This regulation aims to regulate the development of procedures, standards, conditions, and requirements on which the National Center for Water Efficiency and Conservation relies in the accreditation of training programs in the field of water efficiency and conservation (not ending with a qualification) provided by centers and institutes licensed by the competent entities in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The accreditation of training programs in the field of water efficiency and conservation ensures the quality of the programs provided, that they are based on sound scientific and training foundations, and that their outputs achieve the aspirations of the center and its future vision. This regulation also allows centers and institutes to apply for accreditation based on the rules, standards, and requirements adopted by the center.
Article 1
The words and phrases mentioned in this regulation have the meanings assigned to each of them and the singular includes the plural, unless the context requires otherwise:
Center:
The National Center for Water Efficiency and Conservation.
Regulation:
The Regulation for the Accreditation of Training Programs in the Field of Water Efficiency and Conservation (not Ending with A Qualification).
Accreditation committee:
A competent committee established by a decision of the chief executive officer of the center that determines its tasks and mandates, and it shall review and audit applications and recommend decisions in accordance with the provisions of the regulation.
Training entity:
Institutions, centers, and institutes licensed by the entities concerned to provide training programs (not ending with a qualification) in the field of water efficiency and conservation, and wishing to obtain accreditation.
Training program:
A training program in the field of water efficiency and conservation that does not end with a qualification accredited by the center after the program meets all the criteria and requirements for accreditation.
Accreditation:
Approval of the training entity to implement and provide training programs in the field of water efficiency and conservation after the requirements for accreditation have been met.
Assessment visit team:
A team formed by the center to visit the training entity to ensure that the requirements for accreditation are met.
Article 2
The provisions of this regulation apply to all training entities licensed by the competent entities and wishing to provide and implement training programs in the field of water efficiency and conservation (not ending with a qualification) approved by the center.
Article 3
The center is the entity concerned with the accreditation of training courses and programs in the field of water efficiency and conservation (not ending with a qualification) after ensuring that all the requirements specified by the regulation and its executive rules or the guidance manual are met.
Article 4
Training programs in the field of water efficiency and conservation consist of several tracks as follows:
1․ The track of the training program for water auditing in urban establishments.
2․ The track of the training program for water auditing in agricultural establishments.
3․ The track of the training program for water auditing in industrial establishments.
4․ The track of the training program for the designer and contractor of water efficiency and conservation solutions in urban establishments.
5․ The track of the training program for the designer and contractor of water efficiency and conservation solutions in agricultural establishments.
6․ The track of the training program for water auditing in transmission and distribution networks.
Article 5
A training entity shall submit an application for accreditation to the center, provided that it meets the following requirements:
1․ Licenses from the concerned entities according to the mandates.
2․ A detailed description of the scope, content, objectives, and learning outcomes of the training program.
3․ A description of the assessment tools and strategies for learning outcomes.
4․ A feasibility study or evidence of the need of the labor market for the training program.
5․ A list of all the conditions and requirements for enrollment that must be met by those wishing to join the training program.
6․ A description of the nature of the jobs that graduates are expected to join upon passing the training program.
7․ A methodology for developing the training program.
8․ Determining the number of targeted programs during the year.
9․ Scheduling the dates and periods of implementation of the programs.
10․ The form of certificates that will be granted to trainees after passing the training programs, provided that they include the following data:
– Entity logo.
– Accreditation logo.
– Program name.
– Completed hours.
11․ Date of provision of the training program and the date of issuance of the certificate.
12․ Data specified by the center.
13․ A list of training facilities and specialized resources as deemed appropriate by the center, including but not limited to publications, training devices, identification of electronic platforms for remotely implemented programs, etc.
14․ The commitment of the training entity to have trainers who have a bachelor’s degree as a minimum and sufficient expertise in the same field, as the center approves for each training content.
15․ Evidence of the existence of monitoring, evaluation, and complaints procedures for training programs.
16․ Designating and specifying the names of the cities in which the programs are to be implemented.
17․ The commitment of the training entity to provide an electronic system for the courses and the data of the trainees and their results so that they can be linked and integrated with them through the electronic platform of the center.
18․ Self-assessment form for the training program.
Article 6
The representative of the training entity signing the accreditation application must be legally authorized to sign and bear all the responsibilities and duties resulting from the accreditation in accordance with the relevant regulations, executive rules, policies, procedures, decisions, and instructions issued by the center.
Article 7
The accreditation committee of the center shall review and audit the accreditation applications, and it may request the training entity to complete the deficiencies or provide it with the necessary documents and data to complete the audit through the means of communication indicated in the application within a period specified by the center.
Article 8
A training entity applying for accreditation shall complete the deficiencies and provide the center with the necessary documents and data within the period specified in the notification by the center, or else it has the right to consider the application null and void.
Article 9
Upon completion of the application audit, the training program must be evaluated by the assessment team formed by the center to visit the training entity to ensure that the accreditation criteria are met.
Article 10
The assessment team of the center shall visit the training entity to ensure that it meets the requirements mentioned in this regulation. The team has the right to meet with any of the employees of the training entity when needed and to review the required documents and records.
Article 11
A training entity obtains accreditation after fulfilling the requirements set out in this regulation. It shall start implementing the training programs approved by the center or accept trainees in these programs except after obtaining the necessary accreditation.
Article 12
Based on the recommendation of the accreditation committee, the chief executive officer of the center shall issue:
1․ The accreditation decision for the training program of the training entity that has met the legal requirements for accreditation.
2․ The warning decision for the training entity when there is a violation of the accreditation requirements for the training program, without this violation leading to the disruption of the training process, and it must be corrected within a period not exceeding 30 days from the date of issuance of the decision, while allowing the training entity to continue operating during the warning period in the training process unless the center decides otherwise.
3․ The decision to suspend the accreditation of the training program for the training entity when the defect is not addressed during the warning period or when there is a defect that leads to the disruption of the training process, and it must be corrected within a period not exceeding 15 days from the date of issuance of the decision. The training entity may continue the training process during that period unless the center decides otherwise, and the training entity is not entitled to accept new trainees until the suspension decision is lifted.
4․ The decision to cancel the accreditation of the training program of the training entity when the defect is not addressed during the warning or suspension period or when there is a defect that leads to the disruption of the training process.
Article 13
The period of validity of the accreditation decision issued by the center to provide and implement training programs in the field of water efficiency and conservation is three years only, or as the center deems appropriate.
Article 14
After obtaining accreditation, the training entity shall comply with the following:
1․ Carrying out its work in accordance with the provisions of the regulation and its executive rules or the guidance manual and the amendments to it, and the circulars and instructions issued in this regard, as well as the relevant laws and regulations.
2․ Fulfilling all accreditation requirements during the period of validity of the accreditation mentioned in article 5 of this regulation.
3․ Complying with the description and scope of the training program.
4․ Answering the inquiries and observations of the center within the time period specified by the center.
5․ Preparing a report detailing its work, at the request of the center and in accordance with the approved form, provided that the request is responded to within a period not exceeding ten working days. The training entity is responsible for the validity and accuracy of the data contained in it.
6․ Providing channels that allow the beneficiaries of training programs in the field of water efficiency and conservation to submit their observations and complaints related to the quality of the service provided. The training entity shall provide the beneficiaries with the number and date of each complaint and work to address it within 15 working days from the date of its submission.
7․ Enabling the assessment team specified by the center to visit the entity and review the training program.
8․ Stopping the implementation of the training program upon the cancellation or expiry of the accreditation, with the obligation to complete the implementation of all obligations that arose during its validity and that have not been completed.
9․ Maintaining the confidentiality of the information of the center and the trainees and any documents at its disposal or accessed by it in order to implement the programs, and not to use them except within the limits of the purposes for which they were submitted.
Article 15
In order to supervise the training entity and follow up on its work, the center may take the following measures:
1․ Carrying out all that is necessary to verify the validity of the data submitted and the reports prepared by the training entity.
2․ Requesting any documents related to the training entity and its work during the period of validity of the accreditation.
3․ Coordinating and following up with the relevant entities.
4․ Carrying out the supervisory role to ensure the implementation of the provisions of this regulation.
Article 16
In the event that the training entity wishes to renew the accreditation, it shall submit the renewal application before the expiry of the accreditation for a period not less than 90 days from the date specified for the expiry of the accreditation period. The center may accept the application based on the following:
1․ The integrity of the reports submitted by the training entity during the period of validity of the accreditation.
2․ The compliance by the training entity with all the requirements and conditions of accreditation.
3․ That the training entity did not commit a violation that required the suspension of the accreditation during the year preceding the submission of the application.
4․ That the supervisory visits are free from violations or observations that prevent the renewal of accreditation.
5․ A detailed statement of the approved training programs completed and the integrity of their implementation.
Article 17
In the event that the training entity violates any of the provisions of this regulation, the center has the right to take the necessary legal measures, such as warning, suspension, or cancellation of accreditation.
Article 18
The decision to cancel the accreditation is effective from the date specified in the decision, and the training entity shall bear the sole responsibility and legal, financial, and administrative consequences towards the trainees or others. The training entity is entitled to submit a new application for accreditation after the lapse of one year from the date of issuance of the decision to cancel the accreditation.
Article 19
After obtaining accreditation, the training entity shall not subcontract with another entity to provide or modify the training program except after obtaining the prior written approval of the center.
Article 20
In the event that there is an impediment or force majeure affecting its ability to continue to provide and implement the training programs in which it has obtained the accreditation of the center, the training entity shall inform the center in writing within a period not exceeding five working days from the date of the occurrence of the situation to take the necessary measures in accordance with the provisions of this regulation and its executive rules or the guidance manual.
Article 21
The center may establish communication channels through which reports are received on the practices of the accredited and non-accredited training entities for the provisions of this regulation and its executive rules or the guidance manual.
Article 22
Subject to the provisions of the relevant laws and regulations, the center may, when monitoring any violation of the provisions of this regulation, its executive rules, or the guidance manual, coordinate with the competent entities to take the necessary legal measures against the training entity from which the violation is committed.
Article 23
The center may issue executive rules or a guidance manual explaining the provisions of this regulation or issue controls, procedures, or policies to regulate work procedures in accordance with its provisions.
Article 24
This regulation applies and comes into force from the date of its publication after approval.
Issued on: 12 Jumada Al-Awwal 1447
Corresponding to: 3 November 2025
Published in Umm Al-Qura 5144 issued on 13 February 2026.