Training and assessment

ASQA acknowledges the approval of new skill sets on infection control to upskill workers and manage risks arising from the COVID-19 pandemic.

ASQA has launched the second of its videos made in collaboration with the vocational education and training sector to explain common regulatory questions.

ASQA has two important notices for all RTOs delivering or planning to deliver HLTAID003 Provide First Aid or other first aid–related units.

The requirement for trainers and assessors to hold updated qualifications will now come into effect on 1 July 2019.

ASQA has recently noted some providers are not meeting the requirement to ensure students have completed necessary prerequisites.

ASQA has recently approved an extended transition period for HLT41412 Certificate IV in Cast Technology.

The Hon. Karen Andrews MP, Assistant Minister for Vocational Education and Skills, has released an amendment to the training and assessment credential requirements in the Standards for RTOs 2015.

ASQA has recently approved an extended transition period for ICP30715 Certificate III in Printing and Graphic Arts (Print Finishing).

ASQA is implementing strengthened evidence requirements for certain TAE training products from April 2016.

ASQA welcomes the announcement by the Australian Industry and Skills Committee of an updated Training and Education training package.