NSW ARB CPD Workshops
Free interactive workshops are delivered either face-to-face or online. Designed to stimulate resource-based discussion and research reflection, they offer practical, ethics-driven strategies to support professional conduct and compliant practice. Each workshop provides Formal CPD through participation in structured activities.
Learning outcomes:
All workshops deliver learning outcomes mapped to Performance Criteria 1 from the 2021 National Standard of Competency for Architects and content cuts across the “Professionalism” Capability, relating to understanding and incorporating relevant legislation and statutory building requirements, regulations, standards and codes in all aspects of the provision of architectural services.
At the end of each workshop, participants will be able to
- Understand professional obligations under the Architects Act 2003 and the NSW Architects Code of Professional Conduct
- Identify systemic risks or challenges within architectural practice by reflecting on real-world case studies
- Make better decisions and develop proactive strategies to improve client relationships and regulatory compliance
- Apply tools and sector-informed resources to improve architectural practice and wellbeing
1.5 Hours Formal CPD
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Wednesday 17 September 2025 4:00 - 6:00 pm |
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A fun, fast-paced and engaging game designed to refresh everyone’s memory of the various provisions of the NSW Architects Code of Professional Conduct.
In traditional Bingo, numbers are randomly drawn and announced, and players compete to match these on a ticket. In ‘Code of Conduct Bingo’, instead of randomly drawing and announcing numbers, players will be taken through a scenario similar to an executive summary in the determination of a complaint against an architect. Competing in small groups, players will identify issues in the scenario that they think could lead to possible breaches of the Code and match these to the relevant clauses of the Code on their ticket. The first team to get a line of 5 possible breaches of the Code and call out ‘Bingo’ is the winner.
This is not your usual regulatory compliance session – it’s code-breaking, one clause at a time.
2 hour face-to-face workshop at the NSW ARB (near Wynyard Station) = 1.5 hours of Formal CPD plus half hour networking over complimentary lunch or afternoon tea (depending on the time of day).
About the presenter:
Dr Kirsten Orr, NSW ARB Registrar & CEO
1 Hour Formal CPD
Drawing on recent research undertaken by the NSW ARB in partnership with the Architects Registration Board of Victoria, this workshop provides guidance on proactive steps by architects to mitigate their exposure to risks and liability. Participants will take a deep dive into 4 key risks, including client-architect relationships and agreements; design and construct (D&C) procurement; compliance with the National Construction Code (NCC); and disruptive change.
1 hour online workshop with breakout rooms and Zoom-based polls and quizzes to support engagement = 1 hour of Formal CPD
About the presenter:
Dr Kirsten Orr, NSW ARB Registrar & CEO and Melissa Hollis, Engagement & Communications Officer
1 Hour Formal CPD
Poor communication and absent or non-compliant agreements are among the leading causes of client dissatisfaction and complaints against architects. This workshop explains how a clear, written agreement with your client can help avoid complaints—and how the NSW Architects Code Professional Conduct sets the baseline of what must be included.
1 hour online workshop with breakout rooms and Zoom-based polls and quizzes to support engagement = 1 hour of Formal CPD
About the presenter:
Jessica Smith, NSW ARB Senior Lawyer | Regulation & Compliance and Melissa Hollis, Engagement & Communications Officer
1 Hour Formal CPD
An introduction to the systemic factors affecting wellbeing in the profession. This workshop draws on research insights from the Wellbeing of Architects research project and draws on the practice-focused Guides to Wellbeing in Architecture Practice published by Parlour. Participants will learn how architects’ wellbeing relates to their professional conduct obligations and duty of care.
1 hour online workshop with breakout rooms and Zoom-based polls and quizzes to support engagement = 1 hour of Formal CPD
About the presenter:
Melissa Hollis, NSW ARB Engagement & Communications Officer
Partner-led Formal CPD
The NSW ARB selectively partners with experts to offer Formal CPD webinars and workshops focussed on professional obligations, conduct, and practice capability.
Learning outcomes:
Partner-led sessions deliver learning outcomes mapped to Performance Criteria from the 2021 National Standard of Competency for Architects and content cuts across the “Professionalism” Capability, relating to understanding and incorporating relevant legislation and statutory building requirements, regulations, standards and codes in all aspects of the provision of architectural services.
At the end of each session, participants will be able to:
- Understand professional obligations under the Architects Act 2003 and the NSW Architects Code of Professional Conduct
- Strengthen documentation and communication to reduce liability risk
- Apply risk management strategies informed by real-life case studies
- Improve professional relationships with clients and stakeholders
CPD Webinars
The NSW Architects Registration Board offers a range of free CPD webinars and workshops on regulatory topics to support NSW architects in maintaining their professional knowledge and skills.
Each webinar typically offers 1 hour of Formal CPD credit.
Find a full list of events here.
CPD bookings are managed via Zoom and listed on this page. Some events may require a free Zoom account, link here for more information.
1 Hour Formal CPD
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Monday 01 September 2025 5:00 - 6:00 pm |
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An essential primer on legislation, professional context, and compliance requirements for registered architects in NSW. This webinar explores your professional responsibilities under the Architects Act 2003 and the NSW Architects Code of Professional Conduct, with a focus on recent disciplinary trends and persistent areas of misunderstanding.
About the presenter:
Dr Kirsten Orr, NSW ARB Registrar & CEO
1 Hour Formal CPD
This webinar takes a deep dive into the NSW Architects Code of Professional Conduct. Case studies from recent anonymised complaints matters explore the consequences when architects fail to meet their professional conduct obligations. An overview is provided of the process followed by the NSW ARB for investigating complaints.
About the presenter:
Dr Kirsten Orr, NSW ARB Registrar & CEO
1 Hour Formal CPD
What are the business obligations for providing architectural services in NSW? This webinar explains the different types of entities that can hold an ABN, identifies when a responsible architect must be nominated, and explores compliance with the Architects Act 2003 (sections 10, 11, 27, 29, 82, 83) and NSW Architects Code of Professional Conduct (clauses 17, 18).
About the presenter:
Dr Kirsten Orr, NSW ARB Registrar & CEO
1 Hour Formal CPD
This webinar clarifies your Continuing Professional Development (CPD) obligations as a NSW architect and explains how to align your learning with the 2021 National Standard of Competency for Architects. Learn how to identify gaps in your skills and knowledge, track your CPD, and report using the My Account portal.
About the presenter:
Melissa Hollis, NSW ARB Engagement & Communications Officer
