Programme Fees
Application Fee
A non-refundable application fee of $200.00 excl GST needs to be paid when you submit your application as either a certifier or auditor. If you would like to apply for both certifier and auditor appointment the total application fee is $300.00 plus GST, (please note this in your application)
Programme and Training Fee
Once your application has been accepted and approved, the programme and training fee will apply. A member of the appointment process team will contact you to confirm when the payment is due by, and payment must be received in full in order to progress through the training, practical assessment and appointment process.
Certifier: $2400 excl GST
Auditor: $700 excl GST
Both (Certifier and auditor): $3000 excl GST
N.B. There may be additional regional council training costs that will be added to your fees (where applicable).
Annual Programme Fees
As part of operating the appointment process, certifiers and auditors pay an annual fee which covers the cost of the following:
Situations where regional councils seek to discontinue a certifier or an auditor in their region
Provision of ongoing professional development for certifiers and auditors
Quality assurance through reviews of certified freshwater farm plans and audits.
Certifiers: $1200 excl GST
Auditors: $900 excl GST
Payment
You will have the option to pay your invoices either online, by direct credit, or credit card. The payment options are outlined fully in the invoices which will be emailed to you.
Refunds for Partial Training
If for any reason you opt to exit the appointment process early, you may be entitled to a partial refund of fees calculated on a pro-rata basis.
Reduced Fees
Reduced fees will apply for those undertaking both the FW FP certifier and auditor programme. These details will be updated soon.
Retake Fees
If for any reason you fail your national training, regional training or practical assessment, you will be offered the opportunity to retake at an additional lower cost.