# Saaustralia — Wrapped API

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> Search for solar installer accreditation status and details in Australia by name or installer number, and stay updated with the latest industry news, CPD training courses, and available accreditation categories. Verify installer credentials and professional development opportunities to make informed decisions about solar installation services.

**Category:** Government & Public Data | **Website:** [saaustralia.com.au/](https://saaustralia.com.au/) | **Docs:** [parse.bot/marketplace/ff312ba9-b04e-43e7-bc5a-12b57efd5dbe/saaustralia-com-au-api](https://parse.bot/marketplace/ff312ba9-b04e-43e7-bc5a-12b57efd5dbe/saaustralia-com-au-api)

Pay-per-use API proxy. Each call is automatically billed to your wallet in USDC.

## Access

**Base URL:** `https://api.paywithlocus.com/api/wrapped/parse-saaustralia-com-au-api-ff312ba9/`
**Auth:** `Authorization: Bearer <LOCUS_API_KEY>`

## Endpoints

### get_accreditation_categories

Get the list of SAA accreditation categories and their codes. Returns all four categories: GCPV (Grid-Connected Photovoltaic Systems), GCBS (Grid-Connected Battery Systems), SPS (Stand-Alone Power Systems), and SHW (Solar Hot Water Systems). This is static reference data.

**Estimated cost:** Metered

_No parameters required._

```bash
curl -X POST https://api.paywithlocus.com/api/wrapped/parse-saaustralia-com-au-api-ff312ba9/get_accreditation_categories \
  -H "Authorization: Bearer YOUR_LOCUS_API_KEY" \
  -H "Content-Type: application/json" \
  -d '{}'
```

### get_cpd_courses

List available Continuing Professional Development (CPD) courses for accredited installers. Returns course code, title, duration, CPD points, location, cost, provider name, and registration link.

**Estimated cost:** Metered

_No parameters required._

```bash
curl -X POST https://api.paywithlocus.com/api/wrapped/parse-saaustralia-com-au-api-ff312ba9/get_cpd_courses \
  -H "Authorization: Bearer YOUR_LOCUS_API_KEY" \
  -H "Content-Type: application/json" \
  -d '{}'
```

### get_news_and_events

Retrieve the latest news articles and events published by Solar Accreditation Australia. Returns titles, publication dates, and links. Results are ordered newest first.

**Estimated cost:** Metered

_No parameters required._

```bash
curl -X POST https://api.paywithlocus.com/api/wrapped/parse-saaustralia-com-au-api-ff312ba9/get_news_and_events \
  -H "Authorization: Bearer YOUR_LOCUS_API_KEY" \
  -H "Content-Type: application/json" \
  -d '{}'
```

### search_installer_by_name

Search for accredited solar/battery installers by first and last name. Returns accreditation status, expiry date, accreditation categories held, and endorsements. Also matches middle names. Accreditation numbers are partially masked (last 3 characters replaced with ***).

**Estimated cost:** Metered

| Field | Type | Required | Description |
|-------|------|----------|-------------|
| `first_name` | string | Yes | Installer's first name |
| `last_name` | string | Yes | Installer's last name |

```bash
curl -X POST https://api.paywithlocus.com/api/wrapped/parse-saaustralia-com-au-api-ff312ba9/search_installer_by_name \
  -H "Authorization: Bearer YOUR_LOCUS_API_KEY" \
  -H "Content-Type: application/json" \
  -d '{"first_name":"<string>","last_name":"<string>"}'
```