The assessment of skills competence under the NSRS is conducted through a network of approved assessment centres (AAC). Located largely in companies and training centres, these approved assessment centres operate through a pool of independent assessors drawn from industry. These centres conduct assessment according to the specifications prescribed in the skills standard document, which provides for an Assessment Plan. All assessments under the NSRS cover both the skills and underpinning knowledge.

Companies wishing to assess their staff can send them for assessment to any AAC or apply for their staff to be assessed at their premises. To ensure integrity and consistency in assessments, test specifications are clearly laid out. The conduct of assessments by AACs is monitored by a team of independent Supervising Assessors.

The NSRS is a competence-based system. There are no academic or training entry requirements for assessments. Anyone can take the assessment at the AAC.

The assessment fees are set by the AAC. They vary according to the complexity of the skills assessed. Fees generally range from $50 to $150.

Related Information
• NSRS Application guidelines *New terms and conditions included
• Application Form for Approved Assessment Centre
• List of Approved Assessment Centres
• Guide for NSRS Assessment Centre
• Communication Guide on the usage of NSRS logo and identities
• Guide for Continuous Improvement Review (CIR)