Renew national mediator accreditation
Part of the Mediation training topic
Renew your national mediator accreditation through the Dispute Resolution Branch (DRB) under the AMDRAS standards.
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In short
You can use this service to renew your national mediation accreditation.
You must submit your completed application form online. See How to renew your national mediator accreditation for the full application process.
What you should know
National mediator accreditation lasts for 2 years. After this, you can apply to renew your accreditation through the DRB. The DRB is a recognised training and accreditation provider under AMDRAS. You must meet the AMDRAS requirements to renew successfully.
You can apply for re-accreditation if, during your 2-year accreditation period, you have completed the required hours for mediation, co-mediation or conciliation which are:
- 20 hours for accredited mediators
- 40 hours for advanced or leading mediators
- 25 hours of professional development.
You'll need to show proof of trainingdrb@justice.qld.gov.au.
To transfer from another provider contact us by:
- phone: (07) 3738 7015
- email: trainingdrb@justice.qld.gov.au.
Who can use this service
You can renew your national mediator accreditation if:
- you are already accredited with the DRB
- want to transfer your accreditation from another provider to the DRB.
Don't use this service if:
- you want to keep your accreditation with another provider
Instead, apply to renew with them.
How to renew your national mediator accreditation
Follow these steps to renew your accreditation.
Step 1: Complete the application form
Step 2: Provide your documents
You will need to:
- show a record of the hours of mediation, co-mediation, or conciliation you've completed
- provide details of your professional development activities, including
- type of activity
- date
- number of hours completed.
Professional development activities must relate to the AMDRAS competencies.
If you're not a panel mediator under the Dispute Resolution Centres Act 1990 or you mediate outside the DRB, you'll also need to provide proof of:
- mediation insurance
- statutory indemnity
- your employment status.
Step 3: Pay the fee
We'll give you a link to our online payment portal when you apply.
The fee to apply for re-accreditation is $130.
Receipts are automatically generated after you make your online payment.
If you need a tax invoice, select this option on the payment form.
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Step 4: Email your documents
Email your mediation training certificates and other documents to trainingdrb@justice.qld.gov.au.
Step 5: Receive your outcome
We will notify you about the outcome of your application.
If you're successful you will:
- receive your re-accreditation certificate, which is valid for 2 years
- remain on the national register of accredited mediators.
If you're not successful, you'll receive a letter explaining the reasons why your accreditation was refused.
If you disagree with the decision, you can write to us explaining your reasons. Our director, or the delegate of DRB, will consider them and make the final decision on your appeal.
How long it takes
Standard applications: Within 14 days.
Urgent applications: not available
How much it costs
The fee to apply for re-accreditation is $130.
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