Answer: The Australian Institute of Conveyancers (Victorian Division) Inc. formerly referred to as The Victorian Conveyancers' Association (AIC) took the first steps toward introducing industry quality standards with the launch of a certification program for its Members on March 5, 1998. This means that a comprehensive program exists setting industry standards for qualifications and practice for Victorians working in conveyancing management, business, government and for those who are independent Conveyancing Practitioners.

The Institute's CPC program introduced the first form of self-regulation for non-lawyer Conveyancers. This was the first self-regulated program that was set up for Conveyancers in Australia for Conveyancers who are suitably qualified, educated and proficient in their field. The New South Wales Division of the Australian Institute of Conveyancers have now adopted a program along the Victorian CPC Program.

Persons must be a member of the Institute and have gained the status of Certified Practising Conveyancer to be able to use the term 'Certified Practising Conveyancer' or 'CPC'.

The Certified Practising Conveyancer (CPC) program provides Victorian non-lawyer Conveyancers with industry recognition. The CPC program also sets standards for professional training, qualifications and an ongoing professional development program.