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CPP50721 Diploma of Access Consulting – 11 days
New and updated Qualification Delivered Live Online via Zoom. This course provides students with the premium nationally recognised qualification as an Access Consultant. It also incorporates the mandatory training requirements for successful candidates wishing to become: Specialist Disability Accommodation Assessors Livable Housing Design Guideline Assessors Livable Housing Design Standard Assessors Dates and Times; Delivered Live Online via Zoom: 10, 11, 17, 18, 24, 25, 26 February and 18, 19, 25, 26 March 2026. 10.00am - 5.00pm each day, Melbourne Time;…
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CPP50721 Diploma of Access Consulting Course for Architects – 10 days
New and updated Qualification Delivered Live Online via Zoom. This course is ideal for Architects who have responsibility for planning and designing, buildings and facilities, as well as those who are required to provide advice to others regarding access and Universal Design in the built environment. This course provides students with the premium nationally recognised qualification as an Access Consultant. It also incorporates the mandatory training requirements for successful candidates wishing to become: Specialist Disability Accommodation Assessors Livable Housing Design…
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CPP50721 Diploma of Access Consulting Course for Building Designers – 10 days
This course is ideal for Building Designers who have responsibility for planning and designing buildings and facilities, as well as those who are required to provide advice to others regarding access and Universal Design in the built environment. The course also supports students with leading an access consulting team or operating an access consulting business. This course provides students with the premium nationally recognised qualification as an Access Consultant. It also incorporates the mandatory training requirements for successful candidates wishing…
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CPP50721 Diploma of Access Consulting Course for Occupational Therapists – 9 days
New and updated Qualification Delivered Live Online via Zoom. This course provides students with the premium nationally recognised qualification as an Access Consultant. It also incorporates the mandatory training requirements for successful candidates wishing to become: Specialist Disability Accommodation Assessors Livable Housing Design Guideline Assessors Livable Housing Design Standard Assessors Dates and Times; Delivered Live Online via Zoom: 10, 11, 17, 18, 24, 25, 26 February and 18, 19 March 2026. 10.00am - 5.00pm each day, Melbourne Time; or 28, 29…
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CPP50721 Diploma of Access Consulting Course for Building Surveyors – 8 days
New and updated Qualification Delivered Live Online via Zoom. This course provides students with the premium nationally recognised qualification as an Access Consultant. It also incorporates the mandatory training requirements for successful candidates wishing to become: Specialist Disability Accommodation Assessors Livable Housing Design Guideline Assessors Livable Housing Design Standard Assessors Dates and Times; Delivered Live Online via Zoom: 10, 11, 17, 18, 24 February and 19, 25, 26 March 2026. 10.00am - 5.00pm each day, Melbourne Time; or 28, 29…
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Bridging Course for CPP50721 Diploma of Access Consulting – 3 days
Delivered Live Online via Zoom This course provides students with the premium nationally recognised qualification as an Access Consultant. This 'Bridging' course provides students, who have completed the 'face to face' training sessions for the Certificate IV in Access Consulting, the opportunity to gain the Diploma of Access Consulting by completing additional required units of competency. These additional units relate to the provision of advice on access to the built environment including additional access auditing elements, anthropometrics and ergonomics. 3…
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CPP40821 Certificate IV in Access Consulting – 8 days
New and updated Qualification Delivered Live Online via Zoom. The course includes twenty units of competency required for minimum qualification as an Access Consultant. Dates and Times; Delivered Live Online via Zoom: 10, 11, 17, 18, 24, 25, 26 February and 18 March 2026. 10.00am - 5.00pm each day, Melbourne Time; or 28, 29 April, 12, 13, 26, 27 May and 3, 4 June 2026. 10.00am - 5.00pm each day, Melbourne Time It will be of enormous benefit to people…
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CPP40821 Certificate IV in Access Consulting Course for Architects – 7 days
New and updated Qualification Delivered Live Online via Zoom. This course is ideal for Architects who have responsibility for planning and designing, buildings and facilities, as well as those who are required to provide advice to others regarding access and Universal Design in the built environment. Dates and Times; Delivered Live Online via Zoom: 10, 11, 17, 18, 24, 26 February and 18 March 2026. 10.00am - 5.00pm each day, Melbourne Time; or 28, 29 April, 12, 13, 26 May…
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CPP40821 Certificate IV in Access Consulting Course for Building Designers – 7 days
This course is ideal for Building Designers who have responsibility for planning and designing buildings and facilities, as well as those who are required to provide advice to others regarding access and Universal Design in the built environment. The course also supports students with leading an access consulting team or operating an access consulting business. Dates and Times; Delivered Live Online via Zoom: 10, 11, 17, 18, 24, 26 February and 18 March 2026. 10.00am - 5.00pm each day, Melbourne…
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CPP40821 Certificate IV in Access Consulting Course for Building Surveyors – 5 days
New and updated Qualification Delivered Live Online via Zoom. The course includes twenty units of competency required for minimum qualification as an Access Consultant. Dates and Times; Delivered Live Online via Zoom: 10, 11, 17, 18, 24 February 2026. 10.00am - 5.00pm each day, Melbourne Time or 28, 29 April, 12, 13, 26 May 2026. 10.00am - 5.00pm each day, Melbourne Time This course is ideal for Building Surveyors who have responsibility for reviewing, planning, designing, managing or maintaining buildings,…
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Qualifications via RPL/CT Pathways
Access Institute delivers both the Certificate IV in Access Consulting and Diploma of Access Consulting courses. There is a range of options available to candidates to obtain these qualifications including demonstration of Recognised Prior Learning (RPL) and Credit Transfer (CT) Option 1 – Face to Face course and assessment tasks Face to face courses (delivered via video/teleconference) are planned for delivery in 2022. The following face to face courses are offered simultaneously: • CPP40821 Certificate IV in Access Consulting -…
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CPPACC4005 Conduct Building Access Audits – 2 days
Delivered Live Online via Zoom This course is ideal for people who have responsibility for auditing, reviewing, planning, designing, managing or maintaining buildings, as well as those who are required to provide advice to others regarding access issues in the built environment. The key elements of access to buildings, including relevant legislation and Disability (Access to Premises – Buildings) Standards 2010 are incorporated. The principles of Universal Design are also explored. Using a wide variety of learning techniques including, discussion,…
Read more »Understanding Access Legislation and Universal Design in Buildings – 1 day
Delivered Live Online via Zoom This course provides participants with an understanding of the wide range of disability access and universal design considerations that must be addressed in planning, design, development, maintenance and upgrade of buildings. The course incorporates an overview of universal access and design principles, relevant legislation and Australian Standards, universal access issues - What's and Why's. Participants also receive Access Guidelines for Buildings. 1 full day Course: 10.00am - 4.30pm Dates and Times: Delivered Live Online via…
Read more »Developing Inclusive Parks and Playgrounds – 3 hours
Delivered Live Online via Zoom Creating outdoor environments and playgrounds that welcome and support people of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds is essential for fostering inclusive, healthy, and connected communities. This 3 hour live course provides participants with practical knowledge and strategies to develop outdoor spaces and playgrounds that meet the needs of diverse users, while aligning with relevant Australian legislation, standards, and best practice in Universal Design. What you can expect to learn: Foundations of Inclusive Design Overview of…
Read more »Toilets for Everyone – Considerations in Providing All Gender Toilets – 1.5 hours
Replacing single gender toilets with all gender toilets is not an effective solution for everyone. What are the considerations when providing all gender toilets. What are the key issues that impact on toilet use for men, women, including people with disabilities as well as the gender diverse community. How do we ensure that toilet provision ensures everyone feels safe and comfortable and can use a toilet with dignity. What is happening with the National Construction Code (NCC) and all gender…
Read more »NCC Livable Housing Design Standard Assessor Course – 2.5 hours
Delivered Live Online via Zoom New access provisions for housing have been introduced into the National Construction Code (NCC). This means there are significant changes to requirements for housing, which will improve livability to homes across Australia. These changes are detailed in the ABCB Livable Housing Design Standard that is referenced by the NCC. It is important for all professionals working in the design and development of housing, as well as building certifiers and surveyors responsible for certification of new…
Read more »Livable Housing Design Guidelines Assessor Course – 2.5 hours
Delivered Line Online via Zoom This course is for professionals who wish to undertake Livable Housing Design Guidelines Assessments, to confirm that designs or as - built structures, comply with the Livable Housing Design Guidelines (LHDG). Please be aware that the Livable Housing Design Guidelines Assessor course does not cover the new livable housing requirements in the NCC 2022 relating to the Livable Housing Design Standard. This is a different course and can be found at the following link https://accessinstitute.com.au/event/understanding-the-new-access-provisions-in-the-ncc/…
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CPPACC4020 and CPPACC5016 Home Modifications Course for Occupational Therapists – 2.5 days
Delivered Live Online via Zoom This nationally recognised course incorporates CPPACC4020 - Provide access advice on building renovations and CPPACC5016 - Provide expert access advice on renovations to private dwellings, units of competency from CPP40821 Certificate IV in Access Consulting / CPP50721 Diploma of Access Consulting. These units of competency are recognised by NDIS as criteria for Occupational Therapists wishing to become Home Modification Assessors. The aim of the Home Modifications Course for Occupational Therapists is to provide the basis…
Read more »Accredited Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA) Assessor Course – 4.5 hours (NDIS Approved)
Delivered Live Online via Zoom This course is for professionals who wish to undertake NDIS Specialist Disability Accommodation Design Standard (SDA) Assessments, to confirm that Designs or Final-as-built structures, comply with the SDA Design Standard. It is also beneficial for people wishing to gain a better understanding of the SDA Design Standard, regardless of their intention to become an assessor. The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) funds accommodation options for eligible people living with a disability, through the SDA program.…
Read more »Changing Places Assessor (Accessible Adult Change Facility) Course – 3 hours
The lack of accessible adult change facilities creates major issues for people who need specialised equipment to go to the toilet when they are away from home. Carers often resort to using the floor of an accessible toilet, as the space for changing and toileting those they support, which is both inequitable and abhorrent. This course is for professionals who wish to understand and apply the Changing Places Design Specifications 2020 and those who wish to become registered as a…
Read more »Understanding Performance Solutions for Access – A Practical Approach – 3 hours
Delivered Live Online via Zoom This 3-hour CPD session will explore the development and implementation of performance solutions for access compliance under the National Construction Code (NCC). The session is designed for professionals working in the built environment who are involved in designing, assessing, certifying, or reviewing performance-based access solutions. Participants will gain a clear understanding of the legislative framework underpinning performance solutions for access. Key steps in developing effective and compliant performance solutions. Real-world case studies and examples demonstrating…
Read more »Addressing Access in Transport Infrastructure & Conveyances – 2 hours
This 2 hour course provides participants with an understanding of the wide range of access requirements related to Transport Infrastructure and Conveyances that must be considered in planning, design, development, maintenance and upgrade of these spaces and facilities. Utilising a variety of learning techniques, the course focuses on the wide range of challenges that are experienced by people with various access issues in utilising Transport Infrastructure and Conveyances. This includes mobility, vision, hearing, intellectual and cognitive issues. The course importantly…
Read more »Understanding Access and Universal Design in Streetscapes and Activity Centres – 3 hours
Delivered Live Online via Zoom. This 3 hour course provides participants with an understanding of the wide range of universal access requirements related to Streetscapes and Activity Centres, that must be considered in planning, design, development, maintenance and upgrade of these spaces and facilities. The course includes: An overview of universal access and design principles An overview of relevant legislation, Australian Standards and relevant guidelines An overview of universal access issues – What’s and Why’s Practical perspectives relating to universal…
Read more »Understanding the New Housing Provisions in the National Construction Code (NCC) – 1.5 hours
Delivered Live Online via Zoom New access provisions for housing have been introduced into the National Construction Code (NCC). This means there are significant changes to requirements for housing, which will improve livability to homes across Australia. These changes are detailed in the ABCB Livable Housing Design Standard that is referenced by the NCC. It is important for all professionals working in the design and development of housing, as well as building certifiers and surveyors responsible for certification of new…
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