Reinstate your mediator accreditation
If your national mediator accreditation has lapsed, been cancelled, or suspended, AMDRAS provides a formal reinstatement process (Clause 57 of the AMDRAS Standards).
Start here if you were previously NMAS/AMDRAS accredited and need to re-enter the framework.
Who is eligible for reinstatement?
You may apply for reinstatement if:
- You have taken an approved Leave of Absence; or
- Your accreditation has lapsed, been suspended, or cancelled (for example, due to non-completion of the renewal process).
The AMDRAS Standards set out the process for re-entry into the national accreditation framework.
Apply through your Recognised Accreditation Provider (RAP)
When applying for reinstatement, submit your documentation to your Recognised Accreditation Provider (RAP). If Mediation Institute is not your RAP, submit your application to the appropriate provider.
What you must provide
When applying for reinstatement, your submission should include:
Proof of requirements
- Evidence you meet all current re-accreditation requirements.
- Evidence of completed mediation practice hours (if applicable).
Dates and history
- Your original accreditation date (AMDRAS or NMAS).
- Dates of leave, suspension, cancellation, or lapse.
Conditions (if any)
- Details of any conditions imposed during leave, suspension, or cancellation.
- Evidence those conditions have been met (where relevant).
RAP statement (if needed)
- If suspension/cancellation was issued by a different provider, include a statement from that RAP explaining the reason (as applicable).
CPD requirements and record keeping
CPD minimum
- 25 hours CPD over the past two years
Practice minimum
- 20 hours mediation practice over the past two years
If you have not met the minimums
You may be required to complete additional training, supervision, or assessment to confirm current competency.
Upload your records
Maintaining a CPD record supports both compliance and professional growth. Upload your records via the MiMembers Portal.
Support with planning your CPD
Applying for a Leave of Absence
Practitioners who are not currently practising may apply for a Leave of Absence or Non-Practising Certificate in accordance with the AMDRAS Standards.
Important limitation: You are permitted only one reinstatement within any four-year period. If your accreditation lapses again after reinstatement, you will be required to undertake the full initial accreditation process.
When is reinstatement confirmed?
Your accreditation is officially reinstated on the date your RAP notifies you in writing that all requirements have been met.
Not yet nationally accredited?
Your next step depends on your previous training and experience.
1. Completed training but never applied for accreditation
If you completed mediation training and have experience but never applied for national accreditation, reinstatement does not apply. You may be eligible for the AMDRAS Alternative Pathway, where your prior learning and experience can be assessed against current competency standards.
2. Not completed recognised mediation training
If you have not completed an AMDRAS-recognised mediation training course, you will need to undertake an approved program. This is the standard entry pathway for first-time accreditation under AMDRAS.
Frequently asked questions
Do the same rules apply to Family Dispute Resolution Practitioners (FDRPs) and Family Group Conference (FGC) Facilitators?
Family Dispute Resolution Practitioners (FDRPs)
FDRPs must meet CPD requirements set by the Attorney-General’s Department to maintain their registration. These ensure continued competence in the field.
Family Group Conference (FGC) Facilitators
While there are currently no formal CPD requirements for FGC Facilitators, ongoing professional learning is strongly encouraged.
Recommendation: Aim for at least 1 hour of CPD per month (12 hours annually), including:
- Webinars or workshops
- Peer supervision or discussion
- Relevant reading or research
- Role-plays or skills-based refresher
Have questions?
Contact us or request a callback. If you are ready, begin your reinstatement application via MiMembers.
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