- lack of work opportunities
- health or career circumstances
- residence in a non-urban area
- other barriers (including socio-cultural) to accessibility or inclusion
- parental leave
- leave due to family circumstances
- other matters considered relevant.
To apply for adjusted renewal, you will need to:
- provide satisfactory reasons why you have not conducted the required hours of mediation, co-mediation or conciliation
- provide evidence to show you have conducted no less than 10 hours of mediation, co-mediation or conciliation during your 2-year accreditation period (e.g. in the form of a log book)
- attend any supplementary training, coaching and/or assessment that the DRB considers necessary, in addition to your required continuing professional development hours.
If you are unsure whether you qualify, contact us to discuss your circumstances.