Become a CERTLOC Certified Locator
Becoming a Certified Locator, involves passing an online theory assessment and practical field assessment, conducted by an industry expert. During the practical assessment a candidate must present appropriate equipment and demonstrate expertise in locating techniques to accepted industry standards.
Certification Fee: $1,295 ex GST
Next Available Practical Assessment
Bendigo April 4
Brisbane April 10
Darwin April 11
Launceston, TAS May 9
Hobart May 12
Townsville May 13
The Certification Process
Self-Assessment
Start with our free Self-Assessment. Here, you will be asked a series of questions about your expertise.
The Self-Assessment will help you understand what areas you will be assessed on during the Theory and Practical Assessment components of the Certified Locator Program. If there are criteria within the Self-Assessment where you are not confident, it is in your interest not to enrol into the program until you have increased your expertise in those areas (or have all required equipment); otherwise, you may find you do not pass the assessments. Contact us if you have any questions.
Once the Self-Assessment has been successfully completed, enrol in the Certified Locator Program and make payment. After successful enrolment, you will receive an email with log-in details, and you can proceed to the Theory Assessment.
Resources
Theory Assessment
Please allow at least 1 hour to complete the Theory Assessment.
The online Theory Assessment contains 70 multiple-choice questions about locating. You need to score at least 96% within two attempts to proceed. If you are successful, you will be contacted by CERTLOC to schedule your practical assessment.
To book a Practical Assessment date, you can email info@certloc.com.au or call
1300 340 017 for scheduling and further information.
Requirements
To undertake the theory assessment please ensure you have a functional webcam and are not using Internet Explorer.
Practical Assessment
The practical assessment will be conducted by an assessor at a selected field location. Once the location date and time have been agreed, if locators don’t proceed with the assessment, cancellation fees may apply (refer to terms and conditions).
If locators successfully complete their Practical Assessment, they will be recognised as a CERTLOC Certified Locator. They will receive a Certificate of Completion, which confirms they have successfully completed the Certified Locator Program.
Sometimes less knowledgeable locators don’t successfully complete the Practical Assessment. We work closely with them so they can undertake a reassessment with the goal of achieving certification (there is a minimum one month waiting period).
