Definitions for the following acronyms were added.

Section l) ‘RPEQ means Registered Professional Engineer of Queensland.

Section m) ‘BPEQ’ means Board of Professional Engineers of Queensland.

Section n) ‘RPEV’ means Registered Professional Engineer of Victoria.

Section o) ‘BLA’ means Business Licensing Authority of Victora 

FAQs

Does this change eligibility or assessment criteria?”

No. These changes are clarifications only. Eligibility requirements, assessment standards and decision‑making processes remain the same.

Why are Queensland and Victorian regulators specifically referenced?”

These regulators are referenced because AusIMM is an approved assessing entity for those schemes. Including them improves transparency for members who hold, or are seeking, state‑based registration.

Does this mean I now need to apply for RPEQ/RPEV?

No. Chartered Professional (CP) status remains voluntary and separate from state registration. You only need to apply for RPEQ or RPEV if you choose to hold those registrations.

The following preamble was added to provide clarity around the program's purpose.

The Chartered Professional Program is established by the AusIMM to provide an objective means for members to demonstrate their commitment to continued professional development, competence in practice and ethical conduct.

These regulations set out the governance, accreditation, and accountability mechanisms that underpin the Chartered Professional status, ensuring its integrity, consistency, and value to both members and the broader community.

The frequency of reporting to the CEO was clarified below.

Section A

The CPPC will report on a quarterly basis to the Chief Executive Officer of the AusIMM under authority delegated by the Board.  

FAQs

Does this change how decisions are made?

No. Assessment and accreditation decisions continue to be made independently by assessors and the CPPC.

Will individual outcomes be reported to the Board?

No. Reporting is aggregated and de‑identified. Individual member outcomes are not shared with the Board.

Does this affect assessor independence?

No. Assessor independence and professional judgement remain unchanged.  

The inclusion of "other means of recording Professional Development (PD)" accommodates members who are actively recording PD with a few different organisations.

This update appears in the following sections.

Section D, 3f
Section M, Item 52
Section N, Item 57
Section P, Item 67
Section P, Item 70

FAQs

Will my existing logbook still be accepted?

Yes. Existing AusIMM logbooks and other compliant PD records remain acceptable. 

Do I need to migrate everything into the AusIMM logbook?

No. You may continue to use another professional or employer‑based PD system, provided it is complete, relevant and can be supported by evidence if requested.

What level of evidence is required?

Evidence should reasonably support your PD claims (e.g. certificates, attendance records, reflective notes). The level of evidence requested depends on the activity and review context.

Clarification provided for the CP (Retired) and (Emeritus) categories.

CP (Retired)

Members who have ceased practice may apply to transfer to CP (Retired).  Applicants must: (a) remain financial members; (b) have held CP status for ≥10 years and passed all PD Reviews during that period; and (c) present a compliant PD logbook as at the date of retirement or transfer.

Giving-back PD (first 5 years only).  For the first 5 years post-retirement, CP (Retired) members must complete ≥15 hours/year of contribution-type PD (e.g., assessing, mentoring, participation in AusIMM conferences, panels, webinars, technical talks, Branches, Societies or Committees).  Beyond 5 years, contribution remains valued but no annual PD quota applies.
No Application or Annual fee applies to CP (Retired). (The retirees’ membership fee applies.)

CP (Emeritus) (optional recognition)

Honorary recognition for long-serving CPs who have fully ceased practice and rendered distinguished service.  No fee and no PD quota; the status does not confer any right to practice.

FAQs

Can I still use the CP post-nominals?

CP (Retired) members may continue to use the CP post‑nominals. CP (Emeritus) is an honorary recognition and does not confer a right to practice.

What happens after the first five years?

After five years, no annual PD quota applies, although contribution activities remain valued.

Does CP (Emeritus) allow consulting or mentoring?

No. CP (Emeritus) does not confer a right to practice. Any consulting would require an appropriate practicing status.

Why is CP (Emeritus) optional?

It is an honorary recognition for long‑serving CPs and is not intended to be mandatory or prescriptive.  

The following sections were added to clarify registration criteria with BPEQ and BLA.

Section E, Item 8. b

NOTE: Whilst the AusIMM have made every attempt to align requirements with BPEQ, where any difference of requirements exist, the BPEQ requirements are considered the expectations to meet.  

Section F, Item 23

Note: Whilst the AusIMM have made every attempt to align requirements with the BLA (Victoria), where any difference of requirements exist, the BLA (Victoria) requirements are considered the expectations to meet.  

FAQs

Which requirements should I follow if they differ?”

If you hold both CP and RPEQ / RPEV, you must meet the regulator’s requirements where they differ.

Will meeting CP requirements guarantee RPEQ/RPEV approval?

No. Each scheme has its own decision‑making process and differing application criteria.

Why aren’t all requirements identical?

Different schemes are established under different legislative and governance frameworks.  

The following sections were added to the Regulations to specify expectations regarding involvement with any legal proceedings.

Section E, Item 10

Members to inform the Registrar prior to submitting a Chartered Professional application, if they are being investigated by the BPEQ or are involved in any legal proceedings.  

Section F, Item 24

Member to inform the Registrar prior to submitting a Chartered Professional application if they are being investigated by the BLA (Victoria) or are involved in any legal proceedings.  

FAQs

What counts as a legal proceeding?

This includes investigations or proceedings by professional regulators or courts that may be relevant to professional conduct. Please contact cpd@ausimm.com for further guidance.

Will this automatically disqualify me?

No. Disclosure does not mean automatic exclusion. Each situation is considered on its merits.

Who assesses this information?”

The Registrar and CPPC assess disclosures confidentially, following defined internal processes.  

The following criteria for those holding dual disciplines has been updated to allow more flexibility with sponsors and PD hours criteria.

Section H

PD Hours for two CP disciplines

The applicant must demonstrate they have completed and will maintain the PD commitments for each CP discipline sought.  For applications covering two CP disciplines the following PD requirements apply:

• A minimum total of 200 PD hours over the required PD period is required for the two disciplines combined.
• Up to one third (⅓) of the total technical PD hours may be common to both disciplines where the activity is genuinely relevant to both.  Where overlap applies this will normally be 60 hours common between the two disciplines.
• To meet the 200-hour requirement with overlap, each CP discipline must include at least 70 PD hours and the two disciplines together may include up to 60 hours common to both (70 + 70 + 60 = 200).
• Where overlap is not relevant, each CP discipline must include 100 PD hours (100 + 100 = 200).
• Applications for more than two CP disciplines: PD hours required will be determined by the CPPC on a case-by-case basis.
• Applicants must provide evidence of PD types and relevance in their logbook; guidance on PD categories (technical, risk & ethics, professional practice, contribution) will be published by CPPC.

Sponsors for two CP disciplines

Applicants for accreditation in two CP disciplines must supply three sponsors in support of each CP discipline.  One sponsor may support both discipline applications.  Where one sponsor supports both applications, applicants must provide at least five (5) distinct sponsors in total. Sponsors must be able to comment on the applicant’s competence in the relevant discipline and meet any conflict-of-interest requirements set by CPPC.

Applicants for multiple Chartered Professional accreditations will be required to pay the application fee for each discipline in which Chartered Professional accreditation is sought.

Holders of multiple Chartered Professional accreditations will be required to pay the annual fees, if applicable, for each discipline in which Chartered Professional accreditation is held.

FAQs

How do I prove PD is relevant to both disciplines?

Your logbook should clearly explain how the activity relates to each discipline. Assessors consider relevance and professional judgement.

Why is the total reduced from 300 to 200 hours?

This reflects a more realistic recognition of overlapping, relevant PD while maintaining rigour.

Why do I need five sponsors if one supports both disciplines?

This ensures sufficient independent insight into your competence across both disciplines.  

The terminology for abridged applications has been updated and 'recommended' has been replaced with 'registered'.

Section J, Item 44

Where an applicant is an AusIMM Chartered Professional seeking RPEQ and/or RPEV assessment in the same discipline; or is RPEQ/RPEV registered and seeking Chartered Professional accreditation in the same discipline, they are eligible to submit an abridged application.

FAQs

Am I eligible if I was previously recommended but not registered?

No. Abridged applications apply where a member is registered (or applying for registration) in the same discipline.

Does this change any application criteria or processing time?

No. Application, assessment standards and processing expectations remain the same.  

The following sentence has been updated to reflect the removal of 'weighting' with regards to PD hours.

Section M, Item 54

'that the completion of at least 150 hours of PD activities during the past three years has occurred.' 

FAQs

Do my older PD records still count?

Yes. Historical PD remains valid.

How far back do I need to recalculate?

You do not need to recalculate past PD. The underlying requirements have not changed.

Clarification has been provided on the consequences for an applicant or current CP who provides false or misleading information.

Section M, Item 56

A Chartered Professional who provides false or misleading information about their PD compliance will have their Chartered Professional accreditation revoked and the incident will be reported to the AusIMM Complaints and Ethics Committee as a breach of the AusIMM’s Code of Ethics. Information for complaints can be found on the Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct Regulations; Complaints and Appeals webpage.

FAQs

Is there someone I can talk to if I need to discuss a possible complaint?

Yes. Members are encouraged to contact the Registrar for confidential guidance. Initial contact can be made via cpd@ausimm.com.au and a subsequent meeting or phone call may be arranged.

Additional information regarding what is and not allowed, has been provided for clarification on the career break criteria.

Section N

A Chartered Professional should advise the Registrar of their intention to take a career break at the earliest opportunity, preferably prior to the career break commencing. A career break is to be recorded in the AusIMM online PD Logbook (or other means of recording PD),

Career breaks are considered events where the Chartered Professional’s capacity to undertake CPD is substantially diminished. Situations such as parental leave, extended sickness, extended carers leave, extended unemployment are considered appropriate (or other directly related instances).  

Travel or holidays are not appropriate for career breaks and depending on the nature of the request, this may be considered under ‘special circumstances’(below) and will need to be confirmed by the Registrar prior.

FAQs

Can I apply retrospectively for a career break?

Requests should be made as early as possible. Retrospective requests may be considered but are not guaranteed.

Does reduced practice affect my standing?

No. Reduced Practice is a recognised status that maintains professional standing with adjusted PD requirements.

How is PD assessed during extended breaks?

PD expectations are adjusted based on approved arrangements and individual circumstances.  

Additional information regarding what is classified as acceptable for special circumstances claims, has been provided.

Section O

Extended Career Breaks under Special Circumstances

For career breaks under typical circumstances, totalling more than two years in a three-year period, CP accreditation cannot be continued. If a career break is expected to be greater than two full years in three, Chartered Professionals should contact the Registrar at the earliest opportunity to discuss their individual circumstances.

For Career Breaks greater than two years, when CPs are not able to undertake meaningful PD activities for extended periods (e.g., parental leave, extended illness, etc.) CPs can take the first two years with no PD and then restore currency of knowledge at the end of the Career Break.

CP (Reduced Practice)

Eligibility & status. Members averaging ≤8 hours/week of professional practice over the prior 3 months may apply to transfer to CP (Reduced Practice).  Applicants must remain financial members, maintain ethical and technical competence and continue to meet AusIMM’s Code of Ethics.

Professional Development (PD).  While in Reduced Practice, minimum annual PD is:

• 10–14 years as CP: 40 hours/year
• 15–19 years as CP: 30 hours/year
• ≥20 years as CP: 15 hours/year

Attestation & audit. Applicants must complete an annual self-declaration of reduced practice and PD.  Compliance may be verified by random audit of logbooks and evidence of engagement. (Age or date of birth is not used as a proxy for eligibility.)

Fees. Standard CP fees apply.

Section P

Special Circumstance requests

Requests for special circumstances should be submitted to the Registrar at the CPs earliest opportunity, preferably prior to the break commencing the Professional Development (PD) Review.  

FAQs

Does reduced practice affect my standing?

No. Reduced Practice is a recognised status that maintains professional standing with adjusted PD requirements.

How is PD assessed during extended breaks?

PD expectations are adjusted based on approved arrangements and individual circumstances.  

The criteria and process for PD Reviews (previously called PD Audits) has been reviewed and updated, as follows.

Section Q

In addition to the annual Chartered Professional’s declaration of compliance and the quarterly requirement to update the AusIMM online PD Logbook (or other means of recording PD), the AusIMM will conduct random and selected PD Reviews of Chartered Professionals (previously called PD audits). Reports will also be generated to review logbook compliance and any CPs who are not maintaining a compliant logbook will be contacted.

An annual notification will be sent to all CPs notifying them to update their logbook. CPs under 150 hours will be given a 3-month period to update their logbook before removal process. A random sample of 10-20 CPs above 150 hours will be reviewed each year.

Chartered Professionals may be called for a PD Review approximately every 3-7 years, but not more than once every three (3) years (unless there is a specific reason).

A Chartered Professional who marginally passed their last PD Review may be automatically selected for review after two (2) years.

When called for PD Review a Chartered Professional must within one month provide the following:

A record of PD activities over the immediate past three calendar years, or a time period in the previous 3-4 years as specified by the Registrar, by ensuring information in the AusIMM online PD Logbook (or other means of recording PD), is up to date and any evidence relating to the entries is uploaded where possible.

Any other information that is requested by the Registrar to clarify the evidence provided, such as a summary of diary records, course/seminar enrolment records, receipts, certificates, assessment reports, employer/supervisor/peer/client reports or statutory declarations.

CPs have 30 days to appeal the decision to remove their CP status by providing evidence to demonstrate their logbook complies or there were other extenuating circumstances to be considered by the CPPC.

FAQs

Why was I selected for a review?

Selection may be due to low PD hours, random selection, or a follow‑up from a previous review.

How often can I be reviewed?

Typically, you may be reviewed every 3–7 years, and not more frequently than once every three years unless there is a specific reason.

What happens if I miss the deadline?

Failure to respond may result in suspension or removal, with appeal rights available.

Decision‑making & ratification

Who makes the final decision on my PD Review outcome?
PD Reviews are carried out by independent assessors. The Registrar compiles the assessor outcomes and forwards them to the CP Program Committee (CPPC), which considers the outcome for formal ratification.

What does “ratification by the CPPC” mean?

Ratification means the CPPC confirms that the PD Review process was followed correctly and that the assessors’ recommendation is appropriate and consistent with the Regulations.

Does the CPPC reassess my PD logbook?

No. The CPPC does not reassess individual PD logbooks. It considers the assessors’ agreed outcome and confirms the decision.

Can the CPPC overturn an assessor recommendation?

The CPPC may query an outcome if there is a procedural issue or lack of clarity, but it does not replace the professional judgement of assessors.

Is ratification automatic?

No. Ratification is a formal governance step to ensure fairness, consistency and procedural integrity.

Clarification for the failure and appeal process of a PD Review (previously called PD Audits) has been provided, as follows.

Section Q, Item 73

A Chartered Professional who fails to make an acceptable submission (including providing clarifying documentation) within three (3) months of being notified of a PD Review will have their accreditation suspended and their name removed from the Register of Chartered Professionals, unless an extension of time is requested and granted by the CPPC, providing a reasonable explanation for the extension. The Board of Professional Engineers Queensland and the Business Licensing Authority of Victoria will also be notified, if relevant.

Where the two Assessors do not agree on the outcome of a PD review, the Registrar will arrange for both assessors to meet and discuss their findings in order to arrive at a mutually agreed outcome. The outcome (with feedback) is to be provided by email to the Registrar.  

Section Q, Item 79

A Chartered Professional who the CPPC determines as having failed their PD Review, will have their accreditation revoked and their name removed from the Register of Chartered Professionals. The Board of Professional Engineers Queensland and the Business Licensing Authority of Victoria will also be notified, if relevant. They may apply again after a period of 12 months as long as they have completed sufficient PD for their logbook to be compliant. An appeal of the decision can be followed as outlined in Section S of these regulations.  

Section R, Item 83

Where the Chair and Deputy Chair believe that the appeal has grounds, they may order a Quality Assurance (QA) audit of the process under appeal and decide on the appeal based on those findings.  

Section S, Item 87

If a Chartered Professional has not paid the annual subscription and/or their AusIMM membership fee by the due date, their accreditation may be suspended or cancelled.  The Board of Professional Engineers Queensland and the Business Licensing Authority of Victoria will also be notified, if relevant Cessation of Chartered Professional Accreditation.  

FAQs

Failing a PD Review

What does it mean to 'fail' a PD Review?
Failing a PD Review means that, after assessment and any opportunity to provide clarification or additional evidence, the PD record is not compliant with the required standards.

Is failing a PD Review the same as misconduct?
No. A failed PD Review relates to compliance with Professional Development requirements. It is not, of itself, a finding of unethical behaviour or misconduct.

Will I be told why I failed?
Yes. Members are provided with feedback outlining the reasons for the outcome.

Is there any warning before accreditation is revoked?
Yes. Members are notified during the PD Review process, given time to respond, and may submit further evidence before a final outcome is determined.

Can minor issues lead to failure?
Minor issues are usually addressed through clarification or correction. Failure occurs where PD requirements are not met after reasonable opportunities to comply.

Revocation & removal from the Register

What happens if my CP accreditation is revoked?
Your CP accreditation is cancelled and your name is removed from the Register of Chartered Professionals.

Can I continue to use CP post‑nominals after revocation?
No. Once accreditation is revoked, CP post‑nominals must not be used.

Is revocation permanent?
No. Members may reapply after 12 months, provided they have completed sufficient PD to be compliant.

Will my employer or sponsors be notified?
No. Employers and sponsors are not routinely notified of PD Review outcomes.

Reapplication after a failed PD Review

When can I reapply after failing?
You may reapply after 12 months.

What do I need to do before reapplying?
You must complete sufficient Professional Development so that your logbook is compliant at the time of application.

Will my reapplication be treated differently?
No. Reapplications are assessed against the same standards as all other applications.

Do I need new sponsors?
Normal sponsorship requirements apply at the time of reapplication.

Appeals

Can I appeal a failed PD Review decision?
Yes. Members may appeal in accordance with Section S of the Regulations.

What are valid grounds for appeal?
Grounds include procedural error, new relevant evidence, or other substantive issues.

How long do I have to lodge an appeal?
Appeal timeframes are set out in the Regulations and communicated with the outcome notice.

Will my accreditation remain active during an appeal?
Where relevant, the status of accreditation during an appeal follows the provisions in the Regulations.

Who considers the appeal?
Appeals are considered in accordance with the defined CPPC and Quality Assurance processes.

Process transparency & fairness

How do I know the process is fair?
The PD Review process includes independent assessors, defined procedures, governance oversight, and appeal rights.

What happens if assessors disagree?
Where assessors do not initially agree, they are required to discuss their findings and reach a mutually agreed outcome before the result proceeds.

Is there independent oversight?
Yes. Governance oversight is provided through the CPPC and Quality Assurance provisions in the Regulations.

Support & guidance

Who can I speak to if I’m concerned?
Members are encouraged to contact the Registrar for confidential guidance at any stage.

Can I get help before things escalate?
Yes. Members are strongly encouraged to engage with the CP team early if they are unsure about PD compliance or review requirements.  

Notification

Will assessors be notified for minor issues?

Minor issues are usually resolved without escalation.

What if I resign voluntarily?

Voluntary resignation may still trigger notification obligations where relevant.

Can this affect my registration status?

Yes, but only if you also hold RPEQ or RPEV and notification is required.  

When are regulators notified?

Regulators may be notified where a member also holds relevant state‑based registration and notification obligations apply.

Are regulators notified automatically in all cases?

Notification only occurs where relevant to the member’s registration status.

What information is shared with regulators?

Only information required to meet transparency and notification obligations is shared.

Does notification mean my state registration will be cancelled?

Not automatically. Any action is determined by the regulator under its own processes.

What if I no longer practice in Queensland or Victoria?

Notification requirements depend on your registration status, not where you currently practice.  

Inclusion of notification to the BPEQ and/or BLA (if relevant) will be provided for any Chartered Professionals who do not renew their accreditation by the due date.

Section S, Item 87

If a Chartered Professional has not paid the annual subscription and/or their AusIMM membership fee by the due date, their accreditation may be suspended or cancelled.  The Board of Professional Engineers Queensland and the Business Licensing Authority of Victoria will also be notified, if relevant Cessation of Chartered Professional Accreditation.  

FAQs

Why will BPEQ or BLA be notified if I don’t pay my AusIMM fees?

Where a member also holds state registration, notification may be required for transparency.

What will happen to my registration once BPEQ or BLA are notified?

Any action is determined by the regulator, not AusIMM.

Clarity is provided for the standard complaints process should unprofessional conduct by a Chartered Profession be witnessed and require reporting.

Section U, Item 96

Any alleged unprofessional behaviour by a Chartered Professional should be reported in accordance with the AusIMM standard complaints procedures.   All matters relating to complaints and/or disciplinary action will follow the Professional Conduct and Ethics Committee regulations.  

FAQs

Is there someone I can talk to if I need to discuss a possible complaint?

Yes. Members are encouraged to contact the Registrar initially via cpd@ausimm.com.au and a follow up phone call or meeting will be held for confidential guidance.

Further clarity and a threshold number for CPs for the establishment and cessation of a new or established discipline has been included.

Chartered Professional Guideline 1, Item 4 and 5

Establishment

The working group must develop a marketing strategy for consideration by the CPPC:

a) to establish a value proposition to recruit Chartered Professionals to this new discipline. Consideration should be given to ensure that the new discipline will not struggle to compete with other non-AusIMM programs.

The Regulations and Guidelines updates required. The administrative processes updates required. A minimum of 30 expressions of interest (including those in the working group) must be received for a new discipline to be developed, with a view to creating a minimum critical mass of 30 Chartered Professionals in that discipline from the first year.  

Chartered Professional Guideline 1

Cessation

Once an existing Chartered Professional discipline drops below the minimal critical mass of 30 Chartered Professionals, the CPPC should assess and consider the future of the discipline.  

FAQs

Could my CP discipline be discontinued?
Only if numbers fall below the minimum threshold and after careful consideration by the CPPC.

What happens if numbers fall below 30?
The CPPC will assess the discipline and consider future options. No automatic decision is made.

Will I lose my CP status?
No immediate impact occurs. Existing CPs are supported and informed throughout any review process.

Will members be consulted?
Yes. Any review process includes communication with impacted members before decisions are made.

A full review was conducted on each of the Chartered Professional discipline qualifications and the criteria for each was updated accordingly. Additional clarification provided for years of experience.

Example for Environment discpline (same for each discipline)

Minimum Qualifications for entry to the AusIMM Chartered Professional Program and various Engineering Registration programs which the AusIMM is currently an assessing entity for the Environment Discipline is outlined in the table below. Years of experience is based on post-graduation of the approved qualification.

FAQs

What qualifications are required?
Minimum qualifications are defined for each discipline in the Regulations and Guidelines and published on the CP website.

How is experience calculated?
Years of experience are based on post‑graduation of the approved qualification.

Does this change eligibility requirements?
No. These updates clarify existing requirements rather than introduce new ones. 

The following paragraphs were added to the Social Performance discipline Area of Practice for improved clarity and compliance.

Human Rights - Identifying and managing human rights-related risks and impacts associated with a business operation, natural resource exploration, development, and closure. Competency indicators include:

Understanding the human rights landscape including the regulatory environment, the range of rights-holders, international guidelines and standards, and expectations of shareholders, investors, customers including buyers and end-users;

Understanding the human rights landscape including the regulatory environment, the range of rights-holders, international guidelines and standards, and expectations of shareholders, investors, customers including buyers and end-users;

Undertaking human rights due diligence and approaches including human rights risks and impact assessments in consultation with rights-holders for the effective identification, prevention, mitigation and remedy of human rights-related risks and impacts.

Designing and implementing management plans that support the optimization of business processes and systems to identify, mitigate and manage human rights-related risks and impacts;

Using risk and materiality assessments to appropriately position human rights factors, including risks associated with vulnerable and marginalised groups and human rights defenders, in risk registers;

Developing grievance mechanisms to receive and track human rights grievances raised by stakeholders and rights-holders to enable access to remedy;

Establishing human rights objectives and/or targets related to human rights performance at the business, in the supply chain and for business relationships, measure progress and publicly report against them. 

Undertaking public disclosure of how impacts are being addressed in a manner that is accessible to intended audiences, with sufficient information to evaluate the adequacy of the response, and that does not pose risks to affected stakeholders and rights-holders, personnel, or commercial confidentiality.  

Developing and implementing human rights training for employees who are responsible for managing human rights-related issues. such as security, procurement, and community relations;

Building capacity of business partners to develop human rights policies and to improve their ability to identify, prevent, mitigate, and account for adverse human rights impacts.   

FAQs

Do I need to be a human rights specialist?
No. Applicants must demonstrate relevant experience in identifying, managing or addressing human rights‑related risks within their professional role.

What experience counts?
Experience may include risk assessment, due diligence, grievance mechanisms, stakeholder engagement, policy development, training or public reporting, where relevant to the role.

How do I demonstrate competency?
Applicants should provide evidence and examples showing how their experience aligns with the competency indicators outlined in the Guidelines.  

The following paragraphs were added to the Valuation discipline Area of Practice for improved clarity and compliance.

A compulsory requirement for this area of practice requiring clear competency demonstration is proficiency in project hazard identification and risk assessment, effective application of factors to recognise the effects of risk on valuation and comprehensive assessment of the combined influence of such circumstances.

Two of the primary objectives for valuers are that valuations prepared must be credible and reliable, based on the specific characteristics of the asset being valued. 

In a broader sense, valuations must be based on the five fundamental principles of transparency, competence, reasonableness, independence and materiality.  Of these, the principal of transparency is the critical factor to explain the basis of each valuation, the methodologies applied in the process and the relevant data on which the valuation is based.  Valuers will employ at least two methodologies in arriving at a value for the asset under consideration and will provide a range of estimates (High, Low, Most Likely) within which the value is considered to lie.  The market valuation assessment must include similar projects and the impact of any comparison variation noted.  Statistically insignificant data must be avoided where possible to reduce data bias. The valuer must not use inappropriate methods of valuation e.g. projected NPV, IRR for exploration properties.

The Institute will recommend a framework for the Geoscience method for valuers to utilise.

Valuations must be fit for purpose at the Valuation Date, being as comprehensive as required for that purpose and in accord with the instructions of appointment.  They must be consistent with relevant applicable Codes of Industry Best Practice, specifically including the JORC and VALMIN Codes and consistent with Australian Corporate Regulations.  The appropriate Best Practical Valuation Methodology [BPVM] is that which is relevant at the time the project is evaluated or appraised and which produces the most reliable “highest and best use” estimate of that mineral asset’s value, taking account of and making provision for the risks associated with any known attributes of the project.  The mineral valuation report must provide stakeholders with information and data at a level of confidence aligned with the knowledge of the asset so that they can make fully informed capital assessment and investment decisions consistent with the purpose of the valuation.

If the use of AI is incorporated the valuer must set out the decision methodology and the database used to arrive at the preferred value and lower and upper values. AI-powered predictive modelling, machine learning, and data analysis used to determine high-potential mineral deposits, refine exploration potential must be clearly set out. Valuers must take into consideration changes in commodity prices with respect to historical transactions and provide an adjusted valuation at the date of valuation or appraisal.

Common terms for the value of a mineral asset are market value, fair value, and intrinsic value.  The meanings of these terms differ.  A mineral asset's intrinsic value may be subject to personal opinion and vary among valuers. Documents that would qualify as demonstration of appropriate experience in valuation include any valuations in the public domain where the valuer is either a signatory or co-signatory to such reports.  

FAQs

What valuation methods are acceptable?
Valuations must be fit‑for‑purpose, credible and reliable, using appropriate methodologies aligned with industry best practice and relevant codes.

Can I use AI in valuation work?
Yes, provided the methodology, data sources and decision framework are clearly explained and transparent.

How much evidence do I need to provide?
Applicants should provide sufficient evidence to demonstrate competence, such as publicly available valuation reports where they are a signatory or co‑signatory.  

The following edit was made to allow the inclusion of executive level personnel for sponsorship.

Senior professionals or executive level personnel who are of a comparable standing, and who are in a position to assess the applicant’s work and competency in the discipline of accreditation applied for.

FAQs

Please clarify what executive personnel means.

Clarity on professional development criteria provided as follows.

Continuing Professional Development is important for Chartered Professionals to demonstrate currency in their discipline and more broadly across relevant disciplines which the Chartered Professional may interact with.

Continued Professional Development for a Chartered Professional should focus on learning and activities in areas relevant to their technical or Management discipline over and above normal work-related activities.

FAQs

Have PD requirements increased?
No. Core PD requirements remain 150 hours over three years for one discipline.

How much technical PD do I need?
For technical disciplines, at least 75 hours must be discipline‑specific technical PD.

What if my role becomes more managerial?
Members should consider transferring to Chartered Professional Management if their PD no longer reflects their technical discipline. Please contact CPD@ausimm.com for details on how to make the transition.  

The following details were added as recently updated criteria for the program.

RPEV Professional Development Requirements 

For RPEV Professional Development categories, please refer to Page 28 of the RPEV Assessment Scheme.

Ethics and Risk Management

1 hour of Ethics training and 1 hour of Risk training is required every 3 years.

FAQs

Why is the PD criteria for RPEV applications located in another document and why are they different to CP and RPEQ PD criteria?

The Professional Development (PD) criteria for RPEV applications are set out in a separate document because RPEV is governed by Victorian legislation and administered by the Victorian regulator, not by AusIMM.

While AusIMM is an approved assessing entity for RPEV, it must apply the PD requirements set by the regulator, which are defined in the RPEV Assessment Scheme. Those requirements may differ in structure, categories, caps or emphasis from the Chartered Professional (CP) and RPEQ requirements.

The CP Regulations and Guidelines explain AusIMM’s PD requirements, while the RPEV Assessment Scheme sets out the regulator’s independent requirements. Where a member applies for both CP and RPEV, AusIMM applies each set of requirements separately and, where differences exist, the regulator’s requirements must be met.

 Do I need ethics and risk training?
Yes. A minimum of one hour of ethics training and one hour of risk training is required every three years.  

General Questions

Why are the Chartered Professional Regulations being updated?

The Regulations have been reviewed to improve clarity, consistency and transparency, and to strengthen alignment with current professional practice and relevant state‑based registration frameworks. The updates also improve the Professional Development (PD) review process and provide greater flexibility for members at different career stages.

When do the changes take effect?

The updated Regulations will be effective from 1 July 2026. Transitional guidance is provided where relevant.

Do these changes affect my current CP status?

For most members, no immediate action is required. The changes clarify requirements, improvement to processes, and the introduction flexibility rather than increasing baseline obligations.

Where can I find the full Regulations?

The approved Regulations are published on the AusIMM website (the Chartered Professional page) located under 'Resources' and are also linked in each communication sent to members and above in the introduction.