Updated 1.11.2025
AMDRAS Update – October 2025: Major Developments for Mediators and Providers
From Mediation Institute & the AMDRAS Board Newsletter
>>>> Link to the October 2025 AMDRAS Board Newsletter
Major AMDRAS Updates – October 2025
The AMDRAS Board has released significant updates following the completion of the national transition from NMAS to AMDRAS which completed on the 1st July 2025.
Here’s a summary of the latest developments shaping the future of mediation and dispute resolution in Australia.
- Revised Standards Released – October 2025
- New Alternative Pathway Protocol for FDRPs
- AMDRAS Provider Update
1. Revised AMDRAS Standards Released
The AMDRAS Board has approved important revisions to the AMDRAS Standards, addressing review by the board and feedback from Recognised Providers and practitioners.
These changes clarify key definitions, improve consistency across accreditation levels, and ensure standards reflect current best practice.
🔗 To Do: If you have a copy of the AMDRAS Standards saved make sure that you update your records and access the revised standards on the AMDRAS website.
2 NEW: Alternative Pathway Protocol for FDRPs
The Board has introduced a new Alternative Pathway Protocol for Family Dispute Resolution Practitioners (FDRPs), providing clear guidance on how existing qualifications and registration meet AMDRAS standards.
There are two recognition pathways:
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For FDRPs accredited with the Attorney Generals Department before 30 June 2025
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For those with qualifications from 1 July 2024 onward
This protocol ensures fairness and consistency while recognising professional expertise.
If you believe you are eligible for the alternative pathway please review this post. AMDRAS Certificate Of Training COT Alternative Pathway
Read the Protocols here – Alternative-Pathway-Protocol_Certificate-of-Training-for-Family-Dispute-Resolution-Practitioners_FDRPs-October-2025.pdf
3. AMDRAS Provider Update: as at November 2025
The Australian Mediator and Dispute Resolution Accreditation Standards (AMDRAS) framework continues to grow, with a robust and diverse network of Recognised Providers supporting training and accreditation across the country.
Here’s a snapshot of the current landscape:
Provider Breakdown
Total Recognised Providers – 39 Organisations.
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29 Recognised Accreditation Providers (RAPs)
These organisations are authorised to assess and accredit practitioners under the AMDRAS framework. -
25 Recognised Training Providers (RTPs)
Delivering training approved as aligned with AMDRAS standards. -
16 Dual Providers (RAP & RTP)
These organisations offer both training and accreditation, streamlining the pathway for dispute resolution professionals.
Mediation Institute provides both training and accreditation across all levels of recognised training.
Course Offerings by RTPs
- 24 RTPs offer the Certificate of Training (COT)
Ensuring practitioners meet the educational standards required for accreditation. - 22 RTPs offer the Certificate of Accreditation (COA)
A foundational credential for mediators entering the field. - 14 RTPs offer the Practitioner Certificate
Supporting advanced practice and recognition of professional competence leading to Advanced Accreditation.
This dynamic mix of providers reflects AMDRAS’s commitment to accessibility, quality, and national reach. Whether you’re seeking training, accreditation, or both, the framework offers a clear and supported pathway for dispute resolution professionals.