The hours and levels of experience required across the Mandatory Elements of Prescribed Competencies (sections 3.1.6 and 3.1.7 of NCSA 01/GC and section 5.2 of NCSA 01/LG) are as follows:
Minimum of 40 hours of experience in each of the seven mandatory elements of competency - Elements 2.1.2, 2.1.4, 3.1.2, 3.1.4, 3.2.3, 3.2.5, and 3.3.1.
Minimum total of 120 hours of experience at Executive level across at least three of the mandatory elements of competency
No more than 160 hours of experience at Observer level in each of Elements 3.2.3 and 3.3.1. These are the only two Mandatory Elements in which Observer experience is accepted.
Frequency of examination periods
The Board conducts 2 examination sessions, in March-May and July-October.
The Board holds a free briefing seminar each year to provide information about the examination process, requirements and fees. Attendance to this seminar is not compulsory before an application for Part 1 & 2 can be lodged. To book a seat for the briefing seminar contact the Board's office or email mail@architects.nsw.gov.au.
