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The ASQA Update shares strategic news and insights on quality and standards in VET, ASQA’s role, and regulatory approach.

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ASQA Update – February 2026

In this issue we take a look at some of our ongoing and upcoming projects and important developments in the sector.
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ASQA Update – December 2025

This edition includes articles on Smart Regulation, the 2025 Standards, ASQA’s 2025 Annual Report and the VET tip-off line.
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ASQA Update – August 2025

This edition includes articles on 2025 Standards for Registered Training Organisations, 2025-26 Corporate Plan, Regulatory Risk Priorities 2025-26, Regulation Report and Sector Engagement.
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ASQA Update – May 2025

This edition includes articles on our new VET Sector Strategic Forum (VSSF), new revised Standards Workshops and Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).
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ASQA Update – February 2025

This issue includes articles on the draft Practice Guides, preparing for the Revised Standards, and the latest from our Integrity Unit.
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ASQA Update – December 2024

This issue includes articles on the details of our dual mandate, our approach to the Revised Standards, and an update from the Integrity Unit.
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ASQA Update – October 2024

This issue includes articles on the upcoming Revised Standards for RTOs, and a special message from our CEO and DCEO.
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ASQA Update - July 2024

This issue includes articles on the Revised Standards coming into effect in July 2025 and the growing risk posed by non-genuine providers.
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ASQA Update – April 2024

This issue includes articles on our program of integrity work, amendments to the NVETR Act, and early changes to the Standards for RTOs.
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ASQA Update - January 2024

This issue features articles on student welfare and VET quality, changes to requirements for initial registration and our regulatory performance.
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ASQA Update - October 2023

This issue includes articles on the 2022-2023 ASQA Annual Report and the opening of our Tip-Off line.
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ASQA Update - September 2023

This edition includes articles on the publication of our Guide to Working with Consultants, concurrent enrolments, and Fit and Proper Person Requirements
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ASQA Update - August 2023

This issue includes articles on the 2023-24 ASQA Corporate Plan, the Stakeholder Liaison Group Communiqué, and academic integrity in the VET sector.
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ASQA Update - July 2023

This issue includes articles on our new Service Charter and revised Service Standards, our risk priorities, and improving the collection and use of VET data.
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ASQA Update - June 2023

This edition includes articles on the RTO Annual Registration Charge, Written Agreements for overseas students, and working under Supervision.
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ASQA Update - May 2023

This edition includes articles on the 2023 ASQA Provider and Course Owner survey, the top 3 enquires from the Service Delivery team and tips to keep your data safe.
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ASQA Update - April 2023

This edition includes articles on the Annual Declaration on Compliance, the updated asqanet user guide for providers and the launch of ASQA's Innovate Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) 2023-2025.
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ASQA Update - March 2023

This edition includes articles on amendments to our course accreditation forms, RTO and ESOS Obligations Checklists, and the top 3 frequently asked asqanet questions.
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ASQA Update - February 2023

This edition includes articles on the new version of TAE training package and transition extension information, an update on the Revised RTO Standards and the Strategic Review of Online Learning in the VET sector final report.
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ASQA Update - December 2022

This edition includes articles on ASQA presenting at VELG National VET Conference, addressing risk in deliver of VET and ELICOS to international students and an upgrade to the asqanet portal.
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ASQA Update - November 2022

This edition includes articles on the release of the draft Revised RTO Standards for consultation, an update to the national trainng package assurance body and intention to amend VET accredited courses.
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ASQA Update - September 2022

This edition includes articles on the 2022-23 ASQA Corporate Plan, our response to the Jobs and Skills Summit and transition extensions.
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ASQA Update - June 2022

This edition includes articles on new fees and charges apply 1 July 2022, a reminder to complete the 2022 Provider and Course Owner survey, and our new publication: Pathways and Perspectives.
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ASQA Update - May 2022

This edition includes articles on the Advisory Council, continued support for those affected by floods, and a reminder that new fees and charges apply from 1 July 2022.
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ASQA Update - April 2022

This edition includes articles on the announcement of ASQA becoming the national training package assurance body, updates for providers impacted by floods, and sector engagement.
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ASQA Update - March 2022

This edition includes articles on the Annual Declaration on Compliance, checklists for RTO and ESOS providers, and NCVER online learning research.
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ASQA Update - February 2022

This edition includes articles on the temporary changes to student visas, concerns about academic cheating, and mental health aid for VET providers.
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ASQA Update - December 2021

This edition includes articles on provider survey insights, our stakeholder engagement activity, and revising the Standards for RTOs.
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ASQA Update - November 2021

This edition includes articles on strategic review into online learning, ASQA's Annual Report, and the TAE Training Package review.
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ASQA Update - October 2021

This edition includes articles on ASQA's VET in Schools Scoping study, amendments to the ESOS Act, and National Skills Commission consultations.
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ASQA Update - September 2021

This edition includes articles on ASQA's 2021-22 Corporate Plan, how to update delivery locations in asqanet, and tips from the Service Delivery team.
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ASQA Update - August 2021

This edition includes articles on new forms for submitting course accreditation applications, tips from the Service Delivery team, and insights from ASQA's data centre.
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ASQA Update - July 2021

This edition includes articles on our what is trending on he Info Line, the Student Experience Survey, and feedback regarding the Annual Declaration on Compliance.
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ASQA Update - June 2021

This edition includes articles on our latest webinar, the quality indicators annul summary, and information about online learning beyond PDFs and Zoom.
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ASQA Update - May 2021

This edition includes articles on our Regulatory Risk Framework, and the extension to relief on regulatory fees and charges for providers due to COVID-19.
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ASQA Update - April 2021

This edition includes articles on the Stakeholder Liaison Group (SLG), an overview of our regulatory approach, and a view into our Provider Roundtable.
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ASQA Update - March 2021

This edition includes articles on delivering on our reforms to regulatory culture and practice, the strategic review of online learning survey, and changes to the publication of regulatory decision information.
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ASQA Update - February 2021

This edition includes articles on important governance changes, the ANAO performance audit and introducing our brand refresh.
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ASQA Update - December 2020

This edition includes articles on our Compliance Policy, the strategic review of online learning, and feedback on the self-assurance consultation paper.
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ASQA Update - November 2020

This edition includes articles on significant training package updates: HLT and BSB, infection control amendments, and transition extensions.
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ASQA Update - October 2020

This edition includes articles on the AISC Emergency Response Sub-Committee endorsing three new skill sets, updated guidance on contesting an ASQA decision, and change to audit practice webinar.
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ASQA Update - September 2020

This edition includes articles on the 2020-22 Regulatory Strategy, the 2020-21 Corporate Plan, and transition extensions.
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ASQA Update - August 2020

This edition includes articles on Working Together for Better Regulation update, transition extensions, and an upcoming webinar.
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ASQA Update - July 2020

This edition includes articles on the ASQA Stakeholder Liaison Group (SLG) and new resources for legislative changes, CRICOS guidance and resumption planning.
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ASQA Update - June 2020

This edition includes articles on resources for providers, quality indicator data, and new training skill sets for infection control.
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ASQA Update - April 2020

This edition includes articles on deadline extensions due to COVID-19, new guidance on first aid training, and the Government announcement of financial relief for the sector.
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ASQA Update - March 2020

This edition includes articles on the launch of our understanding assessment and audits videos, welcoming the proposed new governance structure, and the provider toolkit becoming available.
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ASQA Update - January 2020

This edition includes articles on 5 things RTOs need to know in 2020, Coronavirus advice for RTOs, and our new website.
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ASQA Update - December 2019

This edition includes articles on how to prepare for your annual data submission requirements in 2020, the new asqanet release and ASQA's operating hours over the holidays.
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ASQA Update - November 2019

This edition includes articles on the 2018-19 ASQA annual report, updates to third-party arrangements, and a new educative resources and events section.
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ASQA Update - October 2019

This edition includes articles on updates to asqanet, extended transition dates for existing third-party arrangements and changes to the Financial Viability Risk Assessment tool.
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ASQA Update - September 2019

This edition includes articles on our strategic review into international education has been published, our regulatory strategy for 2019-21, and new guidance on third-party arrangements for the delivery of training and assessment.
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ASQA Update - June 2019

This edition includes articles on a new Training Provider Briefing announced for Port Macquarie, two impending RTO deadlines, and 5 things RTOs should know about copyright.
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