Why should you become an SCA (WA) member?
In a largely unregulated sector, SCA offers Strata Professionals a self-regulation model that aims to raise professional standards and build trust across the industry.
SCA (WA) is the only organisation in Western Australia holding Strata Professionals to a set standard that requires them to
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Adhere to a National Code of Conduct in relations to their operations.
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Provide evidence of their compliance with the requirements of the Strata Titles Act (1985) and the Strata Titles (General) Regulations 2019 each year to be able to continue as a member of the association.
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Achieve Strata Management Practice Standard (SMPS) certification by July 2026.
It is these requirements that provides owners confidence when choosing an SCA (WA) member to manage their strata property.
Education, Expertise and Experience
The SCA Accreditation Program is an individual based process which provides strata professionals recognition of achieving the necessary education, experience and expertise for a career in strata.
The Accreditation Program identifies members who have:
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Completed the SCA foundation strata management course
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Certificate IV in Strata Community Management
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Years of experience in the strata sector
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ongoing commitment to education and training
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Volunteering and giving back to the strata community.
The levels of accreditation are:
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Becoming an accredited strata manager allows a deeper understanding of this specialised industry and equips managers with best practices for various scenarios, boosting professionalism across the sector. As a result, current and potential clients will have confidence in their strata manager knowing they are committed to continued education and professional development.
Strata Management Practice Standard (SMPS) Certification
Strata Management Practice Standard (SMPS) is an opportunity for member businesses to further promote their professional standing in the strata management sector.
SMPS Certification identifies strata management businesses who:
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Maintain documented processes
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Staff have met education standards and attend regular continuing professional development
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The processes, contracts and documentation are audited on a biennial basis to ensure practices reflect the policies, and activities are in accordance with requirements.
By July 2026 all SCA (WA) members will need to achieve SMPS certification to continue their membership with the Association.
