BioBanking Assessor accreditation

Individuals seeking BioBanking Assessor accreditation must successfully complete a BioBanking Assessor course and have:

  • relevant tertiary qualifications in natural sciences (or equivalent)
  • a minimum of three years experience in flora and/or fauna survey or a minimum of five years experience if no tertiary qualification(s) in natural sciences (or equivalent).

BioBanking Assessor course

OEH has contracted the delivery of the BioBanking Assessors Course to Eco Logical Australia Pty Ltd and TAFE NSW Northern Sydney Institute. Courses are usually held in the Sydney CBD but may be held at other locations where demand exists.

The BioBanking Assessors Course runs for four consecutive days and covers general BioBanking Scheme operations and detailed information about the BioBanking Assessment Methodology and Credit Calculator. The course includes theory and practical exercises, and assessment tasks for those seeking accreditation.

Not all the knowledge and skills required of a BioBanking Assessor will be taught as part of the course. Participants are expected to already have skills in:

  • native plant and weed species identification
  • threatened species survey
  • use of GIS software.

Course participants are required to use PC computers, Microsoft Windows® XP operating system and Microsoft Office® software to complete assessment tasks set during the course.

Please note that completion of the BioBanking Assessors Course does not automatically guarantee accreditation by OEH.

Check dates for future courses or enrol in a course by contacting biobanking@environment.nsw.gov.au

Applying for accreditation

The Arrangements for BioBanking Assessor Accreditation (08650AssessorAccreditation.pdf, 203 KB) provides information on the accreditation process and outlines the conditions required to apply for, and maintain, accreditation. Accreditation is valid for three years and must be renewed after this period.

OEH can provide general advice about an individual’s qualifications and experience, however, only the BioBanking Assessor Accreditation Panel can determine the adequacy of the qualifications and experience for accreditation.

Individuals must apply for accreditation – it does not automatically follow on from attending the course.

Page last updated: 24 May 2011