Our recent analysis of outdated qualification codes on training.gov.au uncovered a significant challenge in RTO’s transition of crucial qualifications. Examining the data just last week, a surprising reality emerged: nearly 90% of Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) have not completed the necessary transitions, risking RTO compliance despite the looming transition deadline.
Key Qualifications and RTO Transition Insights
|
Qual Code
|
Qualification Name
|
No of RTOs yet to Transition
|
% of RTOs not yet transitioned
|
|
Diploma Vocational Education and Training
|
63
|
88%
|
|
|
Certificate III Rural Operations
|
13
|
42%
|
|
|
Certificate II Horticulture
|
35
|
37%
|
|
|
Certificate III in Sport, Aquatics and Recreation
|
24
|
51%
|
|
|
Certificate III Horticulture
|
20
|
32%
|
|
|
Certificate I in Sport and Recreation
|
10
|
59%
|
|
|
Certificate II in Agriculture
|
25
|
33%
|
|
|
Certificate II in Sport and Recreation
|
10
|
20%
|
|
|
Certificate IV Allied Health Assistance
|
25
|
40%
|
|
|
Certificate III in Agriculture
|
20
|
29%
|
|
|
Certificate IV in Health Administration
|
11
|
33%
|
|
|
Certificate II in Tourism
|
42
|
51%
|
|
|
Certificate III Allied Health Assistance
|
14
|
22%
|
|
|
Diploma of Youth Work
|
6
|
20%
|
|
|
Certificate IV in Massage Therapy
|
18
|
50%
|
|
|
Diploma Remedial Massage
|
32
|
49%
|
|
|
Certificate III in Events
|
17
|
49%
|
|
|
Certificate IV in Child, Youth and Family Intervention
|
6
|
19%
|
|
|
Certificate IV in Youth Work
|
5
|
10%
|
|
|
Certificate IV in Disability Support
|
35
|
12%
|
|
|
Diploma in Community Services
|
9
|
3%
|
|
|
Certificate III in Tourism
|
21
|
34%
|
|
|
Certificate III in Individual Support
|
169
|
32%
|
|
|
Certificate IV in Community Services
|
4 |
4%
|
|
|
Diploma of Event Management
|
10
|
28%
|
|
|
Certificate III in Hospitality (Restaurant Front of House)
|
4
|
25%
|
|
|
Diploma of Travel and Tourism Management
|
10
|
24%
|
|
|
Certificate III in Hospitality
|
62
|
23%
|
|
|
Certificate IV in Travel and Tourism
|
6
|
22%
|
|
|
Certificate IV in Hospitality
|
25
|
22%
|
|
|
Diploma of Accounting
|
21
|
18%
|
|
|
Advanced Diploma of Accounting
|
11
|
16%
|
|
|
Advanced Diploma of Hospitality Management
|
6
|
4%
|
|
|
Certificate IV Training and Assessment
|
1
|
1%
|
RTO Transition and Compliance Tips: Crafting a Proactive Approach to Qualification Updates
With the clock ticking, the urgency for RTOs to transition intensifies. The spectre of compliance issues and a decline in training quality heightens the need for immediate action by RTOs.
How to Stay Informed on Qualification Updates
To ensure a seamless and timely transition, RTOs can adopt a proactive approach. Here’s a guide to crafting an effective transition strategy:
1. Dedicated Transition Team:
Establish a dedicated team responsible for overseeing your RTO’s transition process. This team should comprise individuals with comprehensive expertise in RTO policies, procedures, and operations.
2. Training and Professional Development:
Invest in training and professional development for your staff. Ensure they are well-versed in the new qualification frameworks, training and assessment requirements, and RTO compliance procedures.
3. Utilise Technology Solutions:
Leverage technology solutions that streamline the transition process. This could include e-Learning platforms, educational software, and tools that facilitate effective assessment and feedback.
4. Regularly Check ASQA’s Website:
Stay informed by regularly checking ASQA’s website for updates and amendments to qualification standards. This ensures that your RTO is aligned with the latest regulatory requirements.
RTO Transition Checklist:
1. Analyse Qualifications and Check Transition Period End Date:
Begin with a thorough analysis of the qualifications your RTO offers and their transition end date. Visit training.gov.au, use your organisation’s name or code to access ‘Organisation details,’ enable ‘Display history,’ and check the ‘Scope’ tab for ‘Qualifications history’ with start and end dates. Identify those that are slated for transition and priorities based on the transition due dates.
2. Transition Periods and Responsibilities:
- New Equivalent or Not Equivalent Products (12 months):
Ensure the new product is added to your scope and manage enrolments accordingly. - Deleted Products and Expired Accredited Courses (24 months):
Complete training and assessment for existing students, issue qualifications or statements of attainment, and for deleted products, enrol only students that can be completed within the timeframe. - Unit of Competency (12 months):
Complete training and assessment for students.
After the Transition Deadline:
Product Removal:
At the end of the transition period, remove products from your scope of registration and cease student enrolments and qualification issuance for the removed product.
Utilise Transition Periods Effectively:
Review:
Review by studying training product changes and the Companion Volume Implementation Guide on the national register and access the guide on VETNet.
Assess Impact:
Evaluate the impact of changes on your organisation, including licensing, resourcing, equipment, learning, and assessment strategies.
Amend Strategies:
Update your organisation’s training and assessment strategies to reflect the implementation of the new training product.
How Can We Help With Transitions?
Explore solutions and ensure a smooth transition for your RTO. Visit the product pages linked below for each qualification: RTO Training Materials with e-Learning Resources | eSkilled e-Learning
Don’t let your RTO get entangled in the complexities of qualification transitions. Act now and connect with our team to discuss how our brand can guide you through a seamless and timely journey. Fill in the enquiry form to get started.
