Certificate IV in Training & Assessment
The latest qualification in training and assessment
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This NEW nationally recognised qualification allows you to become a qualified trainer and assessor, to deliver training in the vocational education and training (VET) sector, i.e., at a TAFE or a Registered Training Organisation (RTO).
Learn more about the course
• Deliver training and assessment in a TAFE or Registered Training Organisation (RTO)
• Deliver nationally-recognised training
• Provide on-the-job instruction in a workplace environment, such as one-to-one apprenticeship training
• Conduct workplace assessments and skill audits
• Work as an enterprise trainer
• Coach and mentor staff
• Become a confident presenter and facilitator of learning.
| Delivery Modes | Blended+ iClass+ Distance+ | |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Online | |
| Duration | Up to 12 months | |
| Fees | View Fees | |
| Details | View full course information | |
Overview
Welcome to Plenty Training. We work with everyday people who have a wealth of knowledge and experience and are ready to share their gift with the world with the TAE40122 Certificate IV in Training & Assessment.
We leave our graduates feeling empowered by and proud of their achievements as they begin their journey into the world of TAE. The TAE40122 is a life-changing qualification available via a range of pathways to suit your needs and we are excited to share our passion and years of experience of working with the TAE with you.
Why choose Plenty
We provide a high-quality environment where people learn the skills they need, where we can qualify their expertise and they can ultimately achieve their goals.
Flexible delivery options
Blended learning
Face-to-face plus online classes
10-days of face-to-face training, six days of interactive online training (total 16 days), plus comprehensive ongoing interactive and self-paced online training and support
Interactive online classes
13-days of practical and interactive online iClasses+, optional three-day face-to-face workshop, plus comprehensive ongoing interactive and self-paced online training and support
Online, self-paced course
Self-paced learning and assessment with recorded webinars available online 24/7
Cert IV TAE40122 for Older Workers
The Australian Government, through its Skills and Training Incentive, is providing up to $2,200 (GST inclusive) to fund training to help mature age Australians update their skills and remain in the workforce longer. If you are looking to re-enter the workforce, change careers and get started in the VET or RTO sector, Certificate 4 is a great course to consider. Find out if the fantastic Skills Checkpoint for Older Workers program is suitable for you.
The advantages of undertaking your Cert IV TAE40122 with Plenty Training:
Plenty Training provides the guidance and support of experienced, qualified trainers. We have 11 years of industry expertise in providing TAE courses. With our Blended+ learning course, students are provided access to all the necessary support and resources. We provide everything.
Be careful when comparing TAE40122 providers! Unlike some other RTOs, if you attend a face-to-face class or iClass+ course with us we do not require you to:
- undertake a vocational placement,
- have access to a workplace coach or qualified assessor,
- be employed by an RTO or have access to an RTO’s internal systems,
- have access to currently enrolled students to assess their language and literacy abilities, or
- have access to students with language or literacy difficulties to whom you must use support strategies.
When comparing providers, consider these six questions to ask a prospective TAE40122 training provider when you are shopping around.
Price & Delivery
Blended+ learning
10-days of face-to-face and six-days of interactive online practical classes (16-days total) plus comprehensive ongoing interactive and self-paced online training and support.
Cert IV Training and Assessment Blended+ Learning
Our Blended+ learning pathway offers students the incredible opportunity to complete most of the practical assessment tasks^ under the guidance of a qualified trainer within both a face-to-face and interactive online classroom environment.
The 10-day face-to-face component of the training is delivered via two clusters:
- Design – delivered over five consecutive days
- Delivery – delivered over five consecutive days
The six-day interactive online component of the training is delivered via two clusters:
- Online delivery – delivered over three consecutive days
- Assessment – delivered over three consecutive days
These sessions will cover most of the practical assessment activities included within the TAE40122 course. Pre-class activities covering unit theory lessons and pre-class preparation are required for each cluster.
The Blended+ program consists of:
- 10-days of face-to-face training delivered via two clusters (design and delivery)
- Six-days of interactive online iClasses+ delivered via two clusters (online delivery and assessment)
- Completion of most practical assessment tasks in face-to-face or interactive iClass+ sessions
- Pre-class activities covering some course unit theory and class preparation (around eight – 12 hours per cluster)
- Recorded lessons covering course unit theory available 24/7
- Recorded online tutorials covering unit assessment ‘how to’ information
- FREE weekly trainer-led study support sessions
- Independent out-of-class learning and assessment activities
- NO vocational placement required!
- Access to live online orientation webinar
This pathway offers students a comprehensive insight into both face-to-face and online learning (via Adobe Connect) to encourage a well-rounded understanding of the current training environment and to guide graduates towards a successful career path.
^ A practical assessment activity is defined as an assessment task where you must have access to other individuals, groups or a qualified trainer and assessor to meet the task requirements. For example short answer questions are not considered a practical activity.
RPL: Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is available for those who have all of the training and assessment skills and experience covered for this qualification and who wish to undertake an assessment-only process. Review our RPL page for more information.
Interactive iClass+ course (online)
13-days of interactive online practical classes plus comprehensive ongoing interactive and self-paced online training and support.
Cert IV Training and Assessment Interactive Online Class
Our iClass+ course offers students the incredible opportunity to complete many of the practical assessment tasks^ under the guidance of a qualified trainer in an online environment.
The 13-day interactive online iClass+ component of the training is delivered via three clusters:
- 13-days of interactive online iClasses+ delivered via three clusters (design, online delivery and assessment)
- Completion of many practical assessment tasks^ in interactive iClass+ sessions
- Optional three-day face-to-face delivery workshop for unit TAEDEL411 (additional fees apply)
- Pre-class activities covering some course unit theory and class preparation (around eight – 12 hours per cluster)
- Recorded lessons covering course unit theory available 24/7
- Recorded online tutorials covering unit assessment ‘how to’ information
- FREE weekly trainer-led study support sessions
- Independent out-of-class learning and assessment activities
- NO vocational placement required!
- Access to live online orientation webinar
The online iClass+ course offers students comprehensive trainer support via an interactive online learning platform (Adobe Connect), a popular alternative to traditional face-to-face learning.
^ A practical assessment activity is defined as an assessment task where you must have access to other individuals, groups or a qualified trainer and assessor to meet the task requirements. For example short answer questions are not considered a practical activity.
Cert IV Training and Assessment Distance+ course
Our Distance+ course offers students the opportunity to complete their studies at their own pace. Our distance course offers students access to a wealth of recorded resources to help them complete their studies.
The Distance+ course consists of:
- Recorded lessons covering all course unit theory available 24/7
- Recorded online tutorials covering unit assessment ‘how to’ information
- One-day live and interactive online iClass+ course covering unit TAEASS413
- Optional three-day face-to-face workshop covering unit TAEDEL411 presentations (additional fees apply)
- FREE weekly trainer-led study support sessions
- Independent learning and assessment activities
- NO vocational placement required!
- Access to live orientation webinar
^ Availability in our new interactive online TAEASS413 workshops is limited to provide the best student experience. Students must have access to a computer with audio and webcam (or smartphone) functionality to attend this workshop. View the schedule for our TAEASS413 workshop. This unit should be completed towards the end of the course so there is plenty of time to enrol now and book into this workshop later.
Corporate Training
Plenty Training specialises in conducting customised corporate training for businesses both large and small:
We are the preferred supplier to a number of large Australian corporations, and our feedback is excellent. We can deliver comprehensive face-to-face or interactive online classes to suit the schedules of your staff. Please contact us on 1800 786 651 to discuss your requirements or simply complete our corporate enquiry form and we will be in touch soon.
Compare study options
| Format | Blended+ | iClass+ | Distance+ |
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| 10-days face-to-face & six-days online (16-days total) plus online learning | 13-days of iClasses, three day optional face-to-face workshop, plus online learning | Online, self-paced classes. Self-paced learning and recorded webinars | |
| Feature | Most supported pathway | Very supported pathway and online | For independent and self-motivated learners |
| Maximum class size | 20 | 20 | N/A |
| Price | $4,990 | $3,990 | $2,990 |
| Technology | Face-to-face and Adobe Connect | Adobe Connect | Recordings |
| TAEDEL411 face-to-face presentations included | |||
| All observable tasks completed in class time | |||
| Complete many practical assessments in class^ | |||
| Project task assessments in break-out rooms | |||
| Recorded theory lessons | |||
| Webinar tutorials on assessment tasks | |||
| Live FREE online study support sessions | |||
| One-day iClass to cover TAEASS413 | Included in classes | Included in classes | |
| Closed Facebook page for student project collaboration | |||
| Up to 12-month enrolment |
^A practical assessment activity is defined as an assessment task where you must have access to other individuals, groups or a qualified trainer and assessor to meet the task requirements. For example short answer questions are not considered a practical activity.
TAE40122 FAQ’s
Do you have any questions about the TAE40122 qualification, our course options, or our assessment processes? If so, you can check out the answers to some of our TAE40122 Frequently Asked Questions.
If you can’t find the answers you are looking for be sure to make the most of our live-chat platform below or give us a call on 1800 786 651.
Assessment
Discover the assessment requirements for each of the units included in the TAE40122 Certificate IV in Training & Assessment course. The resources provided to students will vary depending on their selected pathway. Find out how your selected pathway compares:
As part of this design unit students will gain critical skills allowing them to use nationally recognised training to meet vocational training needs. This is an essential skill when designing effective training.
Students will analyse two client’s training needs, prepare and document a training needs analysis, and have their analysis reviewed by a peer AND document their feedback. You are sure to be set up for design success with a start like this!
Please be aware of the below interaction requirements for Distance+ course students:
- Access to a client to provide feedback (can be a friend, colleague or fellow student)
- Feedback must be documented and submitted for assessment
Students enrolled in the Blended+ learning or iClass+ course pathway will complete their analysis and feedback activity in class time.
As part of this design unit students will have the chance to experience what it takes to design and develop training and assessment programs. For those interested in program design, this unit is sure to get you excited.
Students will develop two vocational training and assessment programs covering a national unit of competency, and finalise their plan in consultation with a stakeholder.
Please be aware of the below interaction requirements for Distance+ course students:
- Access to a stakeholder to finalise your plan (this can be a friend, colleague or fellow student)
Students enrolled in the Blended+ learning or iClass+ course pathway will develop two vocational training and assessment programs and complete their consultation in class.
As part of this unit students will gain vital experience in determining the core skill levels of their future students using the ACSF and Digital Literacy Skills Frameworks. This unit provides students with a key skill to help ensure their future students benefit from their training and have their needs catered to.
Students will develop two simple training and assessment plans and deliver these short-duration sessions to learners.
Please be aware of the below interaction requirements for Distance+ course students:
- Access to two vocational learners (these may be friends, colleagues or fellow students)
- Record the delivery of two short-duration sessions to these learners and submit for assessment
Students enrolled in the Blended+ learning or iClass+ course pathway will deliver their short-duration sessions in class and will not need to submit a recording.
As part of this unit students will have the chance to plan, prepare for, and facilitate the vocational training of both individual learners and groups of learners via a face-to-face, in-person delivery method. This is our student’s chance to put their new knowledge to the test and let their training skills shine!
Students will prepare and deliver two sets of face-to-face in-person training programs covering three sessions for group training and two sessions for individual training.
Please be aware of the below interaction requirements for Distance+ and iClass+ course students:
- Face-to-face, in-person access to four adult learners (these may be friends, colleagues or fellow students). This unit cannot be conducted via an online platform such as zoom
- Face-to-face, in-person access to one adult learner (may be a friend, colleague or fellow student) This unit cannot be conducted via an online platform such as zoom
- Sessions must be recorded and submitted for assessment showing participants are in physical attendance
OR
- Attend a three-day face-to-face workshop delivered by Plenty Training in Sydney, Melbourne or Brisbane locations (fees apply).
Students enrolled in the Blended+ learning pathway will deliver their sessions in class and will not need to submit a recording.
As part of this unit students will develop the skills and knowledge required to conduct individual and small group work skill instruction. This unit is sure to excite soon-to-be trainers and assessors who are driven by the work process and context.
Students will plan and conduct three instruction and demonstration sessions and reflect on these sessions.
Please be aware of the below interaction requirements for Distance+ and iClass+ course students:
- Access to four or more learners to deliver three sessions to (can be friends, colleagues or fellow learners)
- Record these sessions and submit for assessment
Students enrolled in the Blended+ learning pathway will deliver their sessions in class and will not need to submit a recording.
As part of this unit you will show off your new skill of influencing and informing people by designing and presenting two presentations to audiences of at least two people.
Please be aware of the below interaction requirements for Distance+ course students:
- Access to at least two individuals to deliver two different sessions (can be friends, colleagues, or fellow students)
- Presentations must be recorded and submitted for assessment
- These presentations may be delivered as part of the TAEDEL411 unit
Students enrolled in the Blended+ or iClass+ course pathways will deliver presentations in class time and are not required to submit a recording.
As part of this unit students will gain the knowledge they require to operate successfully within the vocational education and training (VET) sector regulatory and operational context relevant to the job role of an entry-level VET teacher, trainer and assessor. This unit is incredibly important to help trainers and assessors navigate the strict regulations within the industry.
Students will identify the range of learner cohorts undertaking training and create a vocational professional development plan to maintain competencies, industry currency and knowledge and create VET professional development plan to maintain their skills and a trainer and assessor.
Please be aware of the below interaction requirements for Distance+ course students:
- Access to at least three learners to participate in a group discussion (these may be fellow students)
- Discussion with your three learners must be recorded and submitted for assessment
Students enrolled in the Blended+ or iClass+ course pathways will hold their discussion in class time and are not required to submit a recording.
As part of this unit students will discover how to identify statutory, legislative, and regulatory requirements and relate them to individual work practices. Compliance is extremely important within the VET sector and it is important for soon-to-be trainers and assessors to be exposed to the world of compliance sooner rather than later.
Students will identify the compliance requirements applicable to their future role as a trainer and assessor, and interpret and apply two sets of personal compliance requirements.
Please be aware of the below interaction requirements for Distance+ course students:
- Must attend at least one weekly study session (held every Tuesday at 5pm QLD time) to conduct a meeting with a Plenty Training trainer and assessor who will act as your stakeholder.
Students enrolled in the Blended+ or iClass+ course pathways will hold their meeting in class time with a Plenty Training trainer and assessor.
As part of this unit students will delve into the world of online training – a vital skill for a well-rounded trainer and assessor. Students will develop the skills and knowledge they require to plan, organise and facilitate learning that is delivered online.
Students will plan and organise an online learning environment for synchronous and asynchronous learning and deliver two sessions of their e-learning program.
Please be aware of the below interaction requirements for Distance+ course students:
- Access to three or more learners to deliver two e-learning facilitation sessions (these can be friends, colleagues or fellow students)
- Sessions must be recorded and submitted for assessment
Students enrolled in the Blended+ or iClass+ course pathways will hold their facilitation sessions in class time and are not required to submit a recording.
As part of this unit students will gain valuable skills in how to plan, prepare for and conduct the competency-based assessment of candidates. The ability to assess the competence of candidates is invaluable in the process of passing on knowledge and expertise. As soon-to-be trainers and assessors being able to confirm students will understand the theory of what they have learnt and are capable of putting it into practice is an exciting way to start the assessment process.
Please be aware of the below interaction requirements for Distance+ course students:
- Access to three different candidates to undertake assessments and provide feedback (can be friends, colleagues or fellow students)
- The undertaking of assessments must be recorded and submitted for assessment
Students enrolled in the Blended+ or iClass+ course pathways will undertake their assessments in class time and are not required to submit a recording.
As part of this unit students will participate in assessment validation of assessment processes and tools, including before they are first used with candidates and after having been used with candidates.
Students will hold a planning meeting with their validation team which must be conducted live with a suitably qualified TAE Assessor to lead the validations. Students will also undertake the validation of three assessment tools with their validation team.
Please be aware of the below interaction requirements for Distance+ course students:
- Attend a one-day online interactive iClass+ workshop covering the validation meeting for unit TAEASS413
OR
- Organise your own assessment candidates and undertake these assessment activities independently or in a workplace subject to the following:
- You must have access to someone who will supervise you undertaking these assessment activities, and who possesses either:
- The TAE50111 Diploma of Vocational Education and Training; or
- The TAE50116 Diploma of Vocational Education and Training; or
- The TAE50211 Diploma of Training Design and Development; or
- The TAE50216 Diploma of Training Design and Development; or
- A higher-level qualification in adult education.
- You must have access to someone who will supervise you undertaking these assessment activities, and who possesses either:
Students enrolled in the Blended+ or iClass+ course pathways will undertake their assessment validation in class time and are not required to attend a one-day online workshop.
As part of this unit students will develop the skills required to assess a candidates competence in an online environment. With a shift towards online training and assessment, the skills acquired from this unit are sure to be put into practice by soon-to-be trainers and assessors in the workplace.
Students will prepare to conduct online assessments against an entire or partial unit of competency to at least three candidates via synchronous and asynchronous processes. Once planned, these sessions will be administered to the candidates.
Please be aware of the below interaction requirements for Distance+ course students:
- Access to three assessment candidates for you to administer an online assessment process (these can be friends, family or fellow students)
- Administration of the online assessment process must be recorded and submitted for assessment
Students enrolled in the Blended+ or iClass+ course pathways will administer their online assessments in class time and are not required to submit a recording.
Duration: Students undertaking training have 12 months from their enrolment date to complete their studies and submit all assessment workbooks for this course. RPL candidates have six months from their enrolment date to complete their RPL interview and submit all required evidence. (Students may extend the duration of their enrolment on a month-by-month basis – extra fees apply as detailed in our schedule of fees.) Students may complete and submit their assessment workbooks at any time during their enrolment.
Assessment turnaround: The turnaround time for assessment submissions received by Plenty Training is approximately 20 working days from the date it is received. The time frame can vary depending on the number of assessment submissions being received at any given time. Once a student has been deemed competent in all units they will be issued with their qualification within 30 calendar days.
Workload: This represents the notional duration of all activities required for the achievement of the learning outcomes. For students completing the TAE40122 Certificate IV in Training & Assessment the Volume of Learning is between 600 – 1800 hours. This means a typical student will complete this course over 12 months with a minimum of 12 hours a week for the 52 weeks. Students completing this course via the Distance+ pathway and who need to organise others to participate in activities with them may require more than the minimum hours per week when completing this course.
Schedule
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To view the dates for your desired pathway simply use the ‘Select your pathway’ filter below to see our upcoming dates.
- The Blended+ learning pathway is delivered via four clusters (design, delivery, online delivery and assessment). These workshops must be attended in this order. The course dates shown below comprise only the DESIGN cluster, being the first five days of the total 16 days of training. Remember, you do NOT complete the full course in just 16 days. See the full TAE40122 course dates class schedule for the Delivery, Online Delivery and Assessment clusters. Enrolment in these clusters will occur AFTER initial enrolment in the Design cluster.
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- The iClass+ Class is delivered via three clusters (design, online delivery and assessment). These workshops must be attended in this order. The course dates shown below comprise only the DESIGN cluster, being the first five days of the total 13 days of training. Remember, you do NOT complete the full course in just 13 days. See the full TAE40122 course dates class schedule for the Online Delivery and Assessment clusters. Enrolment in these clusters will occur AFTER initial enrolment in the Design cluster.
Prerequisites
Enrolment into this course 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.
Refer to our information provided within the course workload and assessment section of this page to familiarise yourself with the volume of learning requirements of this course as well as the turnaround time for submitted assessments before enrolling.
All pathways: The following entry prerequisites apply to all students undertaking this course:
- You must be able to demonstrate vocational competency in your proposed teaching and assessing area. This means you need to have experience in the field in which you are going to train and assess, e.g., hairdressing, fitness, finance, etc. Vocational competency is defined as broad industry knowledge and experience, and may include holding a relevant unit of competency or qualification.
- 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
- Write a range of different documents including learning programs, session plans, describing contents and ideas, outlining reasons and opinions and developing resources such as powerpoints, handouts, quizzes and observation checklists
- Be creative and have problem solving abilities so you can adapt and find solutions
Distance+ course (recorded webinar plus self-paced learning):
Unit TAEASS413 Participate in assessment validation requires you to undertake assessment validations under the guidance of a qualified trainer and assessor. You may either:
- Attend an online interactive workshop provided by Plenty Training in which you may undertake these assessment activities (attendance at one of these regularly-scheduled workshops is included in your course fee); This workshop is delivered via the Adobe Connect platform.
- Students who choose to attend the online TAEASS413 assessment workshop must also have access to a computer enabled with audio and webcam functionality,
OR
- Undertake these assessment activities independently or in a workplace, subject to the following:
- You must have access to someone who possesses either (1) the TAE50111/TAE50116 Diploma of Vocational Education and Training or (2) the TAE50211/TAE50216 Diploma of Training Design and Development or (3) a higher level qualification in adult education, and is willing to supervise you undertaking these assessment activities. This person must be able to provide a copy of their qualification, evidence that they have current industry skills directly relevant to assessments, have current knowledge and skills in vocational training and learning, and have undertaken recent professional development in the fields of the knowledge and practice of competency based training and assessment.
Interactive iClass+ AND Distance+ course (recorded webinar plus self-paced learning):
Unit TAEDEL411 Facilitate accredited vocational training requires you to deliver two face-to-face, in-person training programs. These sessions must include three sessions for group training (at least four learners) and two sessions for individual training (at least one different learner).
You may either:
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- Organise these face-to-face, in-person sessions and the participants yourself; or
- Attend a three-day face-to-face (available in most capital cities) delivery session provided for this purpose, for which an additional $790 fee is applicable.
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RPL candidates: You will be required to demonstrate that you have prior skills, knowledge and experience in the units for this qualification. You must first check your eligibility to enrol in RPL for this qualification. Please check your TAE40122 eligibility prior to enrolment.