Assisted Reproductive Technology Standards
We are helping to reform assisted reproductive technology (ART) services to be safer and more transparent in Australia.
New ART standards and accreditation scheme
The Commission has been asked to develop an independent national accreditation scheme for ART services against updated National Safety and Quality Standards.
This project began in April 2026 and indicative timeframes are:
- draft standards available for piloting from January 2027
- all ART providers transitioned to the new scheme by December 2028
We will publish updates and consultation opportunities when available.
Contact our project team if you are interested in learning more about this work.
Reform in the ART sector
ART services, including IVF and egg freezing, are important and life-changing procedures. ART services have grown in complexity and evolved over time, prompting greater consideration for the safety and quality of these services.
In June 2025 a rapid review of ART regulation and accreditation was completed following concerns in the sector. In September 2025 Health Ministers announced reform for the ART sector with an aim to:
- improve patient safety and quality of care
- strengthen regulation and oversight
- support informed consent and transparency
- provide clearer and more consistent services