The assessment of skills competence under the NSRS is conducted through a network of approved assessment centres (AAC). Located largely in companies and training centres, these centres conduct assessment according to the specifications prescribed in the skills standard document, which provides for an Assessment Plan.

Companies wishing to assess their staff can send them for assessment to any AAC or apply for their staff to be assessed at their premises. The conduct of assessments by AACs is monitored by a team of independent Supervising Assessors.

There are no academic or training entry requirements for assessments. Anyone can take the assessment at the AAC.

The assessment fees are set by the AAC. They vary according to the complexity of the skills assessed. Fees generally range from $50 to $150.