August 2024
Hi there,
Our monthly digest of industry insights and practical advice is back in August! The Eduworks Edition delivers the latest news, tools, tips, and product updates to help your RTO thrive.
In our next issue, we delve into ASQA’s updated regulatory risk strategy, unveil our new eBook offering, and explore the evolution of Eduworks Academy consulting services. Plus, discover upcoming webinars for Academy members and essential updates from the ASQA newsletter.
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RTO ADVICE
Industry News
The Australian Skills Quality Authority (ASQA) has released its updated regulatory strategy for 2024-2025. This strategy is based on a risk assessment and identifies key areas of concern for the upcoming year.
While there have been minimal changes to their risk strategy from 2023, ASQA has highlighted a significant increase in threats from non-genuine providers and bad-faith operators. These providers are characterised by a lack of commitment to quality training, assessment, and ethical practices. They also highlight providers participating in fraudulent or illegal activities.
To address this growing issue, ASQA has replaced two previous priority areas with a singular focus on non-genuine providers and bad-faith operators.
Other key risk areas for 2024-2025 include:
- International delivery
- Academic cheating
- Recognition of prior learning
- Shortened course duration
- Student work placement
- Online delivery
Access below for a more detailed overview of ASQA’s risk priorities.
NEWS
eBooks
Exciting News: We’re Switching to Digital eBooks!
We’ve been listening to your feedback, and we’re thrilled to announce a big change that will enhance your students’ learning experience. This month we have been making the switch to digital eBooks!
Why the Switch?
Enhanced Interactivity & Engagement: Through the VitalSource platform our already loved learner guides are now even more interactive. With the ability to highlight text, add notes, create your flashcards and read aloud functionality our Learner Guides are more interactive and engaging than ever before! Making learning more dynamic and enjoyable for your students.
Better Accessibility: With improved accessibility features, our eBooks will be easier to use for everyone.
Available Anywhere, Anytime: Access your eBooks online, on any device, from anywhere in the world. No more hassle with downloads and compatibility issues.
INDUSTRY NEWS
New data from NCVER
Government Funding on the Rise
The latest data from NCVER reveals a 5% increase in government-funded training students in 2023 compared to the previous year. Western Australia led the charge with a substantial 9.4% growth.
While overall government funding has expanded, the report highlights a 0.9% decline in student numbers for private training providers.
These findings are based on NCVER’s analysis of government-funded training undertaken in 2023.
Find out more by reading the report.
PRODUCT HIGHLIGHT
Eduworks Academy
We’ve enhanced the way we offer consulting and advice services. We find the most successful projects to be those where our clients take an active role from the start.
We’ve increased our focus on educating clients in addition to our advice and consultancy services. Learn and get feedback along the way as our team guide you through projects and/or ongoing compliance and strategic management of your RTO. Our priority is ensuring our clients are running profitable RTOs while also maintaining a focus on quality learning outcomes for students.
With access to our online academy with RTO specific courses, weekly live webinars, members lounge, community forums and more in addition to our premium one on one coaching and consultancy we’re supporting our clients to success.
We want you, our clients, to feel confident and assured in your decisions you make with a safety net just in case you need it.
eLEARNING RESOURCES
OnDemand
Our eLearning is now available through our new OnDemand model. Get access to our premium eLearning content and only pay per student for what you use. With this new model we’re able to manage learning content to ensure its always up to date with industry and legislation. This means our clients can be sure they always have the latest version of our content at their fingertips.
With a low upfront commitment of only 20 students per unit, our eLearning solutions are now a no brainer!
NEWS FROM EDUWORKS ACADEMY
This Months Live Webinars
This month we’re running the following webinars for our members:
- 6th August: New Standards – Where are we at?
- 15th August: Current Audit Practices – Trends and changes we’re seeing at audit
- 20th August: Using industry experts to enhance your courses
- 29th August: AI and Academic Integrity in VET
Get access to these weekly webinars and more with an Eduworks Academy Membership!
NEWS
ASQA IQ
Get the latest from ASQA with ASQA IQ. This month they discuss validation, AI and assessments, and the importance of student feedback.
Needing tips on conducting effective validation? See our blog ‘Conducting Effective Post Assessment Validation Sessions’.
Our Brand Has Evolved: Same Quality, New Look!
We are thrilled to announce the merging of our two beloved brands, Eduworks Resources and RTO Advice Group, under the unified banner of Eduworks Co. Pty. Ltd. We’ve updated our brand, look and feel to bring all of our products and services under one roof. We’re the same dedicated team offering the high-quality products and services you’ve come to know and love.
Thank you for being part of this exciting chapter in our journey!