Workshops and information sessions
Information Sessions for those Considering Becoming an RTO
Each month the department holds information sessions for those considering becoming a registered training organisation. Information sessions provide a basic overview of the national vocational education and training system and the role of a registered training organisation in delivering nationally recognised training. We encourage anyone considering registration to attend a Basic Information Session to gain and initial understanding about the vocational education and training system.
Workshop Topics
Becoming an RTO
This information session is designed for anyone thinking of becoming a registered training organisation (RTO), with little or no knowledge of the vocational education and training sector. This session provides a basic overview of the national vocational education and training system and the role of a registered training organisation in delivering nationally recognised training. The 3 hour session covers:
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An overview of the Australian Quality Training Framework 2007 Essential Standards for Registration and the Vocational Education, Training and Employment Act 2000
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The process for registration and audit
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An overview of what is a training package and what is an accredited course
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The role of accreditation and vocational placement
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VET Export Office and delivery to international students
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Distribution of accredited courses by Queensland Centre for Training Materials
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The department's publications including TrainingPackages@work and Back2Basics
The Initial Registration Process
This information session is designed to provide first time applicants with information about how to lodge their application for initial registration. The session covers -
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How to complete the initial registration application form
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The costs of registration
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Timeframe for gaining registration
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Evidence required to support your application for registration
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The role of audit.
Workshops for Existing RTOs
The department conducts regular workshops on various aspects of the 2007 Australian Quality Training Framework Essential Standards for Registration. Workshops provide RTOs with professional development on the requirements of the standards including how to maintain compliance and improve the quality of training and assessment.
Workshop Topics
Information sessions cover a range of topics including:
AQTF2007 and Preparing for Audit
Participants will gain knowledge of the AQTF 2007 and the audit process. The workshop will cover:
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The AQTF 2007 Essential Standards for Registered Training Organisations and the Users' Guide to the Essential Standards for Registration from an audit perspective.
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The audit process
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Suggestions on how to demonstrate compliance against AQTF 2007.
Implementing Continuous Improvement Systems
Continuous improvement is an integral element of the AQTF 2007 Essential Standards for Registration. This workshop will assist you by:
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Providing an example of effective continuous improvement
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Considering who are your stakeholders
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Explaining the ADRI cycle
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Describing strategies for implementing continuous improvement in various sizes of organisations.
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Showing you how you can implement a continuous improvement strategy
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Outlining ways you can demonstrate how you have made continuous improvements in your training organisation.
User Choice
This workshop will assist current and prospective tender holders understand the User Choice system and audit process. The 2 hour information session will cover:
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Evidence guide for supervising registered training organisations
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Overview of User Choice contract and contract requirements
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Audit process
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Exercise in validation
AVETMISS Reporting Requirements
Reporting to the national data collection is required from all training organisations receiving public funding for the delivery of vocational education and training programs. The two and a half hour sessions are designed to give relevant RTOs more information on:
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AVETMISS Audit requirements
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Training Delivery
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Data Quality
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NCVER Responsibilities
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DATA collection
To view the schedule of information sessions and workshops go to the AQTF Workshop section of the Events calendar. Please register your interest by completing and submitting the registration form [PDF 104kb]. Booking confirmation and details of the venue will be emailed to you on receipt of your registration form.
Customised Workshops
Workshops can be tailored to address the AQTF professional development needs at a time and date to suit your organisation. If your organisation has a particular training requirement please contact the department to discuss options for customising a workshop to meet your needs.
For further information telephone (07) 3237 0092 or email aqtfworkshop@deta.qld.gov.au
Contact Apprenticeships info 1800 210 210 or Training Queensland 1300 369 935
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