ASQA’s Regulatory Framework
ASQA regulates Australia’s vocational education and training (VET) sector through a strong, transparent framework of legislation and standards. This framework - anchored by the National Vocational Education and Training Regulator Act 2011 and the 2025 Standards for RTOs, ensures training providers deliver quality education and assessment that meets national expectations.
Together, these laws and standards support consistent, high‑quality training outcomes, protect students, and strengthen confidence in Australia’s VET system.
ASQA's regulation of Australia's vocational education and training sector is supported by a framework of legislation and standards.
This framework includes the establishing legislation below, as well as:
- VET Quality Framework
- Standards for VET Accredited Courses
- Legislation relating to education services for overseas students (ESOS).
Establishment
ASQA was established on 1 July 2011 through the enactment of the:
- National Vocational Education and Training Regulator Act 2011
- National Vocational Education and Training Regulator (Consequential Amendments) Act 2011
- National Vocational Education and Training Regulator (Transitional Provisions) Act 2011.
On 29 March 2024, amendments were made to the National Vocational Education and Training Regulator Act 2011. For more information see Recent legislative changes.