Regulatory updates

In March 2020, TEQSA and ASQA announced flexibility in regulatory arrangements regarding educational services for international higher and vocational students studying either in Australia or offshore.

When you apply to become an RTO, and under certain conditions, ASQA requires you to demonstrate financial viability by submitting the Financial viability risk assess

A new legislative instrument will replace the existing data provision requirements from 1 March 2021.

Over the next 12 months, legislative changes will come into effect to support recent amendments to the NVR Act.

New governance arrangements to support ASQA’s continued evolution as a best practice regulator were passed by the Australian Parliament on 24 August 2020 and will come into effect following assent and proclamation.

Over the next 12 months, changes to legislation will come into effect to support recent amendments to the NVR Act.

As you are likely aware, the National Vocational Education and Training Regulator Amendment Act 2020 comes into effect on 1 July 2020.

The revised National Code seeks to uphold Australia's international reputation for providing high-quality education and training services.

New standards for English Language Intensive Courses for Overseas Students (ELICOS) have been developed by the Australian Government Department of Education and Training.

The updated National Code of Practice for Providers of Education and Training to Overseas Students 2017 came into effect on 10 April 2017.