“Reach high, for stars lie hidden in your soul. Dream deep, for every dream precedes the goal." Pamela Vaull Starr
What's new?
VUMI - You may recall an earlier article in "What's new?" about VUMI a great tool for students to manage their education and training achievements and work history through creating their very own e-Portfolio. Well, I now have my own e-Portfolio which you can view by clicking on this link. It is great for RPL but I would suggest that it could be used for marketing your RTO also! Phone or email me if you would like to know more.
The Department of Education and Training (DET) has agreed in principle to join the Australian Skills Quality Authority (ASQA) and it is expected that this process will be on its way to completion by 30 June 2012.
Currently the VET Quality Framework ONLY applies to RTOs regulated by ASQA (currently all New South Wales, Australian Capital Territory, Northern Territory and some from Victoria and Western Australia).
All RTOs in Queensland, South Australia and Tasmania as well as RTOs in Western Australia and Victoria that only operate within their state and that are not registered on CRICOS are still required to comply with the existing framework, consisting of:
Registration
- Australian Qualifications Framework.
The ASQA website is comprehensive and quite easy to navigate. Now is the time to be reading up on the VET Quality Framework for transition of your RTO (if currently registered only in QLD, SA and Tasmania) in the coming months. More information on transition dates etc can be found at http://www.asqa.gov.au/about-asqa/asqas-jurisdiction/transition-arrangements.html
The www.training.gov.au website is also a breath of fresh air……you can download unit of competency information in Microsoft Word and also subscribe to notifications of changes to the training packages that you deliver. Lots more so worth a peek
Check out the National Skills Standards Council (NSSC) website also at http://www.nssc.tvetaustralia.com.au/home. This body has taken over some of the functions of the former National Quality Council (NQC). I have been watching out for the NQC recommended changes to trainer/assessor requirements through subscription to NSSC newsletters.
If you after some training in VET for your new staff let Ignite VET Knowledge help you out…… http://igniteps.com.au/index.php/vet-knowledge
The National Resource Library offers a great range of Assessment materials – such as learner guides, and trainer and assessor resources. Their resources range from Business Services, Training and assessment, IC technologies, Financial services, Health Services through to Tourism and hospitality, and Cultural Industries. Click on the link to have a look.
RTO Managers, this is a wonderful tool for your students to manage their education and training achievements and work history.
VUMI is a multimedia rich, web-based ePortfolio tool that can be accessed by the user anywhere, anytime.
Use VUMI to create a showcase of work, a resume, an assessment piece, presentations, a repository of lifelong learning and much more.
Include text, electronic files, images, photos, hyperlinks, audio and video.
Free trial version. Full version by annual subscription.
Click on the link below for more information....
- this guide includes tools which may be used by RTOs, enterprises and industry groups seeking to establish or maintain effective partnerships in the delivery and assessment of training at the workplace. The partnership guide can be located at http://www.nqc.tvetaustralia.com.au/__data/assets/word_doc/0011/55001/Working_in_Partnership_Guide_2010.doc
- model for assessment fact sheets that might be used within the VET sector to provide information on key assessment themes. The model for assessment fact sheets has been designed to provide a brief overview of assessment issues in the form of a three step ‘how to’ guide, to be used by assessors working in a range of contexts in the VET sector as support materials, with the template designed for use by developers wishing to develop additional assessment fact sheets. For example, RTOs, teacher/trainer and assessor networks and other developers may develop assessment fact sheets specific to their own needs to support assessment practices. Further information can be found at http://www.nqc.tvetaustralia.com.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0006/54996/Assessment_Fact_Sheets_-_Guide.pdf
Developing a Business Plan
One of the new requirements of RTOs is to be able to provide on request by their State Training Authority, information about the viability of their business. I have researched and found a website that helps you develop a business plan. Its the Small Business NSW website. Click on the link to create your business plan today.
AQTF Essential Conditions and Standards for Initial (Continuing) Registration
As of tomorrow the 1st July 2010, these revised conditions and standards take effect. Please see the Articles section for a summary of what they mean to RTOs.
There are some new publications to add to the list in the Articles section and they are as follows:
- National Templates
- AQTF Essential Conditions and Standards for Initial Registration - Self Assessment Checklist for Applicants
- AQTF Essential Conditions and Standards for Initial Registration - Audit Report (Standards)
- AQTF Essential Conditions and Standards for Initial Registration - Audit Report (Conditions of Registration)
- AQTF Essential Conditions and Standards for Continuing Registration - Audit Report (Standards)
- AQTF Essential Conditions and Standards for Continuing Registration - Audit Report (Conditions of Registration)
You will find these at training.com.au.
I have aligned my internal audit checklist with the revised conditions and standards to assist RTOs in meeting compliance requirements. Contact me on 0400 219 240 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it to discuss your needs.
