SEPTEMBER 2024
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Our monthly digest of industry insights and practical advice is back for September! The Eduworks Edition delivers the latest news, tools, tips, and product updates to help your RTO thrive.
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RTO ADVICE
Preparing for revised
RTO Standards
As we keenly await the release of the revised RTO standards, we would like to assure the VET sector that Eduworks is committed to engaging closely with our clients to interpret, prepare and ready you for the implementation in 2025.
Once the standards have been publicly released, we will be scheduling a range of informational webinars for our Eduworks Academy members, along with offering tailored consulting services to closely assist our clients to ensure operational excellence, in line with the revised standards.
We will also be releasing a range of general information across our channels, such as through the Eduworks Edition newsletter, LinkedIn, Facebook, and more.
Some of the things we’ll be tackling include:
- How RTOs can demonstrate they are meeting the requirements outlined in revised Standards
- Guidance for RTOs about interpreting revised Standards
- Changes ASQA will be making to policies and practices, systems and tools to align with revised Standards.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
New caps for International students
in the VET sector from 1 January 2025
Last week the government announced that new higher education and vocational education international students will be capped at 270,000 from 1 January 2025, if the necessary legislation is passed in the Senate.
While the total cap is designed to get us back to “pre-pandemic” levels, the VET cap will sit around 95,000, which is just 40% of 2018 levels.
Providers with a higher ratio of international students will receive a lower allocation, which means many providers will need to rethink their strategy going forward.
With a lot of valuable commentary taking place online in the past week, we’d like to hear your thoughts on the issue and how the health and prosperity of the VET sector can be assured.
RTO ADVICE
2023/24 RTO Annual Declaration on Compliance
DEADLINE: 30 September 2024
A friendly reminder to all TAC Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) that your 2023/2024 RTO Annual Declaration on Compliance must be submitted by 30 September 2024.
An email will be sent to the Legally Responsible Officer of your RTO containing a unique link for your RTO to access the declaration. The process of submitting the declaration is important for ensuring the integrity and compliance of training services in the VET sector.
Visit the TAC website for more information on completing the Annual Declaration on Compliance
EDUWORKS NEWS
We're hiring!
Instructional Designer?
We want you!
Are you a VET instructional designer looking for your next challenge? We’re currently looking for high quality contract instructional designers with a demonstrated history in developing quality compliant learning and assessment resources.
The successful candidate(s) must be able to hit the ground running with immediate work available for the right candidates. Must have strong verbal and written communication skills and be able to work with internal and external stakeholders along with a thorough understanding of VET learning and assessment design principles and practices.
In return, we will provide you with a supportive team environment and excellent remuneration.
Think you have what it takes? Email your resume, cover letter and samples of your work to Sarah Riley at sarah.r@eduworks.com.au
Know someone who might be interested? Share this with them!
NEWS FROM EDUWORKS ACADEMY
Live webinars in September
This month we’re running the following webinars for our members:
- 3rd September: Trainer Currency
- 12th September: New Standards - Where are we at?
- 17th September: Simple CI practices every RTO can use
- 26th September: Embedding industry engagement into everyday practices
Get access to these weekly webinars, professional development, and more with an Eduworks Academy Membership!
INDUSTRY NEWS
ASQA Corporate Plan 2024/25
ASQA has released its Corporate Plan for 2024-25, focusing on enhancing the integrity and quality of vocational education and training (VET) in Australia.
Key priorities include:
- Collaborating with stakeholders to implement revised Standards for RTOs.
- Supporting government VET policy objectives, including better integration with higher education and migration systems.
- Strengthening protections for vulnerable students and taking action against non-genuine providers.
- Enhancing investigation and enforcement capabilities through the Integrity Unit.
- Implementing digital tools to improve regulatory capacity and service delivery.
This plan sets the framework for ASQA’s strategies and performance measures through 2028.
INDUSTRY ENGAGEMENT
EduTECH 2024
This month, Brooke, Natalie, and Alana attended the EduTECH conference in Melbourne, one of the year’s largest events with over 10,000 attendees.
The conference featured significant discussions on the role of generative AI in learning design. Highlights included insights from ASQA on their current risk strategy, presentations from the Future Skills Organisation about the future of qualifications and the application of generative AI, and a detailed overview from TAFE NSW on their GenAI action plan.
We look forward to meeting some of you at the next industry event!
INDUSTRY NEWS
ASQA IQ
Get the latest from ASQA with ASQA IQ. This month they discuss the completion phase of a student’s journey with their registered training organisation, as well as providers’ obligations at the end of training and assessment, including issuance of certification documentation, and provide tips for ensuring the integrity of qualifications.
Needing tips on conducting effective validation? See our blog ‘Conducting Effective Post Assessment Validation Sessions’.
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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!
