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Research, sector news and practical guidance from the CAQA team.
14 Dec 2021
The government's digital ID program is ramping up as legislation is on the horizon.
The government's digital ID program is ramping up as legislation is on the horizon. The federal government has issued an open invitation to businesses interested in providing feedback and comments on Australia's...
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14 Dec 2021
Updates from CAQA Resources
Updates from CAQA Resources This year, we at CAQA Resources developed the following courses: CPC AUR ICT BSB EAL FSK SIR Next year, our resource development will be focussed on the following...
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29 Nov 2021
First aid training under review after the death of a footballer from heat stress
First aid training under review after the death of a footballer from heat stress May 28, 2019 / The Australian Skills Quality Authority (ASQA) urged registered training organisations (RTOs) that give first aid...
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28 Nov 2021
Interview: Troy Williams, Chief Executive Officer at the Independent Tertiary Education Council Australia (ITECA).
Interview: Troy Williams, Chief Executive Officer at the Independent Tertiary Education Council Australia (ITECA). August 21, 2019 / Here is a copy of our interview with Troy Williams, Chief Executive Officer at the...
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28 Nov 2021
INTERVIEW: Dianne Dayhew CEO, National Apprentice Employment Network
INTERVIEW: Dianne Dayhew CEO, National Apprentice Employment Network August 15, 2019 / Dianne, in a nutshell, what has been your experience of working in the training and education industry? I have worked...
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28 Nov 2021
Interview with The VET Gurus – John Price, Angela McGregor, Kerri Butter
Interview with The VET Gurus – John Price, Angela McGregor, Kerri Butter September 18, 2019 / Response from John Price regarding VET Sector Newsletter. John Price John started his career in education and training...
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28 Nov 2021
Is natural justice or procedural fairness possible with the current set up of ASQA?
Is natural justice or procedural fairness possible with the current set up of ASQA? November 18, 2019 / We have evaluated how fair and transparent the internal workings of Australian Skills Quality Authority...
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02 Nov 2021
Fact Sheet: Validation of assessment resources
Fact Sheet: Validation of assessment resources Compliance requirements and guidelines: This Fact Sheet has been developed and produced to assist Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) in understanding the compliant validation practices as part...
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02 Nov 2021
How to become a profitable training business? (Part 1) - An article by CAQA Skills and Edu Learning
How to become a profitable training business? (Part 1) - An article by CAQA Skills and Edu Learning The training industry is growing rapidly due to the growth in businesses requiring a...
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02 Nov 2021
How to check the quality of assessment resources
How to check the quality of assessment resources Critical skills for checking the quality of your assessment resources. The purpose of the assessment tool The main purpose of an assessment tool, student...
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02 Nov 2021
How to create a compliant and effective self-study guide
How to create a compliant and effective self-study guide A self-study guide is a tool that can be used to help a learner extend their learning. It can be effective when learners...
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02 Nov 2021
Foreign students, workers to be allowed back into Australia before Christmas and tourists could follow
Foreign students, workers to be allowed back into Australia before Christmas and tourists could follow International students and workers will be allowed to return to Australia within weeks, with tourists potentially permitted...
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02 Nov 2021
Driving organisational change to adopt high-quality online training
Driving organisational change to adopt high-quality online training Introducing online training into your business through the use of technology and tools can help you increase productivity, reach new potential customers, provide great...
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02 Nov 2021
Direct observations in online learning environments
Direct observations in online learning environments In order to get an accurate picture of how a learner is performing, trainers and assessors should try to conduct personal observations or direct observations. The...
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02 Nov 2021
Should RTO consultants be regulated through a Government or professional body?
Should RTO consultants be regulated through a Government or professional body? Training and education is a complex and vast subject. It is worth considering appropriate oversight of this field to make sure...
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01 Nov 2021
Interview with Peter Doukas - Managing Director, Denison Toyer Education Lawyers
Interview with Peter Doukas - Managing Director, Denison Toyer Education Lawyers Peter owns and operates Sydney based education law firm Denison Toyer. Working in the field of Education Law and Corporate Governance...
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01 Nov 2021
Interview with David Jepsen, Founder and Principal of RTO Accountants
Interview with David Jepsen, Founder and Principal of RTO Accountants With over 25 years’ experience as a practicing CA, David is the Founder and Principal of RTO Accountants. David started his career...
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01 Nov 2021
Covid outbreaks have shut more than 320 schools across NSW and Victoria in past three weeks
Covid outbreaks have shut more than 320 schools across NSW and Victoria in past three weeks More than 300 schools across New South Wales and Victoria have closed down in the last...
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01 Nov 2021
Landmark VET reforms to drive our skills-led economic future
Landmark VET reforms to drive our skills-led economic future A fundamental overhaul of Australia’s vocational education and training (VET) system has been agreed to by the Morrison Government and states and territories....
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01 Nov 2021
The 'ABC' of Academic Credit Transfer in India: India Gives Students Flexibility in Higher Education Through Academic Bank of Credits
The 'ABC' of Academic Credit Transfer in India: India Gives Students Flexibility in Higher Education Through Academic Bank of Credits An Academic Bank of Credits will be set up where students can...
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01 Nov 2021
New TAE 22B E-learning and E-assessment - Open for public review and feedback
New TAE 22B E-learning and E-assessment - Open for public review and feedback The following training products are now available for public review and feedback: TAEDEL405 Plan, organise and deliver e-learning (unit...
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01 Nov 2021
The benefits of effective communication systems, practices and processes
The benefits of effective communication systems, practices and processes Communication is the key to building successful relationships and human connections. It’s also the key to success in any professional field. Effective communication...
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01 Nov 2021
The best possible ways to provide feedback to your learners with examples
The best possible ways to provide feedback to your learners with examples There are five key principles of giving effective feedback: Respond quickly Give them context Provide examples where they are good...
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01 Nov 2021
CAQA FAQ Series - Industry consultation
CAQA FAQ Series - Industry consultation What is industry consultation in the RTO context? It is a process in which the training representatives of a training organisation consult with representatives from the...
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