Competency, Obligations, Roles and Expectations Course
Because compliance is everyone’s responsibility
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Running an RTO means managing compliance across far more than just trainers and assessors. Administration, enrolments, marketing, finance, student support, and management decisions all influence your compliance position, whether staff realise it or not.
That’s where the Competency, Obligations, Roles and Expectations (CORE) Course comes in.
| Delivery Modes | Online Evaluation - $290 | |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Online | |
| Duration | Two Hours | |
| Fees | View Fees | |
| Details | View full course information | |
Overview
CORE is a practical, engaging professional development course designed to give every staff member a clear understanding of how the RTO system works, what the Standards for RTOs expect, and how their role directly impacts compliance, quality, and student outcomes. It removes the confusion, simplifies the language of compliance, and replaces uncertainty with confidence.
Rather than expecting non-compliance staff to “pick it up as they go”, CORE creates a shared baseline of understanding across your organisation. Staff learn why certain processes matter, how everyday decisions can create risk, and what good practice looks like in a regulated education environment.
Most importantly, CORE directly supports Standard 3.1 of the Standards for RTOs, providing clear evidence that your organisation is actively training and supporting staff to competently perform their roles. It is meaningful professional development that strengthens your compliance position, supports audit readiness, and builds a culture where compliance is understood, not feared.
No jargon. Just a confident, capable team who understands their role in protecting the quality and integrity of your RTO.
Improve your audit readiness
Be confident in your team
Elevate your credibility
Certification Highlights
What you will gain from the CORE course:
Nationally respected verification
During your two hour course you will learn the fundamentals of compliance in an RTO environment to ensure practices are up-to-date and aligned with current standards.
Verified Certification
Receive a professional CORE certificate. It’s your badge of credibility and commitment to excellence.
Tailored for VET professionals
Built specifically for Australian RTO professionals, CORE reflects the real-world demands and expectations of the sector.
Supports compliance and audit readiness
A valuable asset for your professional portfolio and a smart addition to your RTOs quality assurance framework.
Flexible and accessible
Choose from self-paced or scheduled virtual assessments (for groups of eight or more) – completed online from wherever you are.
Sector-wide quality uplift
By completing CORE, you are contributing to a stronger, more consistent standard across the industry.
For RTOs
Peace of mind that your team is on the same page.
In an RTO environment, compliance is everybody’s responsibility. Setting an early expectation and shared understanding of the weight that team member’s actions hold, will set the foundation for a risk-free RTO.
CORE is designed to set your staff up for success and ensure you have an early and verified benchmark of their knowledge regarding compliance in the VET sector.
CORE helps your RTO to:
- Ensure staff meet and exceed industry expectations
- Strengthen audit readiness with clear evidence of current knowledge
- Reinforce your RTOs reputation for quality
- Build trust with corporate clients, partners and students
CORE is the foundation that supports your team across your whole organisation. It’s a smart way to verify, uplift, and align your team under one trusted benchmark.
For Individuals
Strengthen your knowledge and professionalism within an RTO environment.
Whether you’re new to an RTO environment or a seasoned professional looking to reaffirm your knowledge and understanding of compliance in VET, CORE is for you.
CORE provides learners with a clear understanding of the different roles, obligations and expectations of anyone working within an RTO environment.
With CORE you will:
- Further your understanding of the most up-to-date compliance standards
- Protect yourself and others from costly mistakes
- Gain the tools to work efficiently across multiple areas of the business
- Boost your employability and recognition across the sector
Why CORE matters
The VET sector plays a critical role in building Australia’s workforce. With an increase in qualification cancellation and RTO shutdowns across the sector. RTO employees have a greater responsibility than ever to uphold a standard of exceptionalism in regards to understanding, service and compliance.
CORE is the check-in our industry needs. It provides:
💡 A credible benchmark
💡 A trusted verification of responsibilities and expectations
💡 A safeguard for RTOs and their employees
💡A proactive approach to maintaining trust and excellence
CORE gives you more than a certificate. It gives you confidence and helps keep the sector strong.
Price & Delivery
Stay ahead in your career with the Competency, Obligations, Roles and Expectations (CORE) Course. Designed for VET professionals who want to strengthen their understanding of their duties and responsibilities within the VET sector.
Here’s what makes CORE stand out:
- Online learning available 24/7: Learn at your own pace with engaging interactive lessons covering all required content, accessible anytime, anywhere.
- Convenient online assessment: Complete assessments entirely online, allowing you to demonstrate your knowledge without disrupting your busy schedule.
- Expand your skills: Access to resources and tips designed to expand your knowledge and encourage reflection.
- Focus purely on showcasing your skills: No vocational placement or additional workshops required. Kickstart or refresh your journey as a confident, compliant, and responsible RTO team member with CORE. Validate your knowledge and secure your place in the VET sector today!
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| Format | Competency, Obligations, Roles and Expectations (CORE) Course |
|---|---|
| Price | $290 |
| Technology | Online lessons and interactive assessment |
| Estimated work load | Two Hours |
| Enrolment duration | Up to three months |
| Recognition of skills | Certificate issued upon completion |
Assessment
Learn about the assessment tasks included in the CORE course and how these will further your knowledge of your roles and responsibilities.
Prerequisites
Enrolment into this evaluation is as per the terms and conditions as listed in our Student Guide. Please ensure you review and agree to these terms and conditions prior to enrolment.
Prerequisites for CORE enrolments
- You must have:
- An appropriate level of English language skill which is important to the likelihood of participant success
- Access to a computer (with Adobe Reader, Microsoft Word and a web browser installed)
- Access to the internet
- Access to a video and audio recording device such as a smart phone or web cam
- An understanding of how to use Microsoft Word and Adobe Reader, be able to download, scan and upload documents, and know how to access online materials.
- To successfully complete this course you must be able to independently complete the following:
- Able to use Word, open PDF’s, save, rename and move files around, download and upload files in online systems and be comfortable to learn new programs and technology
- Search and read a range of information from the internet using sites such as training.gov.au
- Have access to a computer or laptop (a phone or tablet is not sufficient) and are comfortable to use this without guidance