Apply For Accreditation
Accreditation Process Steps:
- Submit all the required documentation and training evidence
- Pay the Application fee
- Pass the Accreditation Exam and complete the mandatory training requirements (if applicable)
- Complete the Registration process in the SAA Portal to receive Accreditation.
Before submitting your application, please ensure you’ve reviewed the accreditation pathways and confirmed that your training meets the eligibility criteria.
New Applicants
To successfully submit your application, all applicants must provide the following documents:
- A clear photo of your ID
- A selfie (photo of yourself)
- A copy of your Statement of Attainment certificate (with the date of completion being within 2 years of the application date) and the name of your Registered Training Organisation.
- A copy of your Public Liability Insurance Certificate of Currency, including the expiry date
(Design Only applicants may instead provide a Professional Indemnity Insurance Certificate of Currency, including the expiry date)
Additional requirements for Accreditation “Install” applicants (not required for “Design” applicants):
- Electrical license number and expiry date
- Working Safely at Heights certification (not required for “GCBS” applicants
New Applicants begin your application:
Existing SAA Accreditation Holders
If you are already SAA accredited and want to add another accreditation, please submit your application through the SAA Portal.
About the Accreditation Exam
The exam is based on practical knowledge from the relevant Australian Standards and is directly tied to the work you’ll do as an installer.
Exam Format:
Details | |
Accreditation Types | Tailored to your chosen scope: |
Question Format | 30 multiple-choice questions |
Estimated Time to Complete | 60–90 minutes |
Maximum Time Allowed | 120 minutes |
Pass Mark | 80% or above |
Attempts Included | 3 attempts |
Result | Exam results available in real time |
Useful Documents
Accreditation Fees
Your First Accreditation
Application Fee
$598.95
Includes:
- Application for 1 Accreditation (Eg. GCPV, GCBS, SPS)
- 3x exam attempts. Additional attempts cost extra.
Note: You are not accredited during this phase.
Plus
Registration Fee
$116.05
Upon successfully passing your Accreditation exam, pay to register your accreditation.
Includes:
- 1x Registered Accreditation
- Your Accreditation number
- Eligibility to claim related benefits
- Activation of your CPD plan
- Currently required Compliance Training modules (Eg. AS/NZS 4777.1:2024)
Additional Accreditations
Application Fee
$598.95
Registration Fee
$116.05
Application Fee
$250
Registration Fee
$105
Accreditation Renewals
$690
Provide your updated documents online and pay the fee to transfer and renew your status, providing a full three years of accreditation.v
Requirements before renewal:
- 100 CPD Points approved within your CPD timeframe
- Up to date documentation (Eg. ID, Selfie, Insurances, Electrical Licence Number and Expiry Date, Working Safely at Heights certificate)
Additional Attempts
$XXX
Exam Support
$XXX
FAQs Frequently Asked Questions:
Q: What is the Accreditation Exam?
The Accreditation Exam is an online test that checks your knowledge of solar and battery installation standards. The exam is a compulsory part of the accreditation process from 28 June 2025 under the SAA Accreditation Scheme.
Q: What do I need to help me prepare for the exam?
This is an open-book exam, as you will need to refer to the applicable Australian Standards. You may use the internet for reference purposes, and a pen, paper and a calculator to assist with answering the exam questions.
Q: How do I access the Accreditation Exam?
Once your application is approved, we will send you an email with the link to the CPD Hub. Follow the prompts to set up your password and access the CPD Hub. While in the CPD Hub, you can expect to complete the following:
- The Accreditation Agreement (allow about 1 hour for reading and signing)
- The SAA Code of Conduct (allow about 30 minutes for reading and signing)
- The 4777 Essential Learning Module (allow about 1.5 hours to complete – Note: If you have already completed this, it won’t appear.)
- The Accreditation Exam
Q: I can't see the Exam in the CPD Hub
You will need to work through the different activities first and the exam only becomes available after you’ve completed the following required activities:
- The Accreditation Agreement (approx. 1 hour)
- The SAA Code of Conduct (approx. 30 minutes)
- The AS/NZS 4777.1:2024 Essential Learning Module (approx. 1.5 hours – if you’ve already completed this, it won’t appear again)
Not all the activities above will be visible immediately when you log into the CPD Hub—just work through them as they appear. You’ll know you’ve finished everything when you reach and complete the exam.
Q: What happens if I don’t pass on the first attempt?
Applicants have three attempts to pass (80% or above) the exam. After the unsuccessful attempt you will be automatically enrolled into another attempts. You will receive this information in an email and it will be visible in the CPD Hub under your profile.
Q: Why is this exam being introduced?
The exam is replacing the old case study requirement. Completing a case study isn’t always practical for every applicant seeking accreditation. The exam makes the accreditation process faster, fairer, and ensures all installers are ready to work safely and to standard before joining the scheme.
Q: Who can take the exam?
All new applicants who apply from 28 June will be required to pass the Accreditation Exam. The exam option is also offered to provisional accreditation holders who have not yet submitted a case study and would like to expedite their accreditation.
Q: What does the exam test?
The exam checks your understanding of the Australian Standards and practical knowledge for needed for safe and compliant solar and battery installations. You’ll take the exam that matches the type of accreditation you’re applying for:
- GCPV – Grid-Connected PV
- GCBS – Grid-Connected Battery Storage
- SPS – Stand-Alone Power Systems