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Why keep in touch with what is happening in the VET sector

By Sukh Sandhu

Posted Jun 27, 2019

Information is power. The more you read, the more you understand the world around you. The VET world is evolving at a lightning speed and is changing the way we all used to do things. Continuous learning in the VET sector is a must. Why...

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Internal audits and why they are important (Part 1 of 5)

By Sukh Sandhu

Posted Jun 27, 2019

This is our first article in the series regarding “Internal audits”. Our main intention is to provide you with the required knowledge and skills, and equip you with the necessary resources to ensure you can audit your organisation against quality frameworks and standards effectively and...

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Assessment issues that may impact your RTO audit (Part 2)

By Sukh Sandhu

Posted Jun 27, 2019

This is Part 2 continuing from the previous newsletter. As discussed in Part 1 of this article, there are a number of assessment-related issues that may affect your audit outcome. You should ensure your assessment resources, therefore, meet the following criteria: The context and conditions of assessment....

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Getting to know the VET

By Sukh Sandhu

Posted Jun 27, 2019

VET information at your fingertips NCVER’s VET Knowledge Bank is a key source of reference information about Australia’s VET system. Did you know the VET sector is the largest education sector in Australia? Like most countries, Australia’s VET system is complex and ever-changing. Getting to know VET aims to...

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VET Industry News 10-Oct-2018

By Sukh Sandhu

Posted Jun 27, 2019

ASQA Welcomes Convictions for Dodgy Training Providers The national VET regulator has welcomed the conviction of four people who falsified documents. For more Information: visit this link. Updates to the BSB Training Package Updates to the BSB Training Package were released last week and Release 3.0 is...

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VET Industry News 11-Sep-2018

By Sukh Sandhu

Posted Nov 15, 2018

New course accreditation application lodgement fee On 6 July 2018, ASQA introduced an application lodgement fee of $500 for all initial and renewal applications submitted for course accreditation by ASQA. At time of lodgement, a completeness check of the application will be conducted to review:...

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Assessment issues that may impact your RTO audit (Part 1)

By Sukh Sandhu

Posted Sep 10, 2018

It is important to look into ASQAs 2017 report that shows: Around 72% of RTOs FAIL audit on Assessment Approximately 50% of those FAIL to be able to rectify their assessment tools on resubmission under the OLD audit mode According to the new audit...

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Different phases of assessment and learner validation processes (Part 1)

By Sukh Sandhu

Posted Sep 10, 2018

In this article, we will discuss different phases of validation processes that you should be following in your RTO to ensure you meet regulatory requirements and industry expectations. Validation of RTO assessment resources You must validate all your assessment resources to ensure they meet the...

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How does quality assurance differ from compliance (Part 3)

By Sukh Sandhu

Posted Sep 10, 2018

In this third and final part of our “compliance and quality assurance,” articles, we are continuing to discuss compliance and quality assurance requirements, standards, expectations and the differences between them. How does quality assurance differ from compliance? It can be overwhelming trying to keep track...

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Reasonable adjustment in summative assessments

By Sukh Sandhu

Posted Sep 10, 2018

The concept of ‘reasonable adjustment’ is important and must be considered. This means that the summative assessment process may be modified so that individual participants are not disadvantaged. For example, a learner with a disability, or with issues relating to language, literacy or numeracy may...

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ASQA News 14-Aug-2018

By Sukh Sandhu

Posted Nov 15, 2018

ASQA given additional powers to seek civil penalties and issue infringement notices On 12 July 2018, the Governor-General, Sir Peter Cosgrove AK MC made the National Vocational Education and Training Regulator Amendment (Enforcement and Other Measures) Regulations 2018 (NVR Regulation Amendment 2018). The NVR Regulation Amendment 2018...

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My Role as Your Trainer (Infographic)

By Sukh Sandhu

Posted Nov 15, 2018

Trainers don’t just train. They listen, they learn, they plan, they adapt, they help, they soothe, they challenge and they tolerate. Students expect all this, and often more besides. But, for a Trainer to be effective at training, they must be very clear about what is...

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ASQA News 12-Jul-2018

By Sukh Sandhu

Posted Nov 15, 2018

Definition of Enterprise RTOs updated ASQA has recently updated their guide for the Application of Initial Registration with changes taking effect as of the 1st of July, 2018. You can find this and download for your own reference here:https://www.asqa.gov.au/sites/g/files/net3521/f/application_guide_-_application_for_initial_registration.pdf?v=1525230496 Once of the changes noted,...

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The Difference Between Compliance And Quality Assurance in the RTO space

By Sukh Sandhu

Posted Nov 15, 2018

When you plan to run a registered training organisation (RTO), you may find it difficult to know: the complete regulatory framework and environment your legal obligations and everything else required to run a successful, compliant Registered Training Organisation. Take compliance and quality assurance, for example,...

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Reporting obligations for Registered Training Organisations

By Sukh Sandhu

Posted Nov 15, 2018

Under the Standards for Registered Training Organisations 2015, all RTOs are obliged to provide accurate and complete data. All ASQA-registered training organisations RTO must meet mandatory annual data submission requirements, including: Submitting the annual declaration on compliance to ASQA Submitting total VET activity (TVA) data,...

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VET Industry News 8-Jun-2018

By Sukh Sandhu

Posted Nov 15, 2018

ASQA is increasing scrutiny on new applications for registration from 1 July 2018. Vocational education and training (VET) and the education of overseas students make a significant contribution to Australia’s economy. More than four million people undertake VET qualifications in Australia each year and the...

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Some tips on how to prepare for a meeting with the regulatory body

By Sukh Sandhu

Posted Nov 15, 2018

How to prepare for an audit or any other meeting with ASQA or their representatives. Collect audit reports, facts and related information: Always collect as much information as possible and discuss your information with an experienced compliance consultant prior to your meeting. Review prior...

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Record breaking number of overseas students are selecting Australia as their education destination

By Sukh Sandhu

Posted Nov 15, 2018

Figures released recently showed a 12% increase in the number of foreign students in Australia compared to the same period last year, more than 500,000 for the year, according to new government figures. Education Minister Simon Birmingham said Australia has taken in some 510,000 international...

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Time to submit your "Quality Indicator data" to ASQA

By Sukh Sandhu

Posted Oct 11, 2018

What are the "Quality Indicators"? RTOs are required to collect and report their performance against the following quality indicators: Learner engagement Employer satisfaction Learner engagement This quality indicator focuses on the extent to which learners engage in activities that are likely to promote...

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Contextualising assessment resources (Part 2)

By Sukh Sandhu

Posted Oct 10, 2018

Contextualisation of training packages, accredited curricula and learning resources can be achieved without compromising the Standards for Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) 2015. Contextualisation is the addition of industry-specific information to tailor the Standards for Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) 2015 to reflect the immediate operating context...

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