Course Overview

Thinking about starting your own RTO? This self-paced course shows you how to become an RTO in Australia and stay compliant under the Standards for RTOs 2025. You will learn how to prepare a strong application, build auditable systems, and understand the student-centred responsibilities that come with registration.

Topics Covered

• Introduction to RTO Registration

Understand the national VET system, the VET Quality Framework, and ASQA’s role in approving and monitoring new RTOs.

• Application & Regulatory Requirements

Navigate the ASQA initial registration process, including legal entity set-up, Fit and Proper Person declarations, and the Financial Viability Risk Assessment.

• Student-Centred Compliance

Plan the learner journey—from pre-enrolment through assessment and certification—while meeting all support, privacy and record-keeping obligations.

• Training & Assessment Systems

Develop Training and Assessment Strategies (TAS), select a compliant Student Management System (SMS), and set up validation, moderation and continuous-improvement processes.

• Workforce & Governance

Recruit and manage qualified trainers and assessors, maintain industry and VET currency, and build a culture of risk management and continuous improvement.

• Audit Readiness & Ongoing Obligations

Prepare for ASQA monitoring, annual declarations, data reporting and the first re-registration audit.

Why Enrol?

Practical Tools: Templates and checklists to build your application and compliance systems.

Decision Support: Assess whether owning an RTO aligns with your goals before committing resources.

Expert Guidance: Developed by seasoned VET compliance professionals.