If you’re considering a change of career or some upskilling, there can be some new terms that you may not be familiar with. In amongst all the industry-specific jargon you’ll be expected to learn are a number of administrative terms you’ll need to familiarise yourself with.
Key amongst these is the phrase ‘Nationally Recognised Training Qualification’. The gold standard of vocational education and training (VET), a Nationally Recognised Training Qualification is exactly what it sounds like – a qualification, certification or accreditation gained through training that is recognised by companies and regulatory bodies in all states and territories. These qualifications have been assessed by the Australian Skills Quality Authority (ASQA) – the national regulatory body – as meeting the standards set by the government. Recognition by ASQA confirms that the course:
- is nationally recognised,
- meets an established need within the industry, or a need defined by legislation,
- recognised within the community or in legislation,
- provides appropriate competency outcomes and a satisfactory basis for assessment,
- meets national quality assurance requirements, and
- is aligned appropriately to the education standards within the Australian
- Qualifications Framework where it leads to a qualification.
- Who can deliver Nationally Recognised Training Qualifications?
Only registered training organisations (RTO) that comply with the standards set by ASQA can deliver Nationally Recognised Training Qualifications. These standards – referred to as the VET Quality Framework – define the benchmarks against which RTOs will be measured. These standards include responsiveness to industry and learner needs, use of quality assurance in operations, provision of institution information to learners and ability to manage complaints and appeals.
Key to qualifying as an RTO is the ability of the organisation to align its curriculum against the Australian Qualification Framework, which defines the units of competency required to attain a certain qualification. For example, a Diploma of Building and Construction (Building) requires that a student complete a unit on managing project risk – any course promising such a diploma without such a unit would be regarded as incomplete and invalid by the regulator.
How can I benefit from Nationally Recognised Training Qualifications?
If you’re an individual interested in expanding your skill set, there’s no more portable and more versatile qualification to pursue than a nationally recognised one. Zoom Recruitment delivers a full range of training programs to assist with entry and advancement in a range of industries, helping everyone work smarter.
Zoom Recruitment is a company made by its people. Ongoing training and upskilling is just one way that we deliver a more rewarding way to work for our entire talent pool. If you’re considering a career in heavy industry, civil construction, mining, rail or any of several growing economic sectors, Zoom Recruitment offers job applicants a real partner in their search for the next step, proactively connecting them with exciting opportunities at some of Australia’s most dynamic organisations.
Contact Zoom Recruitment today and one of our consultants will be happy to assist you.
