A new regulation gazetted on 10 July 2026 gives certain training providers a real cost saving when applying for skills training accreditation.

The National Skills Development (Waiver of Fee to Registered Training Provider) Regulations 2026, published as P.U. (A) 253, comes into operation on 15 July 2026.

Under this regulation, a training provider that is registered under section 31C of the Occupational Safety and Health Act 1994 will no longer need to pay the fee prescribed under items 1(c)(i) and (ii) of the First Schedule to the National Skills Development (Fees and Charges) Regulations 2016.

This waiver applies specifically to applications for skills training accreditation. It is not a permanent waiver. It only applies to applications made within a fixed three year window, from 15 July 2026 to 14 July 2029.

If your business operates as a registered training provider under the Occupational Safety and Health Act, or is planning to apply for skills training accreditation soon, this is a good time to check whether your application falls within the waiver period, so you do not miss out on the cost saving.

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