Need to take a break from providing mediation services?

• Your name is removed from the public register during the leave period.
• Your accreditation expiry date is extended by the approved leave period.
• You may return earlier by notifying Mediation Institute.
• When you return to active accreditation, normal renewal requirements apply.

If you need more than 12 months away from providing mediation services, you may apply for extended leave or non-practising status. In many cases you will need to apply for reinstatement before returning to active practice.

• This option suits extended breaks from providing mediation services.
• You are not required to complete practice hours or professional development during this period.
• You do not appear on the public register.
• You must not practise as an accredited mediator while you hold non-practising status.

Reinstatement may require evidence such as:

• Current Professional Indemnity Insurance
• Evidence you meet renewal requirements in the relevant period
• Additional training or reassessment (if required)

• Leave of Absence can only be approved once every four years.
• This option is not intended for routine short holidays.
• A request cannot be backdated more than two months before the submission date.

• Professional Indemnity Insurance is not required while you are on approved leave.
• Professional development access during leave may be available through paid session access or a professional development membership.