How do l become certified?
Applications cannot be processed unless all of the relevant information and supporting documentation is provided.
1 Apply
Complete the Application Form which includes personal information and Supplier/Authority (employer) information.
Payment of the Application Fee ($110 inc GST)*.
2 Training
Provide evidence of the satisfactory completion of accredited training under the nationally recognised Water Training Package (NWP). Training completed must cover the fit for purpose units of competencies as identified in the System Complexity Rating completed by the Supplier/Authority. Registered Training Organisations (RTO) are the only training providers that can supply the necessary documentation (called Statements of Attainment) that verify an applicant has met the training requirement to all certification.
The system complexity rating outlines the training requirements and Statement of Attainment would be required covering:
- NWP units matching ALL plant processes operated
- Mandatory NWP units as specified at the system complexity rating level
Each individual application must be supported by evidence of completion of accredited training such as Certificates, Statements of Attainment or official student records from an RTO. All documentation supplied will be verified as an accurate copy by the Supplier/Authority and WIOA will undertake random audits of documentation supplied.
In accordance with the Framework, WIOA will only recognise accredited training completed in accordance with the National Water Training Package (NWP) or any subsequent version of the Training Package. Applicants with qualifications obtained from studies associated with training packages prior to NWP01 will be required to upgrade their qualification to meet the requirements of the current Water Training Package.
3 Workplace Evidence Report
Complete the Workplace Evidence Report that documents the applicant’s competence and experience (capability). The Workplace Evidence Report is signed off by the Supplier/Authority and must meet the requirements of the system as identified in the System Complexity Rating.
4 WIOA Code of Conduct
Complete the WIOA Code of Conduct included in the Application Form.
5 Application Processed
WIOA will process the application and may if necessary request more information or clarification. Once your application has been initially evaluated, you will be notified of the decision in writing within 21 days.
6 Certification Fee
When all the requirements of the WIOA Water Industry Operator Certification Scheme are met, WIOA will notify both the applicant and the Supplier/Authority.
Payment of certification fee ($440 inc GST)*
7 Certification Awarded
Certification is valid for 5 years from the date of approval.
* Fees are non-refundable and are current as at January 2020.
Applications can be lodged by Email: info@wioa.org.au
WIOA Certification
P.O. Box 6012, Shepparton, Victoria 3630