Body & Jurisdiction
Australian Institute of Architects (AIA) — Australia (national). CPD compliance is enforced by state/territory Architects Registration Boards.
Who Must Comply
Registered (practising) architects under their state/territory board (e.g., NSW ARB, ARBV VIC, BOAQ QLD).
Annual CPD Requirements
Most boards require 20 hours per year with ≥10 hours Formal (e.g., NSW, VIC, QLD). 1 hour = 1 CPD point.
Specifics
Activities should align to NSCA 2021 and cover ≥2 NSCA units. Formal = structured with assessment/interaction; Informal = self-directed (notes/reflection).
Compulsory Modules
Who Can Deliver CPD That Counts
AIA and external providers. (In VIC, the Board does not accredit providers; architects select suitable activities.)
Can SKILLINGS Education Courses Count?
Yes — Claimable (Self-Assessed). If your SKILLINGS Education course includes outcomes + short quiz/interaction, claim Formal; otherwise Informal. Map to relevant NSCA criteria. Final acceptance/formal-vs-informal classification is at your registration board’s discretion.)
How to Claim/Recording Keeping
Self-record CPD; declare at renewal; boards may audit. Keep evidence (recommended 5 years in VIC) noting date, provider, hours, formal/informal, NSCA link.
Types of Activities Accepted
Courses/workshops, webinars, conferences, structured site/exhibition tours (often informal unless assessed), reading/podcasts (informal), presenting/teaching (with caps).
Evidence Needed
Certificate (for Formal) naming participant, provider, date, hours, NSCA mapping, and proof of assessment/interaction; or learning notes for Informal.
Assessment Required
Formal CPD: brief assessment or significant interaction; Informal: not required.
Oversight and Key Legislation
State/Territory boards (e.g., NSW ARB, ARBV). Guidance references NSCA 2021 (AACA).
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